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Event:
SSG 226 Johnson vs Itinya
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 13 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 10 losses; Gauthier Delisle!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Verus stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Delisle shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Delisle
Verus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Delisle is one step ahead there.
Delisle trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus 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.
My spies in New York Training Academy inform me that Delisle has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Verus trying to control the position.
Verus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delisle stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Delisle trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom. #T1#
Delisle wants to pass the guard but Verus is keeping the position.#SUB#
Verus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Verus keeping full guard, as Delisle tries to pass.
Delisle trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Verus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Delisle looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Verus looking for a sweep. Not yet Verus, not yet.
Verus keeping full guard, as Delisle tries to pass. #SUB#
Verus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Verus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Verus is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (2) Delisle
Delisle keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully.
Delisle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Delisle might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Verus haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T3#
Verus won't allow Delisle to sweep him here.
Verus looking to pass the guard.
Delisle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Delisle working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Verus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Verus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Verus trying to control but Delisle is working from the bottom.
Verus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Delisle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Delisle is trying to keep Verus in close.
Verus preventing the sweep.
Delisle trying to control the position.
#T4#
Verus is stalling in the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Delisle is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (4) Delisle
Delisle tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Verus looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Delisle has picked Verus up and slammed him! Verus can't keep hold of the triangle and Delisle manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (2) vs (7) Delisle
Verus is looking for a sweep.
Delisle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verus can't do much from the bottom here.
Delisle is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Verus tries to bench press Delisle off him but Delisle keeps the position.
Delisle controls the position from side control.
Let's hope that Delisle has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Delisle tries to advance to mount but Verus denies him.
Verus is looking for a sweep.#T6#
Delisle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
Verus is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Verus is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Verus prevents Delisle from moving into mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Verus wants to get back to full guard but Delisle has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (2) vs (10) Delisle
Delisle can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Verus is looking to escape.
Delisle content just to control the position here.
It looks like Delisle might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T7#
Delisle wants to take Verus's back but he can't do it this time.
Delisle controlling the pace for now.
Verus is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Delisle can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Verus is looking to escape.
Delisle controlling his opponent.
Delisle fails to take his opponent's back.
Delisle controlling from mount.
Delisle prevents Verus from getting the reversal.#T8#
Verus wants to control but Delisle is having none of it.
Verus working to try and regain half guard.
Delisle fails to take his opponent's back.
Delisle takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Verus wants to control but Delisle is having none of it.
Delisle moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Verus (2) vs (13) Delisle#SUB2#
Delisle looking for the choke but no joy.
Delisle biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T9#
Verus looking very determined here, making life difficult for Delisle.
Delisle 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.
Delisle tries to get the hooks in deep but Verus pushed the leg off.
Delisle just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Verus manages to reverse the position and now he's in Delisle's guard. Nice work there by Verus.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (4) vs (13) Delisle
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Delisle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10##SUB#
Verus drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Verus jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Verus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Delisle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Delisle is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (4) vs (15) Delisle
Delisle passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Verus! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (4) vs (18) Delisle
Verus tries to hold on but Delisle postures up.#T11#
Delisle tries to control but Verus wriggling away.
Verus is controlling an arm, preventing Delisle from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Verus can't escape the position.
Verus gets back to half guard.
Delisle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
Verus tries to roll over but Delisle keeps him under control.
Verus controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Delisle is trying to control. Verus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T12#
Verus wants to improve his position but Delisle is controlling well.
Delisle is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Verus! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (4) vs (21) Delisle
Verus really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Delisle fails to move to back control.
Verus 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: Verus (6) vs (21) Delisle
Verus wants to control from the top but Delisle keeps moving.
Delisle wants to sweep but no luck.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Delisle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Delisle swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Verus 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.
Verus preventing the sweep.
Delisle keeps trying to improve his position.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Delisle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Delisle wants to sweep here but Verus controlling him for the moment.
Delisle manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Verus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (6) vs (23) Delisle
Verus keeping moving, preventing Delisle from controlling successfully. #T14#
Verus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Delisle trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Delisle trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Verus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Verus is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (8) vs (23) Delisle
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Delisle is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Delisle wins on points by 23 to 8.
Our winner, Gauthier Delisle, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSG 219 Doe vs Pushkin
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 15 losses; Huckleberry Finn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 12 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Finn clinches up with Verus and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Finn gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Finn (2) vs (0) Verus
The fighters are battling for position here. Verus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Finn is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Verus has Finn pulled in close to control his posture.
Finn controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Verus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Finn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Finn 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.
Verus trying to keep a closed guard but Finn is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Finn is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Finn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Finn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Finn's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Verus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Finn manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Finn (2) vs (2) Verus
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Verus won't allow Finn to sweep him here.
Finn keeping full guard, as Verus tries to pass. #SUB#
Finn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Verus is aware though and is defending well.
Verus looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Verus is sitting in close to Finn's body. Finn has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Verus is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Verus is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Finn.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Huckleberry Finn!
Huckleberry Finn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVT 165: Hussein v Picklesbly
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Fortythree misses with a body shot.
Verus has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#TD2#
Verus darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fortythree wants to get back to full guard.
Verus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Verus controlling the action here.
Fortythree manages to get to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus wants to control from the top but Fortythree keeps moving.
Verus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Fortythree is adopting a defensive guard.
Fortythree looking for a sweep. Not yet Fortythree, not yet.
Verus is fighting to break Fortythree's control of his arms but Fortythree is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Verus throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fortythree works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fortythree trying to keep a closed guard but Verus is proving a slippery customer.
Verus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Fortythree keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Fortythree as Verus shoots in.
Fortythree was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Verus staying out of range there.
And Verus tries to counter it with a takedown but Fortythree pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A jab from Fortythree finds it's way through Verus's defenses.
Verus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fortythree throws out the jab.
Fortythree cracks a nice hook into Verus's ribs.
Fortythree throws a lazy uppercut
and Verus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Verus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Verus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Verus takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fortythree lands with a good body shot.
Verus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T3#
Fortythree with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Verus takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Verus fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Fortythree avoids it really well and circles away.
One Fortythree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cicero Verus.
Fortythree misses with a hook. Verus ducked under it nicely.
Fortythree tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Verus was well out of range. Poor timing from Fortythree.
Verus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Fortythree has closed the distance and engaged Verus in a clinch.
Fortythree lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Fortythree.
Fortythree lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Fortythree.
#T4#
Fortythree misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD2#
Verus has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Fortythree uses from the top position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Verus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fortythree manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Verus stops Fortythree from standing up.
Verus is fighting to break Fortythree's control of his arms but Fortythree is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Verus wants to control from the top but Fortythree keeps moving.
Fortythree utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Verus throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Verus sitting in guard here, content to control.
Fortythree looking to hit a scissor sweep but Verus is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
One Fortythree dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Verus dives in and grabs Fortythree's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fortythree pushes down on Verus's head and hops out.#TD2#
Verus closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Verus lands in his opponent's guard.
Fortythree trying to control the position.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Fortythree is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fortythree is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Fortythree holds on and takes a little breather.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Verus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Fortythree managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Verus postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Fortythree is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Verus, into his guard. #REVR#
Verus has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Verus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fortythree gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Fortythree avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fortythree advances to half guard. #T2#
Verus tries to roll over but Fortythree keeps him under control.
Verus trying to hold on to Fortythree's head to control him but Fortythree postures up.
Fortythree is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Verus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Fortythree stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fortythree content to stall in guard here. #T3##SUB2#
Verus is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Fortythree frees his head nicely. Oh but Verus has switched to an armbar! Fortythree is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Cicero Verus!
A less than humble Cicero Verus misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
WVT 160: Hightower v Tharrier
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Verus forces Badass back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Badass escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Verus has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Verus gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Badass.#TD2#
Verus closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Verus lands in his opponent's guard.
Badass uses the cage to get back to his feet.
A swing and a miss from Badass.
Badass tries a low kick but Verus avoids it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Badass.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Verus shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Verus was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Verus working the ground and pound but Badass is defending the strikes.
Badass wants to control but Verus postures up.
Badass is trying to buck Verus off.
Verus moves into full mount!
Verus has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1##SUB2#
Verus looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Badass tries to lock up and control but Verus gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Badass is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Badass knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Verus on the ground.#SUB2#
Verus working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Badass looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Verus! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Cicero Verus!
In his post fight interview, Cicero Verus started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
WVT 145: Fedentenko v Railio
Date: Aug 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Verus shoots in and drives through. Cheese sprawls well.
Cheese was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cheese misses with a wild body shot.
Verus shoots in but no luck this time.
Cheese misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD2#
and Verus counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Verus is trying to control. Cheese wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Verus controlling the pace.
Cheese is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Verus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cheese is just riding it out for now. Verus eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus moves into full mount! Cheese won't be happy about that! #T1#
Verus unloads with some shots from mount but Cheese bucks and avoids them well.
Cheese is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Hidden, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Cheese working to try and regain half guard.
Verus putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Cheese can't escape the position.
Verus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cheese is desperately trying to improve his position but Verus has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Verus looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Verus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Verus looking to control but Cheese is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Cheese is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Cheese is working hard here to advance position.
Verus avoids the attempt from Cheese to control.
Cheese in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Cheese is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Verus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cheese looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Cheese tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Verus is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Cheese is surviving well by controlling Verus's body position as best he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus is stalling here but it's allowed Cheese to get half guard.
Cheese has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Verus is working away from the top position though.
Verus is trying to control. Cheese wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Verus slips a nice elbow through Cheese's hands, connecting with Cheese's forehead.
Cheese moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Cheese looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cheese has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Verus has passed into side control.
Cheese is not content to let Verus control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Verus wants to stand but Cheese has his arm trapped.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cicero Verus dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Cheese cracks Verus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Verus feints and as Cheese raises his hands in defense, Verus changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cheese 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.
Cheese really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Cheese has an active guard here but Verus has managed to pass into half guard.
Cheese wants to improve his position but Verus is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cheese trying to hold on to Verus's head to control him but Verus postures up.
Cheese gets back to full guard.
#T1##SUB2#
Verus drops back looking for a leg! Cheese is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Cheese manages to kick Verus off! Verus jumps back into Cheese's guard. #SUB#
Cheese is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Verus defends well.
Verus trying to control but Cheese is working from the bottom.
Cheese has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Verus has passed into 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.
Cheese is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Verus is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Cheese really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Verus lands a nice shot to the head.
Verus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Verus prevents Cheese from getting the reversal.
Verus wants to control the pace but Cheese is squirming around nicely.
Cheese tries to improve his position but instead Verus has taken his back! #T3#
Cheese tries to escape but Verus has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Verus is persistently looking for the submission but Cheese is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Cheese tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Verus has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Cheese is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
WVT 132: Hussein v Corassa
Date: Jul 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Kuronoa scores with a leg kick.
#TD2#
Verus fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kuronoa sprawls well initially but Verus persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Verus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kuronoa is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Crapollas Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Verus is thwarting Kuronoa's attempts to control the position.
Kuronoa is looking for a sweep. Verus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Verus is thwarting Kuronoa's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verus tries to stand but can't do so whilst Kuronoa controls his leg. #T1#
Verus is looking to take a break and control but Kuronoa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Verus wants to get back to his feet.
Kuronoa might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Kuronoa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Verus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kuronoa trying to control but Verus postures up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kuronoa scores with a hook to the body. Verus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Verus dives in for a single leg takedown but Kuronoa sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kuronoa seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Kuronoa clinches up against the cage.
Kuronoa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuronoa lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Verus backwards. #TD2#
Verus has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Kuronoa regains guard immediately. #SUB#
Kuronoa working for a triangle but Verus defends it easily.
Verus trying to control but Kuronoa is working from the bottom. #T3#
Verus 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. #SUB#
Kuronoa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Verus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Verus drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Verus jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Kuronoa is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Verus defends well.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kuronoa has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Verus 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 Kuronoa.
Kuronoa is letting Verus control him for a moment.
Verus trying to control the action but Kuronoa is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kuronoa wants to control but Verus postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cicero Verus dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kuronoa misses with a body kick. #TD2#
Verus throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kuronoa tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Verus is in Kuronoa's guard.
Verus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kuronoa is trying to keep Verus in close.
#SUB#
Kuronoa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Verus is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuronoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Verus is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
Verus has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kuronoa is proving hard to escape from. #T1##SUB#
Kuronoa throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Verus escapes and throws Kuronoa's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The referee asks Verus politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Verus prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Verus is trying to get an arm triangle but Kuronoa is defending well.
Kuronoa is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Verus's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Kuronoa is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Verus scores with a couple of nice shots.#T2##SUB2#
Verus wants to work for an arm triangle but Kuronoa is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Kuronoa actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Kuronoa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Kuronoa actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Kuronoa actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Verus in particular looking to stall.
Verus trying to control from half guard but Kuronoa is working away.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Kuronoa clinches.
Verus prevents a body shot from Kuronoa. #TD2#
Verus turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Verus working the ground and pound.
Kuronoa is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Verus trying to control the position but Kuronoa is working away.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Verus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Verus throws an elbow but Kuronoa slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kuronoa trying his best to control but Verus has mounted him.
Verus unloading with bombs!
Verus wants to control the pace but Kuronoa is squirming around nicely.
Verus is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Kuronoa can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kuronoa tries to hold on but Verus postures up.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuronoa can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cicero Verus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kuronoa tries to close the distance and clinch but Verus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Kuronoa clinches up against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kuronoa. #TD2#
Verus pulls guard.
Kuronoa trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus managing to control the position.
Verus keeping moving, preventing Kuronoa from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kuronoa tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard. #T1#
Verus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kuronoa is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Verus looking to score a takedown here. Kuronoa is defending well but Verus drives through and ends up in Kuronoa's guard.
Verus wants to control from the top but Kuronoa keeps moving. #SUB#
Kuronoa is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Verus tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuronoa is retaining full guard.
Ono Kuronoa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Verus pushing down on Kuronoa's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Verus tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Kuronoa.
Kuronoa misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Cicero Verus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kuronoa trying to control from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Verus with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Kuronoa as Verus shoots in.
Verus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuronoa.
Verus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kuronoa scores with a push kick.
Verus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Verus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kuronoa defends it nicely.
Kuronoa swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Verus.
Ono Kuronoa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cicero Verus.
Verus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Cicero Verus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Verus looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuronoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Verus missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kuronoa is striking from the bottom but Verus uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.#SUB#
Kuronoa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Verus pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Kuronoa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Verus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cicero Verus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Verus winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
WVT 119: Ihantala v Vunipola
Date: Jun 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Cruz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Verus but Verus pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Cruz shoots in for a takedown but Verus shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Verus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Verus closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Cruz to the mat! Cruz manages to get full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Cruz'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.
Cruz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Verus stays in close to Cruz's body and controls the position.
Verus working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Verus has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Cruz to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Verus is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Cruz pulls down on the head and he's put Verus to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Darian Cruz!
During a confident post fight interview, Darian Cruz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 04, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Verus fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Cubbedge to the ground. Verus is now in Cubbedge 's guard.
Cubbedge 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.
Verus tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard.
Cubbedge trying to control the position here.
Verus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge looking to control but Verus passes into half guard.
Cubbedge has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Verus is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Cubbedge as he works his way to full guard.
#T1#
Cubbedge is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Verus has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cubbedge looking to hit a scissor sweep but Verus is one step ahead there.
Verus landing some decent shots from guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cubbedge holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Verus controls from within his opponent's guard.
Cubbedge is pulling down on Verus's head. It's preventing any offense from Verus, at least for the moment.
Cubbedge trying to keep a closed guard but Verus is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cubbedge looks to throw the jab but Verus is out of range.
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Verus closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Cubbedge to the mat! Cubbedge manages to get full guard.
Verus pushes down on Cubbedge 's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Verus trying to control from Cubbedge 's half guard. Cubbedge has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Cubbedge trying to control the position here.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Verus tries to pass.
Verus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Cubbedge wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Verus is looking to work some ground and pound but Cubbedge has wrist control.
Verus trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Verus throws a big elbow that misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Verus works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cubbedge preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cicero Verus dominated that round.
That's time! Cubbedge 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Cubbedge throws a jab but it's blocked by Verus.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Verus moves away.#TD2#
Verus is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Cubbedge 's half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Cubbedge is looking to control Verus's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cubbedge avoid being mounted?
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. Verus connects with a nice short shot to Cubbedge 's temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cubbedge defending well though.
Cubbedge desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Verus is working for a submission of some sort.
Verus has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Verus in particular looking to stall.
Let's hope that Verus has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Cicero Verus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Verus looks to land a strike but Cubbedge avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cubbedge 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Cubbedge looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Verus wants to get up but he can't break Cubbedge 's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cicero Verus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Verus decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Verus is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Verus slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but Verus is very close to passing his half guard.
Cubbedge works his way to full guard. Good work.
Verus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cubbedge trying to control the position.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Verus passes into half guard.
Cubbedge tries to get to full guard but Verus has control of the leg.
Verus throwing shots but Cubbedge is blocking nicely.
Verus is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but Verus is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cicero Verus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Cubbedge 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Verus fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Cubbedge sprawls well initially but Verus persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge trying to control but Verus postures up.
Cubbedge is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cubbedge has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Verus is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Verus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Cubbedge is looking to improve his position.
Cubbedge is looking to control Verus's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cubbedge avoid being mounted?
Verus not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Cubbedge regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Verus. #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.
Verus wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving.
Verus scoring with some ground and pound.
Cubbedge is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Cubbedge looking to hit a scissor sweep but Verus is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Verus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Verus lands a takedown into guard.
#T3#
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully.
Verus tries to stand but Cubbedge is controlling from the bottom.
Cubbedge is adopting a defensive guard.
Verus controlling from the top position.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bart Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cubbedge managing to control the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Verus tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bart Cubbedge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Verus.
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy.
Cicero Verus is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Verus ducks under a wild hook from Cubbedge .
And that's the end of the fight!
Cicero Verus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Verus winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 28, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Verus shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nastula is trying to defend but Verus finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Verus takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nastula wants to get back to full guard but Verus has mounted him!
Verus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Verus looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nastula really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Verus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Verus tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nastula can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus content just to control the position here.
Nastula takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T1#
Verus cracks Nastula with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
A nice elbow there by Verus.
Nastula is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Nastula is in a horrible position here. Verus smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Verus controlling the position easily from mount.
Verus lands with some strikes.
Verus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Verus working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Nastula 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.
Verus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Verus working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Verus controlling from the full mount.
Verus landing shots from mount.
Verus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nastula is in all sorts of trouble here.
Verus is in the full mount, landing strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verus lands a big shot there that rocks Nastula but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#T3#
Verus controlling his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Nastula for as long as he can get away with.
Nastula sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nastula is looking for a sweep. Verus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Verus 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! Nastula is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 8 losses; Dreynos Elvul!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Jorge Garcia and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Verus forces Elvul back against the cage and clinches.
Elvul has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Verus avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Verus is pressed up against the cage. Elvul has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Verus down to the mat. Verus avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Verus pushes Elvul up against the cage in a clinch.
Elvul is trying to drag Verus to the mat but Verus just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cicero Verus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dreynos Elvul.
Elvul goes for a takedown in the clinch but Verus prevents it.
Elvul can't get the takedown.
Elvul goes for a takedown in the clinch but Verus prevents it.
#TD2#
Verus is fighting off a takedown attempt but Elvul is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Verus to the mat. Verus regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Elvul
Verus is trying to keep Elvul in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elvul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Elvul is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Verus looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Elvul has picked Verus up and slammed him! Verus can't keep hold of the triangle and Elvul manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) Elvul#T1#
Verus manages to work his way to half guard, despite Elvul's best efforts.
Elvul is trying to control the action in half guard but Verus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Verus desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Verus moves into full guard.
Verus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Elvul's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (5) Elvul#T2#
Elvul is pulling down on Verus's head. It's preventing any offense from Verus, at least for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Elvul keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully.
Verus postures up.
#T3#
Verus controls from within his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Elvul is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (7) Elvul
Verus keeping moving, preventing Elvul from controlling successfully.
Verus keeping full guard, as Elvul tries to pass. #SUB#
Elvul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
Verus wants to improve his position but instead Elvul has moved into half guard.
Verus works his way to full guard. Good work.
Elvul being controlled here momentarily.
Elvul passes into half guard.
Verus is pressing down on Elvul's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5##SUB#
Verus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Verus is trying to control the position but Elvul postures up.
Elvul wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Verus working a defensive guard here.
Elvul trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom. #T6#
Elvul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Elvul got a little sloppy there for a moment and Verus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Elvul has managed to get both his arms back between Verus's legs - danger averted.
Verus wants to control but Elvul passes easily into half guard.
Verus manages to get to full guard.
Verus controls Elvul momentarily but Elvul frees himself. #T7#
Elvul tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard.
Elvul passes Verus's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Verus trying to control but Elvul postures up.
Elvul is keen to just control but Verus is a slippery customer.
Verus is doing well to control the position and prevent Elvul from advancing to side control.
Verus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T8#
Elvul wants to take a breather but Verus is having none of it. #SUB#
Verus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Elvul is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Elvul perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Verus tries to get to full guard but Elvul has control of the leg.
Elvul is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Verus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Elvul is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T10##SUB#
Verus actively working from the bottom here.
Verus gets back to full guard.
Verus trying to control the position.
Elvul sitting in guard here, content to control. #T11#
Elvul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Elvul trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus working a defensive guard here.
Verus controlling the position.#T12#
Verus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Verus wants to improve his position but instead Elvul has moved into half guard.
Elvul not doing much here.
#SUB#
Verus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Elvul pulls his head out easily.
Verus is looking for a sweep. Elvul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T13#
Verus has a hand on Elvul's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Elvul takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (2) vs (10) Elvul
Elvul controlling from the full mount.
Elvul prevents Verus from getting the reversal.
Elvul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Elvul controlling from mount.
Elvul looking to control but Verus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T14#
Verus is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Elvul controlling from mount.
Verus tries to hold on but Elvul pushes him away.
Elvul controlling from mount.
Verus wants to hold on but Elvul pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Verus tries to improve his position but Elvul has taken his back! Elvul has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Verus tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Elvul pushes Verus away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dreynos Elvul!
After winning the bout, Dreynos Elvul thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 25 losses; Koryu Miyagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 11 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Joseph Jones and Bruno Lombardi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Miyagi moves into range and clinches up with Verus.
Miyagi 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.
Verus is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Miyagi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Miyagi has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Verus is trying to keep an underhook but Miyagi manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Miyagi (2) vs (0) Verus
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Miyagi in particular looking to stall.
Verus gets back to full guard.
Miyagi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Miyagi stays in close to Verus's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Verus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Miyagi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1##SUB2#
Verus looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Miyagi is defending well. Verus quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Miyagi has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Verus celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cicero Verus!
The defeated Koryu Miyagi had this to say: 'Ill train smarter and harder next time, so i come back stronger than ever!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 11 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Nori Voluspa!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Saam Ante and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Voluspa looking to score a takedown here. Verus is defending well but Voluspa drives through and ends up in Verus's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Voluspa
Voluspa wants to pass the guard but Verus is keeping the position.
Verus trying to keep a closed guard but Voluspa is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Verus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Voluspa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Voluspa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Verus pulls Voluspa in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voluspa wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Verus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Voluspa slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) Voluspa#SUB2#
Voluspa tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Verus is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Voluspa tries for a kimura but Verus is defending well.
Voluspa tries to advance to mount but Verus denies him. #T2#
Verus sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Verus is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Voluspa is looking for a kimura but Verus is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Voluspa to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Voluspa is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Verus is just riding it out for now. Voluspa eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Verus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Voluspa is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Verus is looking to improve his position.
Verus manages to get to full guard.
Voluspa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Voluspa trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Verus being controlled here, momentarily.
Verus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Voluspa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verus is keeping the position for now.
Verus is pulling down on Voluspa's head. It's preventing any offense from Voluspa, at least for the moment.
Verus will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T5#
Verus keeping moving, preventing Voluspa from controlling successfully.
Voluspa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Voluspa looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Voluspa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6#
Voluspa wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Verus wants to sweep but no luck.
Voluspa looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verus trying to control the position.
Voluspa trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Voluspa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Verus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Voluspa has managed to get both his arms back between Verus's legs - danger averted.#T7##SUB#
Voluspa sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Verus doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Voluspa paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Verus - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Long Schlong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Paul Aken and Nard Betker.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schlong shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Verus as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Schlong is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Verus's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlong (2) vs (0) Verus
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlong prevents Verus from improving his position.#SUB#
Schlong is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've been hearing good reports from Schlong'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.
Schlong is thwarting Verus's attempts to control the position.
Verus is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Schlong is staying active.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Schlong is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Verus preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T1#
Verus is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Schlong is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Schlong trying to mount his opponent but Verus defends it.
Schlong is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Verus reverses the position - he's now on top in Schlong's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlong (2) vs (2) Verus
Verus preventing the sweep.
Verus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Schlong looking to control.
#T2#
Schlong looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schlong is working hard here to advance position.
Schlong pulls Verus in close to prevent any damage.
Schlong being controlled here, momentarily.
Verus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schlong swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Verus engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Verus trying to control but Schlong is working from the bottom.
Schlong trying to keep a closed guard but Verus is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Schlong pulls Verus in close to prevent any damage.
Schlong looking for a sweep. Not yet Schlong, not yet.
Verus trying to control but Schlong is working from the bottom.
Verus postures up.
Verus showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Schlong is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Schlong is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Verus defends well.#T4#
Schlong wants to sweep here but Verus controlling him for the moment.
Verus advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlong (2) vs (5) Verus
You can see the frustration on Schlong's face as Verus controls the position.
Schlong stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
You can see the frustration on Schlong's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Verus trying to control the position but Schlong is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlong is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T5#
Schlong is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Verus off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Schlong (6) vs (5) Verus#SUB#
Schlong looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Schlong is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Verus trying to control the hands but Schlong won't let him.
Verus is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Verus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Schlong is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Verus knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Verus for a finish.
Schlong tries to keep control of the position but Verus is staying busy.#T6#
Verus trying to control the hands but Schlong won't let him. #SUB#
Schlong looking to break Verus's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Verus remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Schlong will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Schlong is trying to stick to Verus's back but Verus is turning into Schlong. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Schlong's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Verus. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlong (6) vs (7) Verus
Verus 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.
Verus wants to control from the top but Schlong keeps moving.
Schlong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schlong pulls Verus in close to his closed guard and prevents Verus from doing any damage or advancing position.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Schlong wants to sweep but no luck.
Verus is pushing down on Schlong's leg trying to pass to half guard. Schlong is fighting to maintain full guard but Verus has managed to sneak the leg through.
Schlong wants to control but Verus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Verus is trying to control the action in half guard but Schlong is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Verus is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schlong doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Verus.
Schlong makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Schlong.
Schlong controlling the position.
Verus won't allow Schlong to sweep him here. #T8#
Verus controlling from the top position.
Schlong controls Verus momentarily but Verus frees himself.
Schlong 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.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus tries to free his leg and advance position but Schlong is retaining full guard.
Verus controlling from the top position.
Schlong looking for a sweep. Not yet Schlong, not yet. #T9#
Schlong working a defensive guard here.
Verus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Schlong has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Verus has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schlong (6) vs (10) Verus
Schlong manages to work his way to half guard, despite Verus's best efforts.
Schlong is trying to get back to full guard.
Schlong moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Schlong is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Verus defends well.#T10#
Verus advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlong (6) vs (13) Verus
Verus happy to just control the position for now.
Schlong is looking to regain half guard here but Verus keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Verus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Schlong is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Schlong looking for a sweep but Verus has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Schlong (6) vs (15) Verus
Schlong wants to control but Verus is having none of it.#T11#
Schlong tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schlong is squirming around, avoiding Verus's attempts to control the action.
Verus prevents Schlong from getting the reversal.
Schlong wants to hold on but Verus pushes him away.
Verus wants to take Schlong's back here but Schlong is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Verus controlling from the full mount.
Verus wants to control the pace but Schlong is squirming around nicely. #T12#
Schlong 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: Schlong (8) vs (15) Verus
Schlong stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Verus keeping moving, preventing Schlong from controlling successfully.
Schlong tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard.
Schlong pushes down on Verus's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Verus wants to improve his position but Schlong is controlling well.
#SUB#
Schlong is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Verus is just riding it out for now. Schlong eventually gives up the hold. #T13#
Verus moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Schlong wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Schlong won't allow Verus to sweep him here.
Schlong works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Schlong is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Verus still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Verus has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Schlong (8) vs (19) Verus
Schlong is not content to let Verus control the position. #T14#
Schlong is looking to regain half guard here but Verus keeps moving and retains side control.
Schlong gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Verus perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Schlong is defending against the submission attempts here by Verus.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schlong moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Verus wins on points by 19 to 8. |
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Event:
CWC 339
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 22 losses; Julio Valeron Huhrera !
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Verus has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Huhrera has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Verus regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Huhrera
Verus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Huhrera trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Huhrera slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) Huhrera
Verus struggling a bit here.
We've been hearing good reports from Verus'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus trying to remain calm as Huhrera controls from the top position.
Huhrera trying to control the position but Verus is working away.
Verus seems a little lost for a moment, as Huhrera dominates the positioning.#T1#
Verus stops Huhrera from passing to mount.
Huhrera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
Verus stops Huhrera from passing to mount.
Verus tries to buck Huhrera off but Huhrera is having none of it.
Huhrera trying to control the position but Verus is working away.
Huhrera moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T2#
Verus wants to control but Huhrera postures up.
Huhrera trying to control the action but Verus is working from the bottom.
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Huhrera has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Verus wants to control but Huhrera postures up.
Verus is not content to let Huhrera control the position.
Verus is letting Huhrera control him for a moment.
Huhrera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Huhrera tries to advance to mount but Verus denies him.
Huhrera trying to control the action but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus manages to get back to half guard.
Verus controlling the position well.
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.#T4#
Huhrera is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Verus is trying to get back to full guard.
Verus is not content to let Huhrera control the position.
Huhrera might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Verus haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Huhrera seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Verus is staying active underneath Huhrera , who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T5#
Huhrera tries to pass the half guard into mount. Verus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Verus is trying to get back to full guard.
Huhrera tries to pass to full mount but Verus defends it.
Huhrera is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Huhrera takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Huhrera wants to control but Verus is keeping him busy.
Huhrera perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Verus won't allow Huhrera to pass to mount. #T6#
Verus is looking to improve his position.
Verus moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Huhrera trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus looking to control.
Huhrera trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus looking for a sweep. Not yet Verus, not yet.
Huhrera tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving. #T7#
Huhrera sitting in guard here, content to control.
Huhrera pushing down on Verus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Verus is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Huhrera 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Huhrera 's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Verus (4) vs (5) Huhrera
Huhrera manages to reverse the position and now he's in Verus's guard. Nice work there by Huhrera .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (4) vs (7) Huhrera
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Huhrera postures up.
Verus pulls Huhrera in close to his closed guard and prevents Huhrera from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Verus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T8#
Huhrera being controlled here momentarily.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Verus is adopting a defensive guard.
Huhrera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verus is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Huhrera stopping the sweep attempt from Verus.
Huhrera trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Huhrera wants to pass the guard but Verus is keeping the position.
Huhrera trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Huhrera looking to pass the guard. #T10#
Huhrera trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus seems keen to control Huhrera 's posture.
Verus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Verus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Huhrera engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Verus is looking for a triangle but Huhrera pushes his legs off easily.
#T11#
Verus is pulling down on Huhrera 's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Verus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Huhrera defends well.
Huhrera showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T12#
Verus trying to keep a closed guard but Huhrera is proving a slippery customer.
Huhrera trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus keeping full guard, as Huhrera tries to pass.
Huhrera engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Verus trying to control the position.
Huhrera sitting in guard here, content to control. #T13#
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Huhrera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verus is keeping the position for now.
Huhrera trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Huhrera tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard.
Huhrera not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Verus tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T14#
Verus trying to control the position.
Huhrera engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Huhrera trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Huhrera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Verus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Huhrera defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Huhrera trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Huhrera wins on points by 7 to 4.
An out of breath Julio Valeron Huhrera 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:
CWC 338
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 12 losses; Disco Kid! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 10 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Josh West and Micheangelo Fripello.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Kid drives through with a takedown into Verus's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kid (2) vs (0) Verus
Verus pulls Kid in close to prevent any damage.
Kid 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.
Kid trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus is pulling down on Kid's head. It's preventing any offense from Kid, at least for the moment.
Verus controls Kid momentarily but Kid frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kid puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB2#
Verus looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB#
Kid is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Verus doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kid. #SUB#
Kid is working for a submission of some sort.
Kid 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.
Kid wants to pass the guard but Verus is defending well. #SUB#
Kid is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Verus looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kid is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Verus has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kid is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Kid wants to work for an arm triangle but Verus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
Verus is in trouble now - Kid has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kid (5) vs (0) Verus#SUB#
Kid goes for an armbar but Verus turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Verus. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kid (5) vs (2) Verus
Verus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Verus stands and throws Kid's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kid (5) vs (5) Verus#T4#
Kid tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Verus tries for a kimura but Kid is defending well.
Verus wants to control but Kid is keeping him busy.
Kid is looking to regain half guard here but Verus keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Verus trying to control the action but Kid is working from the bottom.
Kid tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Verus trying to control the action but Kid is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Verus is working to tighten his grip on Kid's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Kid has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Verus is really squeezing tight and eventually Kid passes out! Verus breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
CWC 334 - Diesel vs Majere
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 10 losses; Bjørn Helvig! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Helvig closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Helvig (4) vs (0) Verus
Verus wants to control but Helvig postures up.
Helvig looking to control but instead Verus has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Verus gets full guard.
Helvig wants to pass the guard but Verus is keeping the position.
Helvig trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Helvig is really struggling to control Verus but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Verus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Helvig is one step ahead there.
Verus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Helvig controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helvig stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Verus pulls Helvig in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Helvig controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Verus controls Helvig momentarily but Helvig frees himself.
Verus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Verus can't keep his opponent in guard - Helvig advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Helvig is trying to work for a kimura but Verus is defending well.
Helvig seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Verus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Helvig is thwarting Verus's attempts to control the position.
Verus is not content to let Helvig control the position.#T2#
Verus is looking for a sweep. Helvig is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Helvig is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Helvig is trying to control the action in half guard but Verus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Helvig is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Verus has managed to free his arm - good work.
Helvig wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
Verus is trying to control but can't.
Verus is refusing to be controlled, as Helvig sits in half guard. #T3##SUB#
Helvig seems to be looking for submissions.
Verus won't allow Helvig to pass to mount.
Verus is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Verus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Helvig is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Helvig is pressing down on Verus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Verus is holding on for now.
Verus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Verus working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Helvig pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verus is keeping the position for now.
Verus keeping moving, preventing Helvig from controlling successfully.
Verus looking to control.
Verus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Helvig passes into half guard.
Helvig keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Verus keeping hold of Helvig's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Helvig is working for a submission of some sort.
Verus trying to hold on to Helvig's head to control him but Helvig postures up.
Verus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T5#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Helvig prevents Verus from improving his position.#SUB#
Helvig is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Verus is just riding it out for now. Helvig eventually gives up the hold.
Verus is staying active underneath Helvig, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Verus holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Verus actively working from the bottom here.#T6##SUB#
Helvig wants to work for an arm triangle but Verus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Helvig is thwarting Verus's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Helvig 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.
Helvig is looking to advance position but Verus won't allow it. #SUB#
Helvig is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Verus defends it well.
Helvig works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (7) vs (0) Verus#T7#
Verus 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.
Verus trying to get back to full guard but Helvig takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (10) vs (0) Verus
Verus prevents Helvig from taking his back.
Verus gets back to half guard.
Helvig is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (13) vs (0) Verus
Helvig fails to move to back control. #T8##SUB#
Helvig goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Verus turns into him and now he's in Helvig's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Helvig (13) vs (2) Verus
Helvig trying to keep a closed guard but Verus is proving a slippery customer.
Verus won't allow Helvig to sweep him here. #SUB#
Helvig looking for subs off his back but Verus has passed one foot through into half guard.
Helvig is staying active underneath Verus, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Helvig is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Verus pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Verus moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Helvig. Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (13) vs (5) Verus#T9#
Verus controlling from side mount.
It looks like Verus might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB2#
Verus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Helvig is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Verus wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Helvig, who protects the arm well.
Verus advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Helvig (13) vs (7) Verus#T10#
Helvig is wriggling around trying to escape.
Verus controlling the pace for now.
Verus looking to control but Helvig is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Helvig is looking to get to half guard.
Verus tries to control but Helvig wriggling away.
Helvig tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Verus controlling from the full mount. #T11#
Helvig sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Verus trying to control the action but Helvig is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Helvig actively working from the bottom here.
Helvig has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Verus is working away from the top position though.
Helvig is looking for a sweep. Verus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Verus is working for a submission of some sort.
Verus trying to control the pace. #T12##SUB#
Helvig is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Verus pulls his head out easily.
Verus controlling the action here.
Verus is trying to control. Helvig wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Helvig wants to control but Verus is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Verus seems to be working for a kimura but Helvig defends the submission attempt.#T13##SUB#
Helvig looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Helvig is trying to get back to full guard.
Verus is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (13) vs (10) Verus
Helvig can't escape the position.
#T14#
Helvig wants to control but Verus is having none of it.
Verus wants to control the pace but Helvig is squirming around nicely.
Helvig is wriggling around trying to escape.
Verus content just to control the position here.
Verus wants to control the pace but Helvig is squirming around nicely.
Helvig can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Verus controlling from mount.
Helvig is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Helvig takes the fight on points by 13 to 10.
After winning the bout, Bjørn Helvig 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:
CWC 333 - Miyagi vs Al Jhit
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 12 losses; Huckleberry Finn!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Joseph Jones and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Finn bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Verus (0) vs (4) Finn
Verus is trying to get back to half guard.
Finn tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Verus can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finn wants to control but Verus is keeping him busy.
Verus looking for a sweep but Finn has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (0) vs (6) Finn#T1#
Finn can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Verus is looking to escape.
Verus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Verus has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Finn trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Finn prevents Verus from getting the reversal.#T2#
Verus tries to hold on but Finn pushes him away.
Verus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Finn controlling from the full mount.
Verus tries to lock up and control but Finn gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Verus keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Finn sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Verus keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Verus wants to hold on but Finn pushes him away.#SUB2#
Finn looking to secure an arm triangle but Verus defends it well.
Verus is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4##SUB2#
Finn goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Verus is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (6) Finn
Verus trying to control but Finn is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Finn looking for a guillotine here but Verus defends easily.
Verus sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Finn looking for a guillotine here but Verus defends easily.
#T5#
Finn 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Finn has his foot on Verus's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Verus works his way back into a safe position though.
Verus wants to pass the guard but Finn is keeping the position.
Finn keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Finn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Verus is aware though and is defending well.#T6#
Finn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Finn keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully.
Finn 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#
Finn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Verus defends well.#SUB2#
Finn looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Verus has picked Finn up and slammed him! Finn can't keep hold of the triangle and Verus manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (5) vs (6) Finn
Finn is trying to improve his position.#T7##SUB#
Verus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Finn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Finn tries to bench press Verus off him but Verus keeps the position.
Finn is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Verus works to advance to full mount. Finn defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (7) vs (6) Finn
Verus trying to control but Finn is having none of it. #SUB#
Verus looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T8#
Verus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Finn is desperately trying to improve his position but Verus has a good base and remains in mount.
Finn sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Verus controlling the action here.
Verus is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Finn reverses the position - he's now on top in Verus's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (7) vs (8) Finn#T9#
Verus keeping full guard, as Finn tries to pass. #SUB#
Verus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Finn passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (7) vs (11) Finn
Finn trying to control the position but Verus is working away.
Finn advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (7) vs (13) Finn#T10#
Finn wants to control the pace but Verus is squirming around nicely.
Verus keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Finn is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Verus has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Verus! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (9) vs (13) Finn#SUB#
Verus drops back, looking for a kneebar! Finn looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Finn looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Finn! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Verus (9) vs (17) Finn#T11#
Finn tries to advance to mount but can't.
Finn trying to control the position but Verus is working away.
A lull in the action here.
Verus regains half guard.#T12#
Finn works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (9) vs (20) Finn
Verus keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Finn wants to control the pace but Verus is squirming around nicely.
Finn controlling from the full mount. #T13##SUB2#
Finn jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Verus manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Finn trying to control the action but Verus is working from the bottom.
Finn tries to move to mount but Verus blocks the move with his legs. #T14#
Verus can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here as Finn stalls from top position.
Verus is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Finn content to control rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Finn is working for a kimura but Verus is defending it quite comfortably.
And that's the end of the fight!
Finn wins on points by 20 to 9.
Our winner, Huckleberry Finn, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWCFN 10
Date: Jan 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 8 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 19 losses; Kevin Walters!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Wagner Zegers and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Walters tries for a takedown but Verus sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Verus moves in looking to clinch but Walters pushes him off.
Walters shoots in but Verus avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Walters closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Verus's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Walters
Verus controls Walters momentarily but Walters frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Walters tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Verus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walters manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Verus keeping moving, preventing Walters from controlling successfully.
Verus has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Walters is fighting to break Verus's control of his arms but Verus is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Walters won't allow Verus to sweep him here.
Walters trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Walters drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Verus dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (2) Walters#SUB2#
Walters had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Verus defends it easily.
Verus tries to free his leg and advance position but Walters is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Walters looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Verus trying to control but Walters is working from the bottom. #T2#
Walters is looking to sweep but instead, Verus has passed into half guard.
Walters wants to control but Verus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Verus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Verus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Walters keeps working. #SUB#
Verus is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Verus works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (5) vs (2) Walters#T3#
Walters looking for a sweep but Verus has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (7) vs (2) Walters
Walters is wriggling around trying to escape.
Verus sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Walters tries to hold on but Verus postures up.
Verus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Walters is looking to escape.
Walters working to try and regain half guard.
Verus trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Walters tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Walters is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Walters tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Verus is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Walters has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Walters is trying desperately to improve position.#T5#
Verus sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Walters is wriggling around trying to escape.
Verus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Walters tries to hold on but Verus postures up.
Walters working to try and regain half guard.
Verus is trying to take his opponent's back.
#SUB#
Verus with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T6#
Walters is trying to reverse the position but instead Verus has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Verus (10) vs (2) Walters
Verus has the hooks in. Walters is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Verus not allowing Walters to control his hands.
Verus doesn't have the hooks in and Walters manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (10) vs (4) Walters
Verus keeping moving, preventing Walters from controlling successfully.
Verus is trying to control the position but Walters postures up.
Walters's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Verus is pulling down on Walters's head. It's preventing any offense from Walters, at least for the moment.
Verus keeping full guard, as Walters tries to pass. #T7#
Walters is looking to pass into half guard but Verus pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Verus is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (12) vs (4) Walters
Walters 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.
Verus wants to control from the top but Walters keeps moving.
Walters wants to sweep here but Verus controlling him for the moment.
Walters is trying to keep Verus in close.
#SUB2#
Walters is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Verus content to stall in guard here. #T8##SUB2#
Walters is looking for a triangle but Verus pushes his legs off easily.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Walters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Walters is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Walters keeping full guard, as Verus tries to pass.
Walters looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T9##SUB2#
Verus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Walters managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Walters isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Verus stacks Walters 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 Verus! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (15) vs (4) Walters
Walters gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (17) vs (4) Walters
Verus sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Walters tries to reverse the position but Verus maintains control.#T10#
Walters is squirming around, avoiding Verus's attempts to control the action.
Walters is wriggling around trying to escape.
Walters 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.
Walters is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Verus has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Verus (20) vs (4) Walters
Verus just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Walters is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Walters defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T11##SUB#
Verus working for the choke.
Walters tries to escape but Verus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Walters trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Verus trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Verus patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Walters showing good submission defense here.
Walters tries to escape but Verus has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T12#
Verus struggling to keep hold of the position.
I really don't envy Walters right now.
#SUB#
Walters has hold of Verus's leg, trying to break free but it's let Verus lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Walters is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Verus throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cicero Verus! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 78
Date: Dec 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Dreynos Elvul!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Columbo Gatti and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Elvul looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Verus! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Verus (0) vs (4) Elvul
Verus is not content to let Elvul control the position.
Verus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Elvul wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Verus looking for a sweep but Elvul has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (0) vs (6) Elvul#SUB2#
Elvul moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Verus has worked his arm free - good work by Verus!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Elvul tries to move into full mount but can't pass Verus's legs.
Elvul trying to control the action but Verus is working from the bottom.
Elvul might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Verus haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Verus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Verus is trying to control Elvul's posture but Elvul avoids it. #SUB2#
Verus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Elvul's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Elvul! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Verus has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dreynos Elvul!
After winning the bout, Dreynos Elvul 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:
CWC Fight Night 7
Date: Nov 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Anti Happy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Taro Takaoka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Verus. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Happy (0) vs (4) Verus
Verus has knee on belly momentarily but Happy bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Verus is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Happy is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Verus 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. Happy tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Verus!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Cicero Verus!
Cicero Verus decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 327 - Prelims
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; John McCain!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
McCain feints and as Verus raises his hands in defense, McCain changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) McCain
Verus keeping moving, preventing McCain from controlling successfully.
Verus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Verus is trying to hold McCain in close to prevent damage but McCain has managed to pass into half guard.
Verus is refusing to be controlled, as McCain sits in half guard.
Verus tries to get to full guard but McCain has control of the leg.
McCain trying to pass the guard but Verus defending well.
Verus trying to control from the bottom.
McCain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Verus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCain passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) McCain
McCain moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (0) vs (7) McCain
Verus is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
McCain controlling the position easily from mount.
Verus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verus sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Verus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McCain postures up.
#SUB#
Verus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCain defends it easily.
Verus has control of McCain's left arm, preventing McCain from doing any damage.
McCain won't allow Verus to sweep him here.
McCain controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Verus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McCain gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
McCain controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
McCain wants to pass the guard but Verus is keeping the position.#SUB#
Verus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McCain sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Verus's guard.
McCain passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (10) McCain
McCain wants to control the pace but Verus is squirming around nicely.
McCain looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Verus 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.
McCain trying to pass the guard but Verus defending well.
McCain works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (13) McCain
Verus tries to buck McCain off but McCain is having none of it.
Verus is working hard here to advance position.
Verus regains half guard.
Verus is trying to get back to full guard.
Verus trying to get back to full guard but McCain takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (16) McCain
McCain trying to control but Verus is having none of it. #T4#
Verus can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCain controlling his opponent.
Verus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Verus regains half guard.#SUB#
Verus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCain wants to control but Verus is keeping him busy.
Verus makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Verus.
McCain wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving. #T5#
McCain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verus is keeping the position for now.
Verus trying to control the position.
McCain not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McCain stopping the sweep attempt from Verus.
Verus keeping full guard, as McCain tries to pass. #SUB#
Verus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McCain trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Verus looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McCain passes into half guard.
#T6#
McCain looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
McCain is pressing down on Verus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Verus is holding on for now.
Verus moves into full guard.
McCain slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (19) McCain
Verus tries to improve position but can't.
McCain wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
Verus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McCain wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McCain trying to control the action but Verus is working from the bottom.
Verus is looking to regain half guard here but McCain keeps moving and retains side control. #T7#
McCain takes a little break here. Verus wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
McCain wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working.
Verus tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCain works to advance to full mount. Verus defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Verus (0) vs (21) McCain
McCain controlling the position easily from mount.
McCain avoids the attempt from Verus to control.#T8#
Verus 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.
McCain wants to take a breather but Verus is having none of it. #SUB#
Verus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCain tries to pass the half guard into mount. Verus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McCain seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Verus is looking for a sweep. McCain is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McCain is trying to control. Verus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McCain trying to mount his opponent but Verus defends it. #T9#
Verus wants to improve his position but McCain is controlling well.
Verus is not content to let McCain control the position.
Verus trying to control from the bottom.
McCain trying to control from half guard but Verus is working away.
McCain uses his free foot to push down on Verus's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Verus. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (24) McCain
Verus is in all sorts of trouble here.
McCain forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Verus (0) vs (27) McCain
McCain controls the action.#T10#
Verus is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Verus right now.
McCain tries to get the hooks in deep but Verus pushed the leg off.
You can see the frustration on Verus's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Verus staying busy and making it hard for McCain to control.
Verus breaks McCain's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (27) McCain
McCain wants to sweep but no luck.
Verus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed McCain's guard.
McCain is looking to improve his position.
Verus not doing much here.
#T11#
Verus stalling away here and it's allowed McCain to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Verus from controlling successfully.
Verus is looking to advance position but McCain has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Verus (2) vs (31) McCain#SUB2#
Verus reaches up to try and pull McCain in and control his posture, but McCain latches on to an arm and pivots quickly for an armbar! Verus taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John McCain!
After winning the bout, John McCain 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:
CWC Fight Night 1
Date: Sep 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 32 losses; Darian Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Alexandre Firmino and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Verus fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cruz fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Verus avoids it really well and circles away.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Verus has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD#
Cruz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Verus! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cruz (4) vs (0) Verus
Verus manages to get back to half guard.
Verus preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cruz content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Cruz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (7) vs (0) Verus
Verus is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Cruz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Verus trying his best to control but Cruz has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Cruz (9) vs (0) Verus#T2##SUB#
Cruz looking to secure an arm triangle but Verus defends it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Cruz goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Verus turns into him and now he's in Cruz's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (9) vs (2) Verus
Verus tries to free his leg and advance position but Cruz is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Cruz looking for a guillotine here but Verus defends easily.
Cruz looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Verus puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T3#
Cruz is looking to get back to full guard here but Verus has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (9) vs (5) Verus
Cruz manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (11) vs (5) Verus
Verus is staying active underneath Cruz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Verus wants to sweep but Cruz has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (14) vs (5) Verus
Verus stops Cruz from passing to mount. #SUB#
Cruz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Verus is trying to improve his position.
Verus struggling a bit here.
Cruz is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Cruz'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.#SUB#
Cruz has hold of Verus's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Verus seems comfortable defending it but Cruz has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Verus is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Verus is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Cruz couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Darian Cruz!
A victorious Darian Cruz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Prelims
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dino Ebedi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Alexandre Firmino and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Ebedi has Verus up against the cage in a clinch.
Ebedi drops down looking for an ankle pick but Verus pulls his leg out and moves away.
Verus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ebedi as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Verus shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Verus showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ebedi (0) vs (2) Verus
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ebedi moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ebedi has Verus pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ebedi continues to stall.
Ebedi wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Verus is now in half guard. #T1#
Ebedi is trying to get back to full guard.
Well, if Verus 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.
Ebedi tries to get to full guard but Verus has control of the leg.
Ebedi is controlling Verus's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
Verus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ebedi is just riding it out for now. Verus eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
Verus prevents Ebedi from improving his position.
Ebedi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ebedi is adopting a defensive guard.
Verus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ebedi's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus is thwarting Ebedi's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Ebedi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ebedi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ebedi's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Ebedi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ebedi wants to control the position but Verus says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T4#
Ebedi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Verus is working away from the top position though.
Verus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ebedi wants to control but Verus is keeping busy.
Ebedi keeping hold of Verus's head, controlling as best he can.
Verus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ebedi is trying to maintain the position but Verus is very close to passing his half guard.
Ebedi wants to get back to full guard but Verus has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ebedi (0) vs (5) Verus#T5##SUB2#
Verus goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ebedi is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ebedi (2) vs (5) Verus
Ebedi trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Ebedi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Verus is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Verus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ebedi is aware though and is defending well.
Ebedi wants to pass the guard but Verus is keeping the position.
Ebedi trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Ebedi tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Verus looking for a guillotine here but Ebedi defends easily.
Ebedi tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard. #T7#
Ebedi slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Ebedi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ebedi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Verus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Ebedi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Verus has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Verus trying to control here.
#T8#
Verus is not content to let Ebedi control the position.
Ebedi content to control rather than advance.
Verus trying to get back to full guard but Ebedi takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ebedi (5) vs (5) Verus#SUB#
Ebedi jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Verus is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Verus and Ebedi has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Ebedi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T9#
Verus gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Verus gets back to full guard.
Verus keeping moving, preventing Ebedi from controlling successfully.
Ebedi stays in close to Verus's body and controls the position. #T10#
Ebedi trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ebedi controlling from the top position.
Ebedi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Verus is keeping the position for now.
Ebedi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Verus keeping full guard, as Ebedi tries to pass. #SUB2#
Verus is looking for a triangle here but Ebedi uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ebedi (8) vs (5) Verus#SUB#
Ebedi swings around for an armbar but Verus sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ebedi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ebedi (8) vs (7) Verus
Ebedi seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ebedi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Verus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ebedi (10) vs (7) Verus#T12##SUB2#
Verus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ebedi is aware though and is defending well.
Ebedi trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ebedi looking to sit in guard and control but Verus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ebedi (10) vs (9) Verus
Ebedi has his hands on Verus's head, controlling the position. #T13#
Ebedi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ebedi (12) vs (9) Verus
Verus 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#
Verus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ebedi looking to pass the guard.
Ebedi wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving. #T14#
Ebedi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ebedi trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus working a defensive guard but Ebedi manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ebedi (15) vs (9) Verus
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Verus prevents Ebedi from moving into mount. #SUB#
Ebedi goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Verus rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ebedi's guard! Nice work there by Verus! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ebedi (15) vs (11) Verus
And that's the end of the fight!
Ebedi takes the fight on points by 15 to 11. |
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Event:
CWC 315 - Prelims
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jack McScramble!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Verus darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (0) McScramble
McScramble is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McScramble trying to control but Verus postures up.
McScramble tries to get to full guard but Verus has control of the leg.
Verus uses his free foot to push down on McScramble's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for McScramble. Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (5) vs (0) McScramble
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus trying to control but McScramble is having none of it.
McScramble tries to reverse the position but Verus maintains control.#T1#
Verus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McScramble is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McScramble really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Verus controlling the pace for now. #T2#
McScramble wants to control but Verus is having none of it.
McScramble is working to get back to half guard.
Verus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Verus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McScramble is looking to escape.
Verus controlling from mount. #T3#
McScramble wants to hold on but Verus pushes him away.
Verus will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
McScramble is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Verus locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! McScramble is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cicero Verus!
Our winner, Cicero Verus, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 311 - Trump vs Nickal
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 13 losses; Alexey Andreev!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Verus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Andreev manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Verus on his heels. He'll look to pass Verus's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Andreev
Andreev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Andreev trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andreev is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Andreev's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andreev wants to control from the top but Verus keeps moving.
Verus wants to improve his position but instead Andreev has moved into half guard.
#T1#
Andreev is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Verus! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) Andreev
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Andreev has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Andreev controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verus is trying desperately to improve position.
Andreev pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Verus is desperately trying to improve his position but Andreev has a good base and remains in mount.
Andreev is trying to control here but Verus has managed to regain half guard.
#T2#
Still in half guard, Andreev seems content to control.
Verus is trying to maintain the position but Andreev is very close to passing his half guard.
Verus is pressing down on Andreev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Andreev postures up.
Verus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Andreev postures up.
Andreev won't allow Verus to sweep him here.
Andreev looking to pass the guard.
Verus trying to keep a closed guard but Andreev is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Andreev trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom.
Andreev sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Andreev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Verus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Andreev is pushing down on Verus's leg trying to pass to half guard. Verus is fighting to maintain full guard but Andreev has managed to sneak the leg through.
Andreev seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Andreev passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Verus! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (8) Andreev#T4#
Andreev pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Andreev controlling from the full mount.
Verus is looking to get to half guard.
Andreev trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Andreev fails to advance to Verus's back.
Andreev trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T5#
Andreev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Verus is looking to improve his position but Andreev isn't that keen on the idea.
Andreev trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Verus is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Oblivion Gate, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Verus is trying to escape the mount.
Andreev controlling the pace for now. #T6#
More stalling from Andreev.
Andreev trying to control but Verus is having none of it.
Andreev wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Andreev controlling from the full mount.
Verus 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.#T7#
Verus is not content to let Andreev control the position.
Verus gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Verus throws his legs up looking for a submission but Andreev uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (11) Andreev
Verus is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.
Verus struggling a bit here.#T8#
Andreev just content to control the position.
Verus is not content to let Andreev control the position.
Verus is looking to reverse the position.
Andreev is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Verus sneaks back into half guard.#T9##SUB#
Verus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Andreev wants to pass to mount but Verus is defending the position.
Andreev is thwarting Verus's attempts to control the position.
Andreev is controlling the pace.
Verus is looking for a sweep. Andreev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T10#
Andreev content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Andreev is thwarting Verus's attempts to control the position.
Verus gets back to full guard.
Andreev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Andreev sitting in guard here, content to control.
Andreev looking to sit in guard and control but Verus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (11) Andreev
Andreev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Andreev lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (13) Andreev
Verus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Andreev is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Verus wants to sweep but no luck.
Andreev tries to free his leg and advance position but Verus is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Verus wants to improve his position here. There's a bit of a scramble and Andreev has taken Verus's back! He's locked on a rear naked choke here and Verus has been forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alexey Andreev!
A relieved looking Alexey Andreev 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:
CWC 309 - Prelims
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Lester Burnham!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Burnham shoots in and bounces Verus off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Burnham
Verus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Burnham trying to control but Verus is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Burnham drops back looking for a leg! Verus is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Verus manages to kick Burnham off! Burnham jumps back into Verus's guard.
Verus wants to sweep here but Burnham controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verus keeping full guard, as Burnham tries to pass. #T1##SUB2#
Burnham drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Verus dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (2) Burnham
Burnham is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Verus won't allow Burnham to sweep him here.
Burnham not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Burnham is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Verus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Verus is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Verus looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB2#
Burnham is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Burnham working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Verus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Verus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Burnham manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Verus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (4) Burnham
Burnham pushing down on Verus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Burnham 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. Verus tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Burnham!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lester Burnham!
After winning the bout, Lester Burnham 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:
CWC 307 - Prelims
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 16 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Verus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ortega defends it nicely.
Verus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ortega sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Verus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ortega defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cicero Verus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Verus tries for a takedown but Ortega sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Verus is defended easily by Ortega.
Ortega drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Verus defends it well.#CL2#
Ortega has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ortega gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Ortega
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ortega is trying to control. Verus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortega passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) Ortega
Ortega forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Verus (0) vs (8) Ortega#T1##SUB2#
Ortega working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Verus wants to escape the position.
Verus is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Ortega working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Ortega is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Verus defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T2##SUB2#
Ortega looking to break Verus's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Verus remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ortega will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for the choke from the back position but Verus is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for the choke from the back position but Verus is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Ortega seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Verus's chin but Verus turns very nicely into Ortega's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Verus.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (8) Ortega
Ortega working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Verus wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Verus is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Ortega has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Verus is looking to defend but Ortega has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Verus! Ortega pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Verus taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Brian Ortega!
An out of breath Brian Ortega 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:
CWC 306 - Prelims
Date: May 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 34 losses; Carlos Silverio! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Cecil Peabody and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
No luck with that takedown attempt from Verus.
Silverio appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Silverio seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Verus shoots in for a takedown but Silverio shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Silverio dives in and grabs Verus's left leg, looking for a takedown. Verus pushes down on Silverio's head and hops out.
Verus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Silverio sprawls well. Silverio wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Verus gets slowly back to his feet.
Carlos Silverio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cicero Verus.#TD2#
Verus 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: Silverio (0) vs (2) Verus
Silverio wants to improve his position but Verus is controlling well.
Verus is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Silverio reverses the position - he's now on top in Verus's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silverio (2) vs (2) Verus
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverio trying to control the position from guard on top but Verus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Silverio stays in close to Verus's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Verus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silverio gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silverio showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Our spies down at at Oblivion Gate inform us that Verus has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB#
Silverio drops back, looking for a kneebar! Verus looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Verus looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Verus! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Silverio (2) vs (6) Verus
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Silverio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silverio is trying to work for a sweep but Verus has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Silverio (2) vs (8) Verus
Silverio is trying to escape the mount.
Verus content just to control the position here.
Silverio is looking to improve his position but Verus isn't that keen on the idea.
Verus controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Verus is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Silverio has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Silverio! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silverio (4) vs (8) Verus#T3#
Verus being controlled here, momentarily.
Silverio seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Verus for as long as he can get away with.
Silverio pushing down on Verus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Verus is defending against the submission attempts here by Silverio.
Silverio is pressing down on Verus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Verus is holding on for now. #T4#
Silverio is looking to pass Verus's guard but actually Verus recovers to full guard.
Silverio advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Silverio (7) vs (8) Verus#SUB#
Silverio is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Verus is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Silverio is looking to take a break and control but Verus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Verus is trying to escape the position but Silverio is controlling the position.
Silverio wants to lay and pray for a moment but Verus keeps working. #SUB#
Silverio swings around for an armbar but Verus sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Silverio's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silverio (7) vs (10) Verus
Silverio is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Verus is stalling in the full guard. #T6#
Silverio controls Verus momentarily but Verus frees himself.
Silverio looking for a sweep. Not yet Silverio, not yet.
Verus is pushing down on Silverio's leg trying to pass to half guard. Silverio is fighting to maintain full guard but Verus has managed to sneak the leg through.
Silverio is trying to get back to full guard.
Verus stalling. #T7#
Silverio is not content to let Verus control the position.
Silverio is looking to improve his position.
Silverio is refusing to be controlled, as Verus sits in half guard.
Silverio wants to improve his position but Verus is controlling well.
Verus tries to pass to full mount but Silverio defends it. #T8#
Verus is trying to control the action in half guard but Silverio is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Verus seems to be working for a kimura but Silverio defends the submission attempt.
Silverio manages to get to full guard.
Verus postures up.
Silverio 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.#T9##SUB#
Silverio escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Verus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silverio can't keep his opponent in guard - Verus advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Silverio tries to roll over but Verus keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Verus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Verus is looking to advance position but Silverio won't allow it. #T10#
Verus is thwarting Silverio's attempts to control the position.
Silverio moves into full guard.
Silverio looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Verus puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Verus prevents Silverio from improving his position.
Verus wants to pass to mount but Silverio is defending the position.
Verus keeps trying to improve his position.#T11##SUB2#
Verus wants to work for an arm triangle but Silverio is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Verus prevents Silverio from improving his position.
Silverio is not content to let Verus control the position.
Silverio wants to get back to full guard.#T12#
Silverio manages to get to full guard.
Silverio is trying to control the position but Verus postures up.
Verus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Silverio swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Verus trying to control the position from guard on top but Silverio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Verus won't allow Silverio to sweep him here.
Silverio looking to control.
#T13#
Silverio pulls Verus in to control the position.
Verus won't allow Silverio to sweep him here.
Verus slips nicely into half guard.
Silverio is staying active underneath Verus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Silverio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silverio is trying to maintain the position but Verus is very close to passing his half guard.#T14#
Silverio trying to get back to full guard but Verus takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Silverio (7) vs (13) Verus
Verus prevents Silverio from getting the reversal.
Silverio manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Silverio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, Verus seems content to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Verus wins on points by 13 to 7.
Cicero Verus decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 139
Date: Apr 24, 2022 |
#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Merel.
Volkov slips a straight right by Merel.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Volkov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Merel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Volkov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Volkov takes a swing at Merel's ribcage but misses.
Volkov ducks under a wild hook from Merel.
Merel stuns Volkov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Volkov rushes Merel and presses him up against the cage.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Merel breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Volkov clinches up against the cage.
Merel working aggressively here.
Merel blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Volkov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Merel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Volkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Merel connects with the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Merel misses the jab.
Volkov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Merel loads up on a big right hand but Volkov slips the punch.#T1#
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Volkov throws out a counter right but Merel avoids it with no problem.
Merel circles away from the clinch attempt.
No luck for Volkov with that takedown attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Merel on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Merel seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Volkov misses with a straight right.
Merel moves away from the strike by Volkov.
Merel stuffs the takedown attempt from Volkov. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Merel is looking to counter punch.
Merel keeps the fight on the outside.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Merel with a nice cross.
A left lands for Merel.
Volkov darts in looking for a takedown but Merel gets double underhooks and turns Volkov into the cage.
Anthony Merel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Merel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2##TD2#
Merel gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Volkov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Merel bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Volkov's guard. #REVR#
Merel trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merel content to stall in guard here.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Volkov keeping full guard, as Merel tries to pass.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Merel from controlling successfully.
Merel stands up over Volkov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
Merel tries to free his leg and advance position but Volkov is retaining full guard.
Volkov wants to sweep but no luck.
Volkov is looking to sweep but instead, Merel has passed into half guard.
Merel missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Volkov wants to improve his position but Merel is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merel is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
Ground and pound from Merel.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Merel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkov is staying active underneath Merel, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Volkov is trying to get back to full guard.
Volkov gets full guard.#SUB2#
Volkov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Merel cracks Volkov with a solid left hand.
Merel postures up.
#SUB2#
Volkov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Merel has passed into half guard!
Volkov is in trouble now - Merel has advanced to mount!
The referee warns Volkov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Merel has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Volkov's face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Merel dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A slow jab from Merel misses its intended target.
Volkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Merel.
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Merel misses with a looping right.
Volkov scores with a sloppy right hand. Merel should have avoided that one.
Merel misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Volkov counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Merel actively working from the bottom here.
Ground and pound from Volkov. #SUB#
Merel looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel moves into full guard.
Volkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Merel's head.#T1#
Volkov connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Volkov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Volkov passes Merel's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Anthony Merel overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Merel is pressing down on Volkov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Merel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merel looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Merel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Volkov defends it easily.
Volkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2##SUB2#
Volkov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Volkov works over Merel with some ground and pound from guard.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Merel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
Volkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Merel pulls Volkov in to control the position. #SUB#
Merel looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Merel wants to sweep here but Volkov controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Merel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merel is trying to keep Volkov in close.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Merel throws a lazy uppercut
and Volkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A decent looking cross lands there for Volkov.
Merel is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Volkov has a takedown stuffed.
Merel was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Merel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov shoots in for a double leg but Merel sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Anthony Merel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Merel misses with a jab to the body
and Volkov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice cross by Volkov.#T4#
Merel displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up with Merel, looking for a takedown. Volkov pushes Merel against the cage but Merel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Merel is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Merel swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2#
and Volkov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Merel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Merel misses with a body punch.
Merel scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Volkov manages to break the clinch.
Merel just misses with a punch to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Volkov.
Merel connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Merel appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Merel takes a swing at Volkov's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov 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#
Volkov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Volkov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Volkov lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Volkov.
Volkov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Merel.
Merel tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
Still in the clinch, Merel scores with a nice short uppercut.
Volkov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Volkov fails to land.
Volkov can't find room to land a body shot as Merel controls the action.
Merel wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Good body shot from Merel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Merel.
Merel lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Volkov is stalling here.
Volkov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Volkov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1#
Merel misses with a short punch on the inside.
Volkov wants to stall.
Merel lands a hook that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
Volkov lands a body punch.
Volkov wants to stall.
Volkov tries a body shot but Merel blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Merel creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Volkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Merel gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Volkov manages to break the clinch.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Merel.
Volkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Merel counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Merel misses with a body shot.
A big left from Merel misses.
Merel misses with a right hand
letting Volkov counter with a right hand.
Volkov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little feinted left hand from Merel on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Volkov fails with the takedown.
Merel throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
Merel throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
Merel misses with a wild body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Merel swivels and escapes.
Anthony Merel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Merel moves forwards but Volkov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Volkov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice uppercut there from Volkov.#T3#
Merel displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
Good shot there by Merel.
Volkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Merel manages to avoid it.
Merel misses with an uppercut
letting Volkov counter with a right hand.
Volkov looks to land a right hand but Merel moved out of range.#TD2#
Volkov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Merel quickly recovers to half guard.
Merel trying to hold on to Volkov's head to control him but Volkov postures up.
Merel gets full guard.#SUB#
Merel throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Volkov landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Volkov is posturing up here but Merel has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Volkov tries to roll out but it's too tight and Volkov has to tap! Slick submission there by Merel!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anthony Merel!
Anthony Merel thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 131
Date: Mar 27, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Volkov moves into the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sitsongrit. #BC#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
Sitsongrit sizes up Volkov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Volkov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
and Volkov counters with a stiff right hand.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Volkov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#CL#
Sitsongrit has Volkov up against the cage in a clinch.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
Volkov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short right from Volkov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
Volkov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Volkov tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Volkov back against the cage. #T1#
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Volkov misses with a body punch.
Volkov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Volkov has Sitsongrit pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sitsongrit manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit is leaning against Volkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Volkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Sitsongrit shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Volkov.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Volkov is leaning against Sitsongrit and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Volkov misses with the head strike.
#T2#
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is working Volkov over against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit gets underhooks to prevent Volkov's takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit cracks Volkov with a nice body shot.
Volkov looks winded!
Sitsongrit is working Volkov over against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Volkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
A short left from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
Sitsongrit pushes Volkov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Sitsongrit on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the side of the head.
Volkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Sitsongrit manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Volkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Volkov wants a takedown.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov is working Sitsongrit over against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Volkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
Volkov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Volkov fails to land.
Volkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sitsongrit prevents it.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit pushes Volkov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand into Volkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Volkov's gas tank.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Sitsongrit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Volkov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Volkov wants to counter with a clinch but Sitsongrit pushes him away.
Sitsongrit wants to land a leg kick but Volkov is out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sitsongrit.
A lazy left from Sitsongrit finds it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Volkov saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit lands with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Volkov takes one to the side of the head.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit. #CL2#
Volkov rushes Sitsongrit and presses him up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Volkov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit prevents Volkov from breaking the clinch.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Volkov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Volkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A hook to the body from Sitsongrit.
Volkov throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Volkov has Sitsongrit pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sitsongrit manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Volkov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Sitsongrit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#BC#
Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Sitsongrit lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit tests Volkov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sitsongrit sizes up Volkov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Volkov tries to clinch but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Volkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Volkov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Volkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Volkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.
Volkov takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
#T3#
Volkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit defends well and Volkov ends up having to push Sitsongrit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Volkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Volkov tries to clinch
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Volkov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Volkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice right hand.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov moves to clinch but Sitsongrit breaks away
and Sitsongrit counters with a left to the body.
Sitsongrit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Sitsongrit lands with a nice body punch.
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!
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Volkov ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit connects with an inside leg kick.
Volkov misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit walks into a stiff left hand from Volkov.
Sitsongrit is looking to score with low kicks.
Volkov throws a lazy right hand but Sitsongrit sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.
Sitsongrit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Volkov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Volkov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Volkov avoids the punch easily.
Volkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Volkov looks to clinch
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit leaves Volkov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Volkov at a distance.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sitsongrit as he avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit throws a quick counter kick to the body but Volkov avoids it.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Volkov.
Sitsongrit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Volkov misses with a left hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown attempt from Volkov. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Petsuwan Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.#TD2#
Volkov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sitsongrit's half guard.
Sitsongrit is looking to escape.
Sitsongrit is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Volkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Volkov's back!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Volkov's body.
#T1#
A lull in the action here.
Volkov trying to control the position but Sitsongrit manages to sink in the hooks.
Sitsongrit biding his time, looking for the opening.
Sitsongrit continues to stall.
Volkov tries to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Sitsongrit really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Volkov.#T3#
Sitsongrit trying to control.
What can Volkov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov is trying to break free.
Sitsongrit controlling the position well here. Volkov rolled but Sitsongrit kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Volkov wants to escape the position.
Sitsongrit controls the position.#T4#
Sitsongrit's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Volkov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SU#
Sitsongrit is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Volkov shoots in but Sitsongrit avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Volkov misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Sitsongrit connects with a crisp jab.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Sitsongrit scores with a leg kick.
Volkov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petsuwan Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sitsongrit has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petsuwan Sitsongrit! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 119
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Volkov avoids the head kick by Cruz.
Volkov scores with a shot to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Volkov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Cruz misses with a looping right.
Cruz throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
Volkov tries to clinch but Cruz moves out of range.
Cruz misses with a looping right.
Dom Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Cruz. Those never looked like landing.
Cruz throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Volkov's head.
Cruz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Volkov pinned against the cage. Volkov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Cruz fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Volkov rushes Cruz and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cruz.
Volkov gets through Cruz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Cruz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cruz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Volkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cruz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A punch combination from Volkov misses.
Cruz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cruz misses with a takedown attempt
and Volkov counters with a nice body shot.
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up with Cruz, looking for a takedown. Volkov pushes Cruz against the cage but Cruz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cruz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Volkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cruz throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
Nice shot by Cruz.
Volkov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cruz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cruz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cruz fails to land the takedown.
Cruz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cruz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
Volkov dodges the punch combination from Cruz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cruz cracks Volkov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Cruz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Volkov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Volkov avoids the head kick by Cruz.
Volkov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD#
Volkov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Cruz looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
You can see the frustration on Cruz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Volkov cracks Cruz with a big elbow.
Cruz is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cruz is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Volkov off and has taken his back!
Cruz has Volkov flattened out and is raining down punches.
Volkov tries to roll but Cruz sticks to his back.
Cruz lands shots from the back. #T3#
Volkov rolls, trying to escape but Cruz keeps control of the position.
Volkov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Cruz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Volkov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Cruz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Volkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Volkov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cruz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Cruz working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz is pushing down on Volkov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Volkov is fighting to maintain full guard but Cruz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cruz thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Volkov's head.
Cruz working the head and body with strikes.
Cruz wants to pass to mount but Volkov is defending the position. #T4#
Cruz wants to take a breather but Volkov is having none of it. #SUB#
Volkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cruz pulls his head out easily.
Cruz trying to mount his opponent but Volkov defends it.
Cruz is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
Volkov gets full guard.
Cruz wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving.
Volkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Volkov, not yet.
Cruz trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dom Cruz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
The fighters circling - Volkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cruz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Cruz dips to his left and cracks Volkov with an uppercut!
Cruz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Volkov throws a hook but Cruz avoids it easily.
Cruz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Volkov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cruz.
Volkov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cruz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Volkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Cruz, which made it look bad.
Cruz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Cruz throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Cruz shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Volkov eats them both and turns towards Cruz to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Cruz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Cruz tries to close the distance and clinch but Volkov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cruz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Volkov on the side of the head.
Volkov needs to keep his hands up - Cruz had a free shot at his head there.
Volkov moves in looking to clinch but Cruz pushes him off.
Nice shot lands for Volkov.
Cruz goes for a double leg but Volkov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Volkov continues to drive forward.
Cruz throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
Cruz looks to land a left hand but Volkov moved out of range nicely.
Volkov feinted with a counter takedown.
Cruz scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cruz trying to control the position.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Cruz looking to control.
#T2#
Volkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Cruz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Volkov postures up.
Volkov passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Volkov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cruz, who protects the arm well.
Volkov working the body and head with strikes.
Cruz tries to buck Volkov off but Volkov is having none of it.
Cruz parries the strikes from Volkov easily there. Volkov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Cruz to escape.
Cruz wants to control but Volkov postures up.
Volkov working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Volkov working the head with strikes.
Volkov landing a few strikes.
Cruz wants to control but Volkov postures up.
Volkov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov working away.
Cruz tries to improve position but can't.
Volkov grinds an elbow into Cruz's temple. #SUB#
Volkov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cruz is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cruz takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Volkov cracks Cruz with a big elbow. #T4#
Cruz is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ground and pound from Volkov. #SUB#
Volkov seems to be looking for submissions.
Cruz wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy.
Cruz works his way to full guard. Good work.
Cruz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Cruz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cruz keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
Cruz is trying to control the position but Volkov postures up.
Volkov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Cruz swings widly with a right hand
#CL#
and Volkov moves into the clinch.
Volkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cruz is defending well.
Cruz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cruz.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Cruz lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Cruz.
Volkov taking a breather.
Cruz presses Volkov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Cruz takes a shot to the head.
Cruz misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov misses with the head strike.
Cruz is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cruz struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
A short right from Volkov on the inside.
Cruz lands a body shot.
Volkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cruz is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Volkov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cruz backwards.
Cruz tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Cruz back against the cage.
Cruz struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Volkov wants a takedown but no success here.
Cruz is leaning against Volkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cruz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cruz tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Cruz.
Volkov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Volkov is looking to control Cruz's arms but Cruz gets an underhook and turns him. Now Volkov has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Cruz manages to break the clinch.
Cruz throws a big shot that misses.
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cruz.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cruz but Cruz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Cruz throws a body punch but Volkov moves out of range.
Cruz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T2#
Cruz throws a leg kick but Volkov sees it coming and moves out of range. #TD#
Cruz tries to sprawl but Volkov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cruz is trying to maintain the position but Volkov is very close to passing his half guard.
Volkov 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.
Cruz wants to get back to full guard.
Cruz gets full guard.
Cruz is pulling down on Volkov's head. It's preventing any offense from Volkov, at least for the moment.
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Volkov cracks Cruz with a solid left hand.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Cruz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
Cruz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Cruz trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Volkov 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#
Cruz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Volkov is working away from the top position though.
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Cruz trying to control from the bottom.
Volkov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Volkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Cruz with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Cruz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Volkov is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Volkov trying to mount his opponent but Cruz defends it.
Volkov is thwarting Cruz's attempts to control the position.
Volkov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Cruz is looking for a sweep. Volkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but Cruz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cruz wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Volkov is trying to control the action in half guard but Cruz is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ivan Volkov.
I think Volkov 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
Our winner, Ivan Volkov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 110
Date: Jan 14, 2022 |
#R1#
Petrov thuds his right hand into Volkov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Volkov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Petrov looks to throw the jab but Volkov is out of range.
A leg kick checked by Volkov.
Petrov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Volkov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Petrov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Volkov scrambles back to his feet.
Nice cross by Petrov.
Petrov swinging wildly here.
Volkov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Volkov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Petrov!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov looking to control but instead Petrov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Volkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Petrov keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petrov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Volkov. #T1##SUB2#
Volkov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Petrov tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Volkov lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Volkov 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.
Petrov trying to hold on to Volkov's head to control him but Volkov postures up.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Petrov is holding on to half guard well.
Petrov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Volkov is working away from the top position though.
Volkov is trying to control the action in half guard but Petrov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Volkov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Petrov defending well though. #SUB2#
Volkov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Petrov tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.#T3#
Volkov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Petrov defending well though.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Volkov throwing shots but Petrov is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Volkov wants to work for an arm triangle but Petrov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Volkov working Petrov over with strikes.
Volkov working Petrov over with strikes.
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Volkov misses with a head shot. Petrov uses the momentum to regain guard. #T4#
Petrov keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Volkov trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom.
Volkov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Petrov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Volkov looks for a takedown but Petrov sprawls well.
Petrov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Volkov scores with a sloppy right hand. Petrov should have avoided that one.
Volkov slips under a jab from Petrov.
Petrov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Volkov counters with a right hand to the body.
Petrov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Petrov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Petrov sprawls well. Petrov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Petrov is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Volkov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Volkov drops his hands momentarily and Petrov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Petrov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Volkov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Volkov.
Aaron Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov throws an overhand right that lands on Petrov's shoulder, as Petrov tries to avoid the shot.
Volkov slips under a jab from Petrov.
Volkov moves away from the strike by Petrov.
Petrov cracks Volkov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A shot to the liver by Volkov. Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
Volkov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Volkov throwing strikes but missing.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Petrov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Volkov throws a strike but Petrov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Volkov controls Petrov momentarily but Petrov frees himself.
Petrov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Volkov looking for subs off his back but Petrov has passed one foot through into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Petrov trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Volkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Volkov won't allow Petrov to pass to mount.
Volkov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Volkov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Volkov is continuing to stall.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Petrov postures up.
Petrov passes Volkov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Petrov in particular looking to stall.
Petrov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Volkov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Petrov prevents Volkov from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Aaron Petrov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Petrov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Petrov throws a right hand that Volkov ducks under and follows up with a left that Volkov also avoids with ease.
Petrov throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
Petrov misses with a straight left.
Volkov fails with the takedown
and Petrov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Volkov fails to land the takedown.
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up with Petrov, looking for a takedown. Volkov pushes Petrov against the cage but Petrov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Aaron Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov misses with a hook.
Volkov connects with a right hand. Petrov shakes it off.#CL2#
Petrov gets tackled into the cage by Volkov. Volkov maintains the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Volkov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T1#
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Volkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Volkov preventing the sweep.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving.
Volkov postures up.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Petrov keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Petrov misses with the combination.
A big right from Petrov misses.
Volkov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Petrov scores with a hook.#CL2#
Volkov has Petrov up against the cage in a clinch.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Volkov controls the action.
Petrov working aggressively here.
Volkov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Petrov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Volkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Volkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
A short right from Petrov on the inside.
Petrov has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
#T3#
Petrov throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Volkov lands a takedown into guard.
Petrov working a defensive guard here.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from Petrov.
Petrov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Petrov wants to sweep but no luck.
Volkov postures up and lands a big shot to Petrov's brow.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving.
Petrov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Petrov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Petrov scores with a decent looking hook.
Petrov with a jab.
Petrov misses with a hook.
Good leg kick by Petrov.
Petrov misses with a looping left.
Nice takedown defense from Petrov. No joy for Volkov on that attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aaron Petrov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Petrov 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Aaron Petrov!
Aaron Petrov got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
OFK 150 - Temirov Vs Power
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Volkov clinches.
Draven is pushing Volkov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2#
Draven manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Volkov drives through and clinches with Draven against the cage.
Draven misses with a knee strike.
Draven presses Volkov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Draven wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Volkov has him pressed against the cage.
Volkov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Draven or not. #BC2#
Draven manages to break the clinch.
Draven takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Draven misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Draven displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Draven slips a jab from Volkov.
Volkov looks to clinch
and Draven counters with a head kick. That will keep Volkov thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #T1#
Volkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Draven avoids it really well and circles away.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Draven throws a head kick that Volkov semi-blocks.
Draven takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Volkov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Draven misses with a few strikes there.
Draven throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Volkov misses.
Draven let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Eric Draven is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov lands with a nice body punch.
Draven tries to clinch up but Volkov circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Volkov misses with a jab to the body
#CL2#
and Draven holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Come on Draven - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Volkov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Draven wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Volkov has him pressed against the cage.
Volkov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Volkov leaning against his opponent.
The referee is keeping an eye on Draven - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Volkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Draven tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Volkov avoids it.
Draven 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.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Draven is pushing Volkov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Draven. #T3#
Draven lands a nice uppercut.
Draven putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Volkov in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Draven throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Draven blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Draven is struggling to control the position.
Volkov struggles to land a body shot inside as Draven controls his hands.
Volkov controlling the action here for a moment.
Draven stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Draven is trying to force a seperation but Volkov has the dominant position.
Volkov stalls.
Draven is looking to break free of the clinch but Volkov has double underhooks. #T4#
Draven just leaning against Volkov, taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Volkov.
I was talking to Volkov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Draven stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Draven prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
Volkov misses with the head strike.
Draven pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Draven tries to land knees in the clinch but Volkov avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Draven breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Volkov blocks a head kick by Draven.
Volkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Draven defends well and Volkov ends up having to push Draven into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Draven breaks the clinch.
Draven dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Draven dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Draven lands a front kick.
Volkov moves in looking to clinch but Draven pushes him off.
Volkov looks to score with a jab to the body but Draven is just out of range.
Volkov digs a good body shot into Draven's ribs.
Volkov connects with a body shot.
Draven throws out a leg kick but Volkov moves out of range and Draven only half commits.
Volkov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Draven sprawls and moves away.
Volkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Draven manages to avoid it.
Draven ducks under a wild hook from Volkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Volkov has Draven up against the cage in a clinch.
Draven is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Volkov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Draven scores with a nice hook to the head.
Draven tries to circle away but Volkov has him pinned against the cage.
Volkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Draven's elbow.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Volkov lands a left hand.
Volkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Draven is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Draven is trying to break the clinch but Volkov has him pressed against the cage.
Volkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Draven uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov just leaning against Draven, taking a breather.
Volkov avoiding damage.
Draven working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Volkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Draven is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Draven manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Volkov tries to break the clinch but Draven is controlling the position. #T2#
A bit of stalling here from Volkov.
Volkov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Draven is trying to break free.
Volkov has Draven pushed against the cage.
Draven prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2#
Draven breaks from the clinch.
Volkov is looking to wear down Draven with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Volkov throws a big shot that misses.
Volkov misses with a body shot
and Draven counters with an outside leg kick.
Volkov misses with an uppercut.
Volkov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Volkov misses with a hook
#CL2#
and Draven holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3##BC2#
Draven manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Draven closes the distance and clinches.
Draven has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Volkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Draven gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Volkov is stalling here.
Volkov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Draven is stalling here.
Draven lands a left hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Volkov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Volkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Draven bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Volkov's head.#T4#
Volkov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Draven fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Draven misses with a head kick.
Volkov with a nice cross.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Draven tries to sprawl out of it but Volkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Draven manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Draven wants to counter with a clinch but Volkov pushes him away.
Draven moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL#
Volkov clinches up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkov misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Eric Draven will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Draven napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Draven explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Volkov misses with a right hand
and Draven counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #TD#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Draven napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Draven is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Volkov is controlling him well.
Volkov controls the position from side control.
Draven is trying to get back to his feet.
Volkov scores with punches from side control. #T1#
Draven is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Volkov is controlling him well.
Volkov working the head and body with strikes.
Volkov working the ground and pound but Draven is defending the strikes.
Volkov scores with punches from side control.
Volkov 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.
Volkov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Draven some visible discomfort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Draven is pushing Volkov's head away, looking to escape. Volkov manages to hold on to the position though.
Draven is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Draven is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Volkov off and has taken his back!
Draven gets his hands free as Volkov looks to control.
Volkov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Draven is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Volkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Draven.
Draven is just content to waste time from the top position. Volkov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T2#
Volkov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Draven passes Volkov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Draven is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Volkov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Draven has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov tries to hold on but Draven pushes him away. #T3#
Draven wants to control the pace but Volkov is squirming around nicely.
Volkov working to try and regain half guard.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Eric Draven is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Volkov tries to hold on but Draven postures up.
Draven pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Volkov is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Draven controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Draven is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Volkov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Volkov tries to reverse the position but Draven maintains control.
Draven sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Volkov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Draven. What's that going to do exactly?
Volkov has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eric Draven comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Draven 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Draven!
Eric Draven managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, KOMBAT KLOTHING, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
OFK 144 - Volkov Vs Temirov
Date: Nov 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Volkov misses with a wild combination.
Temirov scores with a jab to the jaw.
A jab from Temirov misses.
Volkov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Temirov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Temirov moves out of range as Volkov strikes.#TD#
Volkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Temirov did well to prevent Volkov getting side control.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but Temirov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Volkov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Temirov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Volkov controlling the action here.
Temirov looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Volkov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Temirov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
so Volkov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Temirov wants to stand and escape but Volkov is having none of it.
Volkov postures up in Temirov's guard and throws a big left but Temirov blocks it.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Temirov blocks nicely.
Volkov trying to control but Temirov is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Volkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but Temirov is keeping the position.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Volkov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Volkov 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.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temirov.
Temirov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Volkov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Temirov works over Volkov's head and body with a nice combination.
Volkov moves away from the strike by Temirov.
Temirov moves into range and connects with a jab.
No joy there for Temirov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Volkov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Temirov throws a series of punches but Volkov avoids them all with ease.
Volkov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Temirov throws a series of punches but Volkov moves out of range.
Temirov throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
Temirov looks to land a combination but Volkov avoids it well.
Volkov avoids the body shot from Temirov.
Volkov is looking to counter the offense by Temirov and move into the clinch.
A slow jab from Temirov misses its intended target.
Temirov throws a body punch but Volkov moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temirov scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Volkov dives in and grabs Temirov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Temirov pushes down on Volkov's head and hops out.
Temirov looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.#T4#
A slapping leg kick lands for Temirov.
Temirov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Temirov throws out a loose jab but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Temirov.
Temirov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Volkov moves into the clinch.
Volkov taking a breather.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Volkov seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Volkov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The referee calls for Volkov to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD#
Volkov shoots in and gets a takedown into Temirov's guard.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Temirov keeps moving.
Volkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Temirov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Volkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Temirov's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov prevents Temirov from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Volkov is stalling in the full guard.
Volkov 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.
Temirov keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Volkov is working Temirov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #ES2#
Temirov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Volkov is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Volkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Temirov is defending well.
Volkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Temirov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T2##CL#
Volkov darts in and clinches Temirov up against the cage.
Volkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Temirov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Temirov breaks from the clinch.
Ruslan Temirov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Temirov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Temirov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Volkov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Temirov works over Volkov's head and body with a nice combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Temirov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Temirov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Temirov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Volkov. Volkov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Volkov tries to clinch up.
Temirov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Temirov scores with a decent looking hook.
Temirov takes a swing at Volkov's ribcage but misses.
Left hook, right uppercut from Temirov.
Temirov misses with a body shot.
Temirov throws a leg kick which misses Volkov's front leg but catches the back leg as Volkov tries to avoid it.
Volkov dives in for a single leg takedown but Temirov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It seemed like Temirov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Volkov has Temirov pressed against the cage, preventing Temirov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Volkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Temirov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Temirov.
Volkov is trying to drag Temirov to the mat but Temirov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Volkov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
A frustrated look appears on Temirov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Volkov is trying to force a seperation but Temirov has the dominant position.
Volkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Temirov is defending well.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Temirov is trying to force a seperation but Volkov has the dominant position.
Volkov lands a body punch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Temirov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Volkov taking a breather.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov 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!#R3#
Jab by Volkov.
Volkov tries to clinch there but Temirov circles away.
Volkov slips under a jab from Temirov.
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temirov.
Volkov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Volkov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD#
Volkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Temirov did well to prevent Volkov getting side control.
Volkov is taking a breather. Temirov 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.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet.
Volkov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Temirov is refusing to be controlled, as Volkov sits in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura here.
Temirov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Volkov trying to control from half guard but Temirov is working away.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Temirov dodges it nicely.
Volkov stops Temirov from getting back to his feet.
Temirov is staying active underneath Volkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ground and pound from Volkov.
Volkov looks to land a strike but Temirov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Volkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Temirov keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Temirov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Volkov controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Some wild striking there from Temirov.
Temirov misses with a straight left.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Volkov moves in looking to clinch but Temirov pushes him off.
Volkov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Temirov momentarily.
Volkov goes for a double leg but Temirov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Temirov continues to drive forward.
Volkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Volkov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Volkov can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Temirov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Temirov lands a jab to Volkov's midsection.
Temirov looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.
Temirov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Volkov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temirov throws out the jab.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Temirov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Volkov.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Volkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temirov.
Volkov defending well as Temirov loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Temirov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Volkov's head.
Temirov misses with a double jab.
Volkov works the jab nicely.
Temirov scores with a three punch combo!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temirov throws a shot to the body.
Temirov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Volkov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Volkov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Temirov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Volkov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Temirov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Volkov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov really 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.#R4#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Temirov but Temirov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
As Volkov backs off Temirov throws a huge counter combo but Volkov manages to avoid it all.
Temirov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Volkov tries for a takedown but Temirov circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Temirov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Volkov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Volkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A punch combination from Temirov misses.
Temirov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Volkov cracks a nice hook into Temirov's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Temirov pinned against the cage. Temirov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Temirov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice uppercut there from Volkov.#T1##TD#
Volkov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Volkov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Temirov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Volkov with the ground and pound but Temirov uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Temirov wants to stand and escape but Volkov is having none of it.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Temirov blocks nicely.
Volkov is looking to pass into half guard but Temirov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Temirov is in guard.#REVB##T2##SU2#
Temirov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Volkov staying out of range there.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Volkov.
A little jabbing left from Temirov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Volkov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A nice side step and Temirov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Temirov throws out a loose jab but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
No joy there for Temirov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A left and a right from Temirov both land. Nice combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temirov takes a swing at Volkov's ribcage but misses.
Volkov throwing a counter right hand but Temirov manages to avoid it.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Temirov as he jumps to the side.
Temirov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Volkov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Volkov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#CL#
Volkov has managed to clinch.
#T3#
Volkov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Temirov is trying to force a seperation but Volkov has the dominant position.
Temirov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
#TD#
Volkov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov wants to advance to full mount but Temirov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Temirov keeps moving.
Volkov forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Volkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Temirov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Volkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Temirov keeps working.
Volkov works his way into full mount!
Volkov lands a couple of good shots and Temirov has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Temirov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Temirov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Temirov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Volkov is looking to clinch but Temirov is avoiding it.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Temirov swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Volkov gets a double leg takedown into Temirov's guard.
Temirov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Volkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Temirov is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Temirov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Volkov throws a strike but Temirov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T1##SUB#
Volkov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Temirov escapes and throws Volkov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Volkov struggling a bit here.
Volkov tries to buck Temirov off but Temirov is having none of it.
Temirov wants to stand but Volkov is controlling his arm.
Volkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Volkov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Volkov actively working from the bottom here.
Volkov tries to roll over but Temirov keeps him under control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Volkov trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov checks the leg kick.
Temirov lands a jab to the nose.
Volkov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Temirov pinned against the cage. Temirov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Temirov looks to throw the jab but Volkov is out of range.
Temirov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Volkov moves away.
Temirov misses with a double jab.
#TD#
Volkov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Temirov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC2#
Temirov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Temirov with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temirov misses with a double jab.
Volkov checks a leg kick nicely.
Volkov lands a nice looking body shot.
Temirov connects with a jab.
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Temirov takes one to the side of the head.
Volkov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temirov throws out the jab.
Volkov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Volkov misses with an uppercut. Temirov saw that one coming.
Temirov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Temirov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of Volkov's head but Volkov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ruslan Temirov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Temirov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 45:50
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 45:50
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruslan Temirov!
Ruslan Temirov is the new featherweight champion!
Ruslan Temirov took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, KOMBAT KLOTHING for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
OFK 137 -
Date: Oct 30, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Power darts in and clinches Volkov up against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Power.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
Power blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Volkov looking for a takedown.
A short left from Volkov.
Volkov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Powers head.
A short left from Power.
Power lands a hook that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Volkov has Power pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Power manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Power tries to land knees in the clinch but Volkov avoids the damage to the body.
Volkov is trying to maintain a safe position but Power gets an underhook and turns Volkov into the cage.
Volkov is leaning against Power and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Power misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Volkov.
Volkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hook to the body lands for Volkov.
#T1#
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Volkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Power pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
Volkov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Volkov can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
Power lands with a left to the head.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Power prevents it.
Power lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards. #BC2#
Volkov manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Power fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Volkov, pushing him back against the cage.
Power lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power gets underhooks to prevent Volkov's takedown attempt.
Volkov tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power lands a nice knee to the body.
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!
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Power tries to work over Volkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Volkov wants a takedown but no success here.
Power softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Power.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Volkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Power is pressed up against the cage. Volkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Power down to the mat. Power avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Power cracks Volkov with an open hand slap.
Volkov throws a hook to the side of Power's head but Power sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Power throwing a counter right hand but Volkov manages to avoid it.
A jab from Volkov misses.
Power fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Volkov checks it well. #CL2#
Volkov pushes Power up against the cage in a clinch.
Power prevents a body shot from Volkov.
Power working aggressively here.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Power lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Volkov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power lands with a right to the head. #T3#
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Power tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Volkov.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Volkov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Power seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Volkov can turn it around.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Volkov is working for takedown but Power is calmly controlling the position for now.
Volkov lands a hook that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Volkov tries a body shot but Power blocks it.
Power gets through Volkov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Volkov lands a body punch in the clinch. #TD2#
Volkov has clasped his hands together around Power's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power pushes Volkov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Volkov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Power is looking to regain half guard here but Volkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Power is trying to buck Volkov off.#T4#
Volkov wants to control but Power is keeping him busy.
Power knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Volkov on the ground.
Volkov in side control, throwing shots but Power defends.
Power wants to control but Volkov postures up.
Power is trying to get back to his feet.
Volkov misses with the ground and pound.
Volkov looking to control but instead Power has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Power is trying to get back to full guard.
Power is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Alpha Brasil that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Volkov lands with a punch from half guard.
Volkov passes to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Irish Power dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Volkov sizes up Power with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Power throws a good cross that connects.
Power lands a really nice looking cross but Volkov seems unphased.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Volkov darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Volkov into the cage.
Volkov slips a jab from Power.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Volkov tries to move into range but Power moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Power tries to clinch there but Volkov circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Volkov.
Power works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Power sprawls well. Power wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Volkov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Power throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.
Volkov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Volkov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.
Power circles away from the clinch attempt.
Power wants to land a leg kick but Volkov is out of range.
Volkov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Power listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Power has closed the distance and engaged Volkov in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Volkov.
Power throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2#
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Volkov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Volkov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Volkov blocks an elbow strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Volkov.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
Power lands an uppercut.
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!
Nice body punch from Volkov - that landed with a thud.
#BC2#
Volkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Power tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Power connects with an inside leg kick.
Volkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Volkov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Irish Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Power lands with a cross. #T3#
Nice takedown defense from Power. No joy for Volkov on that attempt.
Volkov takes one on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Volkov misses the target.
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Power.
Volkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Power has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Power lands a jab.
Power scores with a jab. Volkov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Volkov scores with a punch to the head.
Power misses with a jab, cross combination.
Power misses with a hook. Volkov ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Volkov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD2#
Power gets caught flat footed, as Volkov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
Volkov pushing down on Power's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #ES#
Power manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Volkov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Irish Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Volkov can't find room to land a body shot as Power controls the action.
Volkov has Power pressed against the cage.
Power tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD2#
Volkov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Power wants to get back to his feet.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Volkov trying to mount his opponent but Power defends it.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Volkov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Irish Power dominated that second 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.#R3##CL2#
Volkov has Power up against the cage in a clinch.
Power is pressed up against the cage. Volkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Power down to the mat. Power avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Volkov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Power.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Power swings widly with a right hand
and Volkov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Volkov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Volkov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov cracks Power with a big right hand but Power just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Volkov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Power is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T1#
Volkov controlling from side mount.
Power bucks up and tries to throw Volkov off but instead Volkov has got his back!
Power tries to escape but Volkov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Even with his hooks in, Volkov manages to miss with strikes from the back. #SUB2#
Power is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T2##SUB2#
Volkov working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Power is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Volkov has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Power taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov is the new featherweight champion!
Ivan Volkov 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:
OFK 130 -
Date: Oct 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Donde misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Volkov darts in and clinches Donde up against the cage.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Donde has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Volkov after a bit of a struggle.
Volkov is stalling here.
Volkov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Donde prevents a body shot from Volkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Donde gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Volkov trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Volkov actively working from the bottom here.
Volkov gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Donde has gone for a leg lock! Volkov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Donde's guard.#REVB##T1#
Volkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Donde's head.
Volkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Donde's head.#SUB#
Donde is looking for a triangle but Volkov pushes his legs off easily.
Volkov distracts Donde with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Volkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Donde keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
Donde is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Catch Wrestling L.A. that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB#
Donde working for a triangle but Volkov defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Donde is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Volkov trying to control but Donde is working from the bottom. #T2#
Volkov landing with the ground and pound.
Volkov distracts Donde with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Volkov advances position into side control!
Volkov working the ground and pound.
Donde is looking to regain half guard here but Volkov keeps moving and retains side control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Volkov working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Donde gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Donde looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Donde on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Donde is not content to let Volkov control the position.#T3#
Volkov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Donde!
Volkov scoring with strikes but Donde is staying in there.
Donde really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Volkov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Volkov lands with some strikes.
Donde is looking to improve his position but Volkov isn't that keen on the idea.
Donde regains half guard.
Volkov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Volkov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Volkov working Donde over with strikes.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donde has hold of Volkov's hands but Volkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Volkov working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Donde is trying to get back to full guard.
Volkov working the head and body with strikes.
Volkov slips a nice elbow through Donde's hands, connecting with Donde's forehead.#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Donde looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Donde taking some punishment here, with Volkov in his half guard.
Donde has hold of Volkov's hands but Volkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Donde actively working from the bottom here.
Volkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Donde with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Volkov working over Donde with some ground and pound. Donde looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Donde looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Donde is breathing heavily.
Donde has hold of Volkov's hands but Volkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up with Donde, looking for a takedown. Volkov pushes Donde against the cage but Donde circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Donde drops down looking for a counter takedown but Volkov sprawls and moves away.
Volkov takes a swing at Donde's ribcage but misses.
Volkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Donde walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#TD2#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into Donde's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Volkov distracts Donde with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Volkov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Volkov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Donde is bucking up trying to escape but Volkov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Donde working to try and regain half guard.
Volkov raining down shots from the mount!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donde manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Donde looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Donde is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Volkov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Donde is having none of it.
Donde makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Donde.
Volkov forces his way into half guard.
Donde is staying active underneath Volkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Volkov lands strikes from half guard.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but Donde defending well. #SUB#
Donde is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Volkov pulls his head out easily.
Volkov working over Donde with some ground and pound. Donde looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nice strikes from Volkov there. #SUB#
Donde actively working from the bottom here.
Volkov wants to pass to mount but Donde is defending the position. #T2##SUB#
Donde has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Volkov escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Volkov!
Donde is looking to regain half guard here but Volkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Volkov trying to control the position but Donde is working away.
Donde is looking to regain half guard here but Volkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Volkov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Donde working to try and regain half guard.
Donde is working hard here to advance position.
Volkov raining down shots from the mount!
Volkov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Donde can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#T3#
Volkov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Volkov lands with some strikes.#SUB2#
Volkov looking for a guillotine from mount but Donde is having none of it.
Donde is wriggling around trying to escape.
Donde is in a horrible position here. Volkov smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Volkov tries to control but Donde wriggling away.
Volkov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Donde can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#SUB2#
Volkov has hold of Donde's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Donde manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Donde tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Volkov lands a nice shot to the head.
Donde is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov trying to control but Donde is having none of it.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Volkov scoring with strikes but Donde is staying in there.
Volkov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Volkov breaks from Donde's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Donde is looking to improve his position but Volkov isn't that keen on the idea.
Volkov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Volkov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Volkov landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#Donde is rocked!
Volkov lands a couple of good shots and Donde has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Oh Donde is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Volkov is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Donde. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Donde tries to escape but Volkov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Volkov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Well, with Volkov on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Donde is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Volkov scores with punches from the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3##CL2#
Volkov rushes Donde and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Donde tries for a takedown but Volkov manages to get underhooks.
Donde seems to have got his legs back now.#BC2#
Volkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Volkov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Donde moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Donde changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Donde tries to sprawl out of it but Volkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Donde manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good exchange - Volkov coming out on top.
Volkov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Donde avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in and bounces Donde off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Volkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Donde isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Volkov stacks Donde 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 Volkov!
Volkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Donde keeps working.
Volkov 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.
Donde is trying to improve his position.
Volkov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T2##SUB2#
Volkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Volkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Donde keeps working.
Volkov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Volkov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Donde to see if he's OK.
Donde tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Volkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Volkov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donde tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Volkov lands an elbow.
Volkov taking a breather here.
Donde is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Ivan Volkov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Donde tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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.
Volkov works to advance to full mount. Donde defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Volkov with the ground and pound from mount.
Volkov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Donde tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Volkov lands a heavy elbow.
Donde is in all sorts of trouble here.
Volkov content just to control the position here.
Donde tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Volkov controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Volkov looking to control but Donde is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Volkov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Donde is desperately trying to improve his position but Volkov has a good base and remains in mount.
Volkov lands a heavy elbow.
Volkov controlling his opponent.
Donde tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Raymond Donde has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov controlling from mount.
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!
Let's hope that Volkov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Volkov 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 25:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
A very excited looking Ivan Volkov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
OFK 123 - Power Vs Volkov
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Power takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Some wild striking there from Power.
Power throws a hook but Volkov avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Volkov finds it's target.
Volkov misses with a body shot.
Volkov avoids the body shot from Power.
Volkov fails with the takedown.
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Power throws the kick towards the body but Volkov avoids it.
Volkov misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power misses with a right hand
and Volkov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Volkov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Power.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Volkov.
Power misses with a lunging right hand
and Volkov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Volkov connects with a right hand. Power shakes it off.#T1#
Power leaves Volkov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Power throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Volkov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Volkov throws a big shot that misses.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Volkov moves out of range as Power strikes.
We've been told by Power's head coaches at Alpha Brasil that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Power moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.
Volkov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Power with a body shot.#CL#
Power gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Volkov slows down the pace here.
Power prevents a body shot from Volkov.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Volkov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Power up against the cage.
Volkov tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Volkov back against the cage.
Power working aggressively here.
#T2#
Power trying to land knees to the body.
Volkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Volkov.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Volkov lands with a light punch inside.
Power lands a shoulder strike.
Volkov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Power seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Volkov can turn it around.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Power.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
Power digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov managing to block the knees to the body from Power.
Power lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Volkov wants a takedown but no success here.
Power misses with some punches.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Volkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Power manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Power moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Volkov breaks from the clinch.
Power tries to clinch up but Volkov circles away and keeps his distance.
Power tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch but Volkov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Volkov cracks a nice hook into Power's ribs.
Volkov lands with a nice body punch.
Power misses the jab.
Power misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Power showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Volkov.
An attempted straight right counter from Power misses the target.
Irish Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power wants to clinch.
Nice defenses there by Volkov.
Volkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Volkov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Power connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Volkov scrambles back to his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Volkov throws a lazy right hand but Power sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Volkov loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
Power throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.
Power moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Power blocks a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Irish Power dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Volkov slips under a jab.
Volkov cracks Power with a right hand to the side of the head.
Volkov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Volkov is looking to clinch.
Power throws a big shot that misses.
Volkov tries to clinch but Power is having none of it.
Power half committed to a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Volkov has closed the distance and engaged Power in a clinch.
Volkov is pushing Power up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Volkov struggles to land a body shot inside as Power controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Volkov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Power can't fight it off and eventually Volkov manages to take the fight to the floor. Power looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Power is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Volkov dives into side control.
#T1##REVR#
Power is trying to buck Volkov off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov wants to control but Power is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Volkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Volkov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Power pushes Volkov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Volkov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Power is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Volkov trying to control the position but Power is working away. #T2#
Power is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Power dodges the ground and pound from Volkov.
Volkov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Power to see if he's OK.
Volkov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Power to see if he's OK.
Power tries to escape but Volkov is in control.
Volkov throws a strike aimed at the side of Power's head but Power avoids it well.
Volkov wants to control but Power is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Volkov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Power is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Volkov just content to control the position.
Power regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Power is staying active underneath Volkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Power is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Volkov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Volkov controlling the action here.
Power is trying to stand back up but Volkov is controlling him
Volkov lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Volkov thows a huge punch but Power dodges it nicely.
Volkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Volkov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Power!
Power gets back to half guard.
Volkov drops an elbow to the side of Power's head.
Power is trying to stand up here but Volkov is controlling him well.
Volkov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Power is refusing to be controlled, as Volkov sits in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov 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#
Volkov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Power misses the target.
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Power.
Power cracks Volkov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Power sprawls well. Power wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Power was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Volkov looks for a takedown but Power sprawls well.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Volkov moves into the clinch.
Power tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Volkov avoids it.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
Volkov avoids the elbow strike from Power, against the cage.
Volkov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Power backwards.
Power lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Volkov tries to throw a body punch but Power avoids it by throwing Volkov back against the cage.
Power scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Power lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Power lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Volkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Power after a bit of a struggle.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Power.
Volkov effectively controlling the action here.
Power tries to land knees in the clinch but Volkov avoids the damage to the body. #TD2#
Volkov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Power is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Power has wrist control.
Power controls Volkov momentarily but Volkov frees himself.
Power wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Volkov manages to pass to side control. #T2#
Power is trying to stand back up but Volkov is controlling him
Volkov trying to control the action but Power is working from the bottom.
Volkov controlling the pace.
Power has hold of Volkov's hands but Volkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
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!
Power wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Volkov is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Power knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Volkov on the ground.
Volkov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Power is trying to get back to full guard.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Volkov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Power is trying to stand.
Volkov lands strikes from half guard.
Volkov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Power trying to hold on to Volkov's head to control him but Volkov postures up.
#T4#
Volkov tries to pass to full mount but Power defends it. #SUB2#
Volkov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Power is just riding it out for now. Volkov eventually gives up the hold.
Volkov throwing shots but Power is blocking nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Power wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Ivan Volkov just about did enough to take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Volkov works the jab nicely.
Volkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Power swivels and escapes.
Power moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.
Power throws a jab but it's blocked by Volkov.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Volkov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL#
Volkov gets tackled into the cage by Power. Power maintains the clinch.
Power lands with a short shot to the head.
Volkov wants a takedown.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power.
Power misses with a hook from the clinch.
Power lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Power. #T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Power.
Volkov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Power has him pressed against the cage.
Volkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Power avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Power using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Volkov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Power tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Power misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Volkov.
Power lands a left hand.
Power misses with a short punch on the inside.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Volkov controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Power.
Volkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Power manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Power stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Volkov managing to block the knees to the body from Power.
Power gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Power works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Volkov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Power lands a left hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards. #T2#
Volkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Power pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Power tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Power prevents it.
Irish Power has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Power scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Volkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A head punch on the inside from Power fails to land.
Volkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Power throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Power trying to land knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Power.
Power lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
Power misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Power shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Power pushes Volkov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Power lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Volkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Power shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Power working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Volkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Power gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Good body shot from Power.
A short right from Power on the inside.
Volkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Power is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A right handed body shot lands from Power.
Power fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Power pushes off an throws an elbow but Volkov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Power looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short body shot lands from Power as the two fighters clinch.
Power throws an elbow but it misses.
Power misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4#
Power pushes Volkov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Power tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Power misses with a knee to the head.
Volkov goes for a takedown attempt but Power pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power misses with a two punch combination.
Volkov misses the body punch
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up but Volkov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Power lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Power throws a body shot but no joy.
Power is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
A leg kick checked by Volkov.
Volkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Volkov shoots in for a double leg but Power sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Irish Power had his way with Ivan Volkov in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Power enables Volkov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Power manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Power is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov prevents Power from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #ES#
Power kicks Volkov off and gets to his feet. #T1#
No joy there for Volkov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Power takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Irish Power is winning the standup battle so far.
Volkov darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Volkov into the cage.
Volkov scores with a hook to the body. Power takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #TD2#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into Power's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Power wants to stand but Volkov is controlling the position.
Volkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Power is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Power kicks Volkov off and gets to his feet.
Power lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Power defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Volkov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Power.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Power.
Irish Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Power on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Power thumps Volkov with a low kick.#TD2#
Volkov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Power was covering up waiting for the punch and Volkov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Volkov stops Power from standing up. #T3#
Power looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Power utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Volkov trying to control but Power is working from the bottom.
Power is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#ES#
Power scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Volkov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Power's waist but Power gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Volkov off to one side.
Power catches Volkov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Power throws a looping overhand right but Volkov ducks down to avoid it.
Volkov lands a nice hook to Power's body. Power takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T4#
Power throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Volkov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Volkov. That snapped Power's head back.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Power.
Power was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Power throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Volkov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Power's half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Power knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Volkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Irish Power.
I think Power 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 49:46
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 49:45
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 48:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Irish Power!
Irish Power retains his featherweight title!
Irish Power took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, ALPHA Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
OFK 117 - Shamrock Vs Volkov
Date: Aug 21, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Volkov darts in and clinches Shamrock up against the cage.
Volkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Shamrock shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Shamrock misses with an elbow over the top.
Volkov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Shamrock up against the cage.
Volkov lands a hook that snaps the head of Shamrock backwards.
Shamrock scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Shamrock scores with a nice hook to the head.
Volkov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Shamrock lands a left hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Shamrock misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shamrock throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Volkov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Volkov.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shamrock keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Volkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Shamrock gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Shamrock won't allow Volkov to sweep him here.
Shamrock wants to get up but he can't break Volkov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Volkov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Volkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Volkov, not yet.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Volkov controlling the position.#T2#
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Volkov working for a triangle but Shamrock defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Volkov 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! Shamrock rolls with it to try and escape but Volkov cranks on the arm and Shamrock is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
OFK 110 - Sector Vs Tepes Lii
Date: Jul 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Volkov walks into a left hand.
Dawson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dawson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Roger Dawson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dawson. Dawson obviously looking to wear him down.
Dawson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dawson throws a low kick, looking for Volkov's leg but Volkov calmly moves out of range.
Dawson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Volkov.
Dawson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Dawson's coach down at Tōshi was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Dawson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Dawson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Volkov.
Dawson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Volkov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Volkov slips a jab from Dawson.
Dawson throws a leg kick
and Volkov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dawson misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Volkov counters with a single leg into guard. Dawson didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dawson managing to control the position.
Dawson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dawson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Volkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dawson is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Volkov postures up in Dawson's guard and throws a big left but Dawson blocks it.
Volkov trying to control but Dawson is working from the bottom.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Dawson blocks nicely.
Dawson keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Dawson trying to keep a closed guard but Volkov is proving a slippery customer.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Volkov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dawson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dawson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Volkov postures up in Dawson's guard and throws a big left but Dawson blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from Dawson.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Dawson keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Volkov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dawson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Volkov somewhat.
Volkov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dawson is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Dawson circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dawson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Volkov has time to react.
Volkov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dawson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dawson misses with a hook. Volkov ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Volkov misses with a straight left.
Volkov misses with a takedown attempt - Dawson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dawson steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Volkov throws out a powerful jab.
Dawson misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Volkov counters with a takedown into side control.
Dawson is looking for a sweep.
Volkov cracks Dawson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Volkov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Dawson is avoiding damage well.
Dawson is looking to regain half guard here but Volkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Volkov trying to control the position but Dawson is working away.
Dawson prevents Volkov from improving position.
Volkov misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T4#
Dawson tries to bench press Volkov off him but Volkov keeps the position.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#SUB#
Volkov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Volkov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Volkov 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dawson is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that round.
That's time! Volkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dawson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Volkov's head.
Volkov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dawson.
Dawson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Dawson scoring well with a low kick there.
#TD#
Volkov scores with a takedown into Dawson's guard.
Dawson has Volkov pulled in close to control his posture.
Dawson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov connects with a couple of short punches.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dawson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov postures up in Dawson's guard and throws a big left but Dawson blocks it.
Volkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dawson can do to turn this around?
Volkov lands a couple of elbows.
Dawson keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully. #T1#
Volkov connects with a couple of short punches.
Volkov postures up in Dawson's guard and throws a big left but Dawson blocks it.
Dawson looking to control.
Volkov won't allow Dawson to sweep him here.
Volkov content to stall in guard here.
Dawson looking to control.
Volkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from Dawson.
Volkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dawson can't keep his opponent in guard - Volkov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Volkov stalling away here and it's allowed Dawson to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T2#
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dawson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dawson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dawson looking to control.
Volkov works over Dawson with some ground and pound from guard.
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Volkov is in close to Dawson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Volkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Dawson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Volkov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Volkov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dawson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dawson controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Volkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dawson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dawson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4##SUB#
Dawson is sitting in close to Volkov's body. Volkov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Dawson is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Dawson is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Volkov.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ivan Volkov!
An out of breath Ivan Volkov 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:
OFK 104 - Shamrock Vs Power
Date: Jul 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Volkov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Volkov wants it to stay on the feet.
Volkov swings for the body but Dacre moves out of range.
Dacre shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Volkov as he avoids it easily.
Dacre shoots in and drives through. Volkov sprawls well.
Ivan Volkov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Claude Dacre.
Volkov fails to land the takedown.
Volkov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Volkov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Volkov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dacre.
Volkov walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dacre throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
Volkov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Volkov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dacre's waist but Dacre gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Volkov off to one side.
Dacre looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dacre shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Volkov but Volkov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1##TD#
Volkov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dacre tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Volkov is in Dacre's guard.
Dacre looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dacre avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Volkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dacre's head.#SUB2#
Dacre is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Volkov defends well.
Volkov scoring with some ground and pound.
Volkov postures up.
#SUB2#
Dacre escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Volkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Volkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dacre's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dacre bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Volkov's guard. #REVB#
My spies in Doc Dannis Death Squad inform me that Dacre has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Volkov wants to sweep here but Dacre controlling him for the moment.
Dacre with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dacre postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Dacre postures up.
Dacre is looking to work some ground and pound but Volkov has wrist control.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Dacre from controlling successfully.
Volkov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Dacre from controlling successfully.
Volkov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Volkov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dacre defends it easily.
Dacre postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov keeping full guard, as Dacre tries to pass.
Dacre stopping the sweep attempt from Volkov.
Dacre in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Volkov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dacre.
Dacre with a flurry of punches that miss.
Volkov looking to control.
#T3##SUB#
Volkov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dacre is aware though and is defending well.
Dacre connects with a couple of short punches.
Dacre trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Dacre postures up and lands a big shot to Volkov's brow.
Dacre stands up over Volkov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dacre trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Volkov controls Dacre momentarily but Dacre frees himself.
Dacre chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Dacre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Volkov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dacre has managed to get both his arms back between Volkov's legs - danger averted.
Volkov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Volkov looking to control.
Dacre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Volkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dacre postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dacre is pushing down on Volkov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Volkov is fighting to maintain full guard but Dacre has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4##SUB2#
Dacre is trying to work for a kimura but Volkov is defending well.
Volkov gets full guard.
Volkov 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#
Dacre tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
Dacre trying to control but Volkov postures up.
Volkov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Volkov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dacre tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Volkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dacre has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dacre there as he acknowledges the shot.
Volkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Volkov. No joy for Dacre on that attempt.
Volkov misses with a takedown
letting Dacre counter with a right hand. #TD#
Volkov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Dacre was covering up waiting for the punch and Volkov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Dacre 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.
Dacre manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Volkov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Volkov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Volkov controls Dacre momentarily but Dacre frees himself. #SUB#
Volkov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dacre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Dacre trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dacre throwing strikes from guard but Volkov blocks nicely.
Dacre throwing strikes but missing.
Dacre trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov wants to sweep but no luck.
Volkov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dacre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Volkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Volkov wants to sweep but no luck.
Dacre has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Dacre from controlling successfully.
Volkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dacre is one step ahead there.
Volkov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dacre. #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.
Volkov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dacre trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Dacre postures up.
Dacre wants to pass the guard but Volkov is keeping the position.
Volkov controls Dacre momentarily but Dacre frees himself.
Volkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Volkov, not yet.
Volkov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dacre landing some decent shots from guard.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Dacre from controlling successfully.
Dacre trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Volkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Volkov, not yet.
Dacre trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Dacre scoring with some ground and pound.
Dacre stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dacre throws a big right hand that misses.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Dacre from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for a triangle but Dacre pushes his legs off easily.
Dacre distracts Volkov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Volkov has momentary wrist control but Dacre slips an elbow through the middle.
Volkov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dacre throwing strikes from guard but Volkov blocks nicely.
Volkov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dacre. #T4#
Dacre makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Volkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Volkov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Dacre has gone for a leg lock! Volkov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dacre's guard.#REVR#
Dacre trying to keep a closed guard but Volkov is proving a slippery customer.
Dacre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Dacre working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Volkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Volkov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Claude Dacre will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
A slow jab from Dacre misses its intended target.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch but Dacre swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ivan Volkov is winning the standup battle so far.
Dacre shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Volkov but Volkov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Volkov misses with a takedown
and Dacre counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dacre misses with a wild body shot.
Volkov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dacre makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dacre lands a glancing blow to the side of Volkov's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Volkov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dacre has Volkov pulled in close to control his posture.
Volkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Dacre controls Volkov momentarily but Volkov frees himself.
Dacre pulls Volkov in close to prevent any damage.
Dacre trying to control the position.
Volkov with a nice head shot there.
Dacre is controlling Volkov's posture.
Dacre's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Volkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dacre is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Dacre had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Volkov defends it easily.
Volkov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Dacre is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Volkov is aware though and is defending well.
Dacre working a defensive guard here.
Volkov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dacre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dacre is looking for a triangle but Volkov pushes his legs off easily.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Dacre keeps moving.
Volkov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Volkov postures up and lands a big shot to Dacre's brow.
Dacre is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Dacre has his foot on Volkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Volkov works his way back into a safe position though.#T3##SUB2#
Dacre had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Volkov defends it easily.
Dacre takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dacre looking to control.
Volkov trying to control but Dacre is working from the bottom.
Volkov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dacre bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Volkov's guard. #REVB#
Dacre trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dacre is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Volkov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Volkov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Volkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dacre controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dacre throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Volkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Volkov wants to control from the top but Dacre keeps moving.
Volkov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Volkov drops back looking for a leg! Dacre is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dacre manages to kick Volkov off! Volkov jumps back into Dacre's guard.
Dacre is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've been hearing that Volkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Dacre throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dacre trying to control the position.
Volkov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Volkov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
Our winner, Ivan Volkov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Claude Dacre stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks for coming..I'll be back'. |
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Event:
OFK 99 - Tepes lii Vs Horn
Date: Jun 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Temirov misses with a left hand #TD#
and Volkov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Volkov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Temirov is looking to stand up but Volkov isn't so interested in that idea.
Volkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Temirov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Volkov prevents Temirov from getting back to his feet.
Volkov throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Temirov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Temirov wanted to stand there but Volkov had control of the position. #T1#
Volkov wants to hit a sweep here but Temirov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Volkov there!
Volkov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Volkov tries to hold on but Temirov postures up.
Temirov prevents Volkov from getting the reversal.
Temirov is looking to stand but Volkov has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Volkov manages to control the position for a moment.
Temirov manages to capitalize on a mistake by Volkov to take his back!#T2#
Temirov is hanging on to Volkov's back as he tries to escape.
Volkov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Temirov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkov is pressing down on Temirov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Volkov looking to control.
Volkov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Volkov holds on and takes a little breather.
Volkov wants to sweep but no luck.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Temirov wants to get up but he can't break Volkov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov defending well as Temirov loads up on a big left hand.
Volkov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temirov.
#TD#
Temirov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Volkov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Volkov postures up in Temirov's guard and throws a big left but Temirov blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Temirov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES2#
Temirov has his feet on Volkov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Temirov misses with a hook. Volkov ducked under it nicely.
Volkov misses with a few strikes there.
#TD#
Volkov gets the takedown into side control.
We've been hearing that Volkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkov working the strikes but Temirov uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Temirov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Volkov.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Temirov kicks off Volkov and gets to his feet.
Volkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temirov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ruslan Temirov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Temirov misses with a straight right.
Volkov tries to counter with a takedown but Temirov is quick to defend against it.
Ruslan Temirov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Temirov lands a two punch combo.
Temirov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Volkov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Temirov lands with a cross.
Volkov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Temirov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD#
Volkov shoots in and bounces Temirov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Temirov kicks Volkov off and gets to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov dips to his left and cracks Temirov with an uppercut!
The fighters circling - Temirov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Volkov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Temirov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.#T1#
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up with Temirov, looking for a takedown. Volkov pushes Temirov against the cage but Temirov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Despite the aggression on Temirov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A looping hook to the body misses from Temirov. Volkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Temirov misses with the combination.
Volkov feinted with a counter takedown.
Temirov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Volkov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Temirov.#TD#
Volkov gets a double leg takedown into Temirov's guard.
Volkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Temirov is retaining full guard.
Volkov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Temirov keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Temirov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Volkov trying to control but Temirov is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Temirov pushes Volkov off and gets back to his feet.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temirov looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.
Volkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temirov.
Temirov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Temirov misses.
Temirov lands a jab-cross combination.
Volkov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Volkov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Temirov at a distance.
Temirov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Volkov's sensitive parts.
Temirov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Volkov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice cross by Temirov.#TD#
Volkov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Temirov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck. #T3#
Volkov punching from mount but Temirov doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Volkov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Volkov is really struggling to control Temirov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Temirov's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Volkov thowing shots but they're missing.
Temirov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Temirov slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
#T4#
Volkov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Volkov throwing shots but Temirov is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Volkov with the ground and pound but Temirov uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Temirov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet but Volkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Volkov distracts Temirov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Volkov prevents Temirov from getting back to his feet.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Temirov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruslan Temirov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Temirov slaps away a takedown attempt from Volkov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Temirov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Volkov counters with a takedown into side control.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet but Volkov is dominant here and he's now got Temirov's back!
Temirov grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Temirov is trying to get back to his feet but Volkov has full control of the position and if anything, Temirov has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Volkov is looking for a rear naked choke here but Temirov reverses the position brilliantly into Volkov's guard!
Ruslan Temirov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Volkov working a defensive guard but Temirov passes into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Volkov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Temirov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Volkov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Temirov's guard. #REVR#
Temirov has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Volkov slips nicely into half guard.
Volkov wants to control but Temirov is keeping him busy.
Volkov moves into full mount! Temirov won't be happy about that! #T2#
Volkov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Temirov blocking the ground and pound.
Volkov punching from mount but Temirov doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Temirov is bucking up trying to escape but Volkov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Volkov unloads with some shots from mount but Temirov bucks and avoids them well.
Temirov is bucking up trying to escape but Volkov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Volkov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Volkov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Volkov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Temirov because Volkov loaded up on that one.
Temirov blocking the ground and pound.
Volkov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Temirov because Volkov loaded up on that one.
Volkov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Volkov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Temirov really wants to buck Volkov off and get back to his feet. #T4#
Volkov lands a heavy elbow.
Temirov wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Temirov blocking the ground and pound.
A nice elbow there by Volkov.
Temirov wants to get back to his feet.
Volkov with the ground and pound from mount.
Volkov 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 fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Volkov working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Temirov slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
Nice strikes from Volkov there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Temirov 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruslan Temirov!
After the big win, Ruslan Temirov made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors KOMBAT KLOTHING and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Syn MacArthur vs Syndal
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Volkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Volkov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Keenan tries to avoid it but Volkov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Keenan to the ground. Keenan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Volkov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Keenan tries to avoid it but Volkov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Keenan to the ground. Keenan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Keenan swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Volkov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Keenan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Keenan.
Volkov looking to pass the guard.
Volkov trying to control but Keenan is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan trying to control the position here. #T1#
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Keenan keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Keenan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Volkov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The fighters circling - Volkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Volkov cracks Keenan with an open hand slap.
Keenan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Volkov misses with a wild body shot.
Keenan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Volkov lands with a cross.
Volkov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Keenan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Volkov somewhat.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov shoots in for a double leg but Keenan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A quick step to the side and Keenan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Volkov misses with a body shot
and Keenan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Volkov cracks Keenan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice sprawl there from Keenan as Volkov shoots in.
Good work by Volkov as he checks the leg kick.
Keenan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Keenan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov lands with a good body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Keenan as Volkov shoots in.
A slow jab from Keenan misses its intended target.
Keenan sets himself, and Volkov steps forward looking for the clinch! Keenan avoids it this time.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Keenan.
#T3#
Keenan scores with a nice body kick.
Keenan catches Volkov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A big left from Keenan misses.
Volkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Volkov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Keenan to counter with a crisp jab.
Keenan swings for the body but Volkov moves out of range.
Gareth Keenan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Keenan catches Volkov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Keenan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Keenan is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Keenan connects with a nice looking jab.
Keenan goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keenan lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Keenan throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
Volkov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Keenan throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the body from Keenan misses
and Volkov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Keenan tries to score with a low kick but Volkov moves his leg out of the way.
Keenan bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Keenan gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Volkov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Volkov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Volkov duly obliges.
Volkov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Keenan scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Keenan connects with a good right hand that stumbles Volkov. Volkov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A solid leg kick lands there for Keenan.
Keenan takes one on the button.
Keenan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A jab from Keenan misses.
Keenan misses the shot to the body.
Keenan throws a leg kick that misses.
Volkov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Volkov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gareth Keenan 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#
Volkov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Keenan looks for the body kick but Volkov saw that one coming.
Keenan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Volkov lands an overhand right.
Keenan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Keenan throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
No luck for Volkov with that takedown attempt.
Keenan misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
so Volkov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Keenan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Keenan controlling Volkov's posture.
Keenan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1##SUB2#
Volkov drops back looking for a leg! Keenan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keenan manages to kick Volkov off! Volkov jumps back into Keenan's guard.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Keenan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Keenan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Volkov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Keenan misses with a wild body shot.
Keenan misses with a few strikes there.
Keenan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Volkov tries to counter with a clinch but Keenan shakes him off and moves away.
Volkov moves out of range of the strikes.
Keenan stuffs the takedown attempt from Volkov. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
It appears Keenan was looking to counter with a kick there.
Volkov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Keenan throws a body kick that misses.
Volkov misses with a body shot.
Keenan tries to bum rush Volkov with a series of wild strikes but Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Keenan misses with a wild body shot.
Keenan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Keenan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.#T3#
Volkov misses with the combination.
Volkov cracks Keenan with an open hand slap.
Volkov connects with a looping right hand.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Volkov throws a hook but Keenan avoids it easily.
Volkov fails with the takedown
and Keenan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Keenan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Volkov.
Volkov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Volkov slips under a jab.
Keenan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Keenan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Volkov is out of range and Keenan settles back down.
Volkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Keenan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
Keenan thumps Volkov with a low kick.
Volkov scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Keenan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Keenan throws a good cross that connects.
Volkov blocks a jab.
Volkov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Keenan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Keenan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Volkov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Volkov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Volkov checks a leg kick.
Volkov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Keenan can pounce on him.
Volkov checks a leg kick nicely.
Volkov shoots for a takedown but Keenan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Keenan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Keenan misses with a body kick.
Volkov tries to counter with a clinch but Keenan shakes him off and moves away.
Volkov takes a swing at Keenan's ribcage but misses.
Keenan tried to counter with a leg kick but Volkov avoided it.
Keenan misses with a kick to the body
letting Volkov counter with a right hand.
Gareth Keenan is winning the standup battle so far.
Keenan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Keenan jabs Volkov right on the nose. Volkov blinks but takes it well.#TD2#
Volkov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Keenan was covering up waiting for the punch and Volkov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Volkov stands up over Keenan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving. #T1#
Volkov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Keenan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving.
Keenan pulls Volkov in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Keenan thows a leg kick but Volkov checks it #TD2#
and Volkov counters with a single leg into guard. Keenan didn't expect that.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Volkov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Keenan's guard.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Keenan to regain full guard.
Keenan is trying to control the position but Volkov postures up.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but Keenan is keeping the position.
Keenan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Volkov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Keenan is retaining full guard.
Volkov throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Volkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Keenan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Volkov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Keenan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Keenan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Volkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Keenan trying to control the position.
Volkov works over Keenan with some ground and pound from guard.
Volkov postures up.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Keenan keeps moving.
Volkov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Keenan is trying to keep Volkov in close.
Keenan keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Keenan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Volkov 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Gareth Keenan spoke after the fight, saying 'Good fight buddy'. |
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Event:
Syn Beliy vs Hero
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Volkov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Volkov tries to clinch but McLaughlin is having none of it.
McLaughlin throwing a counter right hand but Volkov manages to avoid it.
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McLaughlin.
Volkov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McLaughlin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McLaughlin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fairtex MMA in the buildup to the fight.
McLaughlin is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Volkov.
An inside leg kick lands from McLaughlin.
Good shot there by McLaughlin.
Volkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but McLaughlin circles away.
McLaughlin throws a half hearted mid kick.
Volkov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McLaughlin throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
McLaughlin gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McLaughlin has Volkov pulled in close to control his posture.
McLaughlin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Volkov's guard. #REVR##T1#
McLaughlin postures up.
Volkov wants to sweep here but McLaughlin controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Volkov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
McLaughlin trying to stand up but can't free himself from Volkov's guard.
McLaughlin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Volkov is keeping the position for now. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Volkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McLaughlin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Volkov is trying to control the position but McLaughlin postures up.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing McLaughlin from controlling successfully.
Volkov working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Volkov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McLaughlin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Volkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
McLaughlin won't allow Volkov to sweep him here.
McLaughlin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Volkov is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Volkov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McLaughlin tries to clinch but Volkov is having none of it.
McLaughlin stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Volkov working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Volkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but McLaughlin keeps working.
Volkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks McLaughlin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
McLaughlin wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Volkov wants to control but McLaughlin is keeping him busy.
Volkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Volkov stalling.
McLaughlin is refusing to be controlled, as Volkov sits in half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Volkov lands a nice short elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McLaughlin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Volkov.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in and gets a takedown into McLaughlin's guard.
Volkov being controlled here momentarily.
Volkov trying to control but McLaughlin is working from the bottom.
McLaughlin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McLaughlin keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
McLaughlin working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
McLaughlin keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but McLaughlin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
McLaughlin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Volkov is pulling down on McLaughlin's head to control his posture.
McLaughlin preventing the sweep. #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.#SUB2#
Volkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McLaughlin won't allow Volkov to sweep him here.
McLaughlin wants to get up but he can't break Volkov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Volkov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a triangle here but McLaughlin uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
McLaughlin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Volkov keeps working. #T3#
Volkov manages to get back to half guard.
Volkov wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Volkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McLaughlin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Volkov looking for a sweep. Not yet Volkov, not yet.
Volkov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McLaughlin throws a big shot that misses.
No luck for Volkov with that takedown attempt.
McLaughlin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
McLaughlin throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov tries for a takedown but McLaughlin circles away easily
and McLaughlin counters with a right hand to the body.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McLaughlin but McLaughlin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mike McLaughlin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov tries for a takedown but McLaughlin circles away easily
and McLaughlin counters with a nice uppercut.
Volkov misses with a takedown
and McLaughlin counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McLaughlin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McLaughlin lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
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!
Volkov scores with a jab. McLaughlin acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mike McLaughlin dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD2#
Volkov scores with a takedown into McLaughlin's guard.
Volkov trying to control but McLaughlin is working from the bottom.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Volkov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McLaughlin pulls Volkov in to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T1#
Volkov trying to control but McLaughlin is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Volkov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch lands to the side of Volkov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Volkov lunges at McLaughlin with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McLaughlin's hand.
McLaughlin just misses with a punch to the body.
McLaughlin throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.
Volkov misses with a hook.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in and gets a takedown into McLaughlin's guard.
McLaughlin trying to control the position.
McLaughlin keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully. #T2#
McLaughlin is controlling Volkov's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but McLaughlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but McLaughlin blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Volkov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McLaughlin doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Volkov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McLaughlin manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Volkov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
McLaughlin blocks a body shot from Volkov.
A left hand lands to the body for McLaughlin.
McLaughlin lands a shoulder strike.
Volkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McLaughlin after a bit of a struggle.
Still in the clinch, McLaughlin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McLaughlin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McLaughlin misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Volkov looking for a takedown.
McLaughlin working aggressively here.
Volkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McLaughlin working aggressively here.
McLaughlin lands a body punch.
Volkov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McLaughlin is keeping busy.#BC#
McLaughlin manages to break the clinch.
McLaughlin throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McLaughlin.
A slow jab from McLaughlin misses its intended target.
Volkov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from McLaughlin.
Volkov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McLaughlin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mike McLaughlin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov with a poor takedown
and McLaughlin counters with an outside leg kick.
McLaughlin misses with an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mike McLaughlin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think McLaughlin 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike McLaughlin!
Mike McLaughlin was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Syn Kurosaki vs Puno
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Can slaps away a takedown attempt from Volkov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Can throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Can tries to get set, Volkov tries to push him back and clinch up but Can manages to avoid the attempt.
Volkov throws a good cross that connects.
Volkov tries to move into range but Can moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Can throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.
Can lands with a cross.
Can dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Volkov. That did some damage!
Can thows a leg kick but Volkov checks it #TD#
and Volkov counters with a single leg into guard. Can didn't expect that.
Can is wriggling around but Volkov manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Can gets back to full guard.
Can is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Can wants to sweep but no luck.
Can trying to control the position here.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Can keeps moving.
Can looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
Volkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Can is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Volkov is controlling him.
Volkov trying to control but Can is working from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Volkov being controlled here momentarily.
Can 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.
Volkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Can is keeping the position for now.
Volkov cracks Can with a solid left hand.
Volkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Can has wrist control.#T3#
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Can blocks nicely.
Can 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.
Can trying to keep a closed guard but Volkov is proving a slippery customer.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Can is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Can looking for a sweep. Not yet Can, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Volkov clinches up with Can and pushes him back against the cage.
Can blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Volkov takes a shot to the head.
Can tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Can prevents the takedown attempt.
#T4#
Volkov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Can connects with a body shot.
Volkov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Can.
Ameri Can is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Can tries to sprawl but Volkov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Volkov throwing shots but Can is blocking nicely.
Can tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
Can wants to get back to his feet.
Can is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Can throws a nice head kick!
Can cracks Volkov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Volkov scores with a nice strike.
Can throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Can throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov lands a nice looking body shot.
Volkov looks to land a left hand but Can moved out of range nicely.
Can throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.#CL#
Volkov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Can goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Can prevents it.
Volkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Can's elbow.
Can misses with a punch on the inside.
Can misses with a punch on the inside.
Volkov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Can just misses with a elbow thrown towards Volkov's brow.
Can is leaning against Volkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A bit of stalling here from Volkov.
Volkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Can pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Volkov struggles to land a body shot inside as Can controls his hands.
Volkov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Volkov tries a body shot but Can blocks it.
#BC2#
Can breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Can throws a looping overhand right but Volkov ducks down to avoid it.
Can throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
We've been told by Volkov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Can misses with a body kick.
Can throws a leg kick #TD#
and Volkov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Can pushes Volkov off and gets back to his feet.
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!
Volkov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Can uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Volkov.
Can misses with a body shot.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Can tries to sprawl out of it but Volkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Can manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A left lands for Can.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Can was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
Can misses with a straight right.
Volkov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up with Can, looking for a takedown. Volkov pushes Can against the cage but Can circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Can lands with a slapping head kick.
Volkov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Volkov scores with a punch to the head.
Can fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Volkov manages to avoid it.
Volkov throws a big shot that misses.
Can replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Volkov blocks it well.
Can ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Can scores with a jab to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Volkov.
Can lands a slapping body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Can. Volkov does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Volkov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Can was covering up waiting for the punch and Volkov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Can is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Can wants to sweep but no luck.
Can trying to control the position here.
Can is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB#
Volkov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Can is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Volkov, into his guard. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ameri Can showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Can takes a swing at Volkov's ribcage but misses.
Can throws a low kick, looking for Volkov's leg but Volkov calmly moves out of range.
Can throws a shot to the body.
#CL#
Volkov drives through and clinches with Can against the cage.
Can throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Can misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD#
Volkov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Can has one foot on Volkov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov shoots in but Can avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Can let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Volkov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Can can pounce on him.
Volkov tries to clinch
and Can counters with a nice uppercut.
Can lands with a shot to the body.
Can throws a low kick, looking for Volkov's leg but Volkov calmly moves out of range.
Volkov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Can sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Can throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Volkov feinted with a counter takedown.
Can misses with a hook.
Can scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
Can tries to keep at a distance but Volkov has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Can as the two fighters clinch.
#BC2#
Can breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Can showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Volkov.
Can has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Can misses with a hook. Volkov ducked under it nicely.
Volkov tries to move into range but Can moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Volkov avoids a kick to the body.
#TD#
Volkov scores with a takedown into Can's guard.
Can is pulling down on Volkov's head. It's preventing any offense from Volkov, at least for the moment.#T2#
Can 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.
Can keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Can tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Can manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Volkov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov is trying to control the position but Can postures up. #T3#
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Can from controlling successfully.
Volkov 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.
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Can wants to get up but he can't break Volkov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Can is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Volkov working for a triangle but Can defends it easily.
Can is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Volkov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Volkov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ameri Can seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Volkov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Volkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Can counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A low kick from Can misses #TD#
and Volkov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Can's guard.
Volkov trying to control but Can is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ameri Can comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Can 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ameri Can!
Ameri Can bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
PANDA 86
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
A head kick from Ruenroeng lands but Volkov takes it in his stride.
Ruenroeng slips under a jab from Volkov.
Ruenroeng stuns Volkov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ruenroeng takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ruenroeng smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Volkov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ruenroeng.
Volkov shoots in for a double leg but Ruenroeng sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ruenroeng manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Volkov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Volkov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Volkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ruenroeng.
Volkov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#TD2#
Volkov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Ruenroeng kicks Volkov off and gets to his feet.
That kick from Ruenroeng tenderised Volkov's leg. Volkov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ruenroeng lands a glancing blow to the side of Volkov's head.
Left hook, right uppercut from Ruenroeng.
Volkov lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
Volkov goes for a double leg but Ruenroeng avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ruenroeng continues to drive forward.
Samak Ruenroeng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov goes for a double leg but Ruenroeng avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ruenroeng continues to drive forward.
Volkov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Volkov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Good standup being displayed there by Volkov as he connects with a hook.
Ruenroeng with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ruenroeng throws a sloppy head kick and Volkov moves out of range easily.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that misses.
Ruenroeng misses with a head kick.
Ruenroeng looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ruenroeng will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Volkov takes a swing at Ruenroeng's ribcage but misses.
Ruenroeng misses with a looping left.
Ruenroeng is looking to chop away at Volkov's legs.
Ruenroeng 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.
Ruenroeng scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick but Volkov moves out of range.
#T2#
Ruenroeng attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Volkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Volkov counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ruenroeng controls the position for a moment.
The strikes coming from Volkov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Ruenroeng dodges the ground and pound from Volkov.
Ruenroeng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Volkov working away.
Volkov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
The strikes coming from Volkov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Volkov throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T3#
Volkov tries to score with some ground and pound. Ruenroeng controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Ruenroeng is looking for a sweep.
Volkov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Volkov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Volkov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Volkov trying to control the action but Ruenroeng is working from the bottom.
Volkov tries to score with some ground and pound. Ruenroeng controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Volkov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Ruenroeng is avoiding damage well.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but Ruenroeng is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Volkov throws an elbow but Ruenroeng slips to the side and avoids it well.#T4#
Volkov moves into full mount!
Volkov punching from mount but Ruenroeng doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Ruenroeng tries to hold on but Volkov pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ruenroeng slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ruenroeng wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ruenroeng keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Volkov is just content to waste time from the top position. Ruenroeng takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Volkov chips away with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Samak Ruenroeng dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ruenroeng fails to land with a series of punches.
Volkov tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Ruenroeng to counter with a crisp jab.
Ruenroeng comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ruenroeng swinging wildly here.
Volkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ruenroeng circles away.
Volkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ruenroeng swivels and escapes.
As Volkov looks to move away, Ruenroeng throws a big counter combo but Volkov just gets out of the way.
Ruenroeng throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Volkov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Volkov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ruenroengs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ruenroeng swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Ruenroeng.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ruenroeng keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ruenroeng throws out a leg kick but Volkov moves out of range and Ruenroeng only half commits.
Ruenroeng lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Volkov circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ruenroeng swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ruenroeng takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Volkov misses with a double jab.
#TD2#
Volkov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ruenroeng sprawls well initially but Volkov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Ruenroeng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Volkov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ruenroeng blocking the ground and pound attempt from Volkov.
Volkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ruenroeng blocking the ground and pound attempt from Volkov.
Volkov prevents Ruenroeng from improving his position.
Volkov content to control rather than advance.
Ruenroeng wants to get back to full guard but Volkov has mounted him!#T2#
Volkov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Volkov landing strikes from the mount.
Volkov lands a heavy elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Ruenroeng looks a forlorn figure.
Volkov lands a big shot there that rocks Ruenroeng but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Ruenroeng wants to hold on but Volkov pushes him away.
Volkov controlling from mount.
Volkov lands with some strikes.
Volkov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T3#
Volkov unloading with bombs!
Volkov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Ruenroeng tries to hold on but Volkov postures up.
Volkov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Ruenroeng looks a forlorn figure.
Volkov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Volkov avoids the attempt from Ruenroeng to control.
BOOM! Volkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Volkov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
A nice elbow there by Volkov.#T4#
Ruenroeng can't escape the position.
Volkov landing shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ruenroeng can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Volkov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ruenroeng can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ruenroeng is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Volkov with the ground and pound from mount.
Volkov throws some wild stikes that Ruenroeng manages to avoid easily.
Ruenroeng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Ruenroeng's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Ruenroeng throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ruenroeng misses with a wild combination.
#TD2#
Volkov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ruenroeng is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Volkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Volkov's back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ruenroeng not allowing Volkov to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Volkov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T1#
Ruenroeng is controlling the position but Volkov somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Volkov has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Ruenroeng. Oh but Volkov has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Ruenroeng goes limp - he's gone! Volkov jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ivan Volkov!
Our winner, Ivan Volkov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
PANDA 78
Date: Jan 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Brah closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Volkov scores with a nice strike.#TD#
Volkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Brah's guard.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but Brah is keeping the position.
Brah wants to stand and escape but Volkov is having none of it.
Brah is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brah keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Brah utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Volkov postures up in Brah's guard and throws a big left but Brah blocks it.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Brah gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SU2#
Volkov is working an open guard so Brah takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Volkov misses with a two punch combination.
#TD#
Volkov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Brah manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Volkov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Volkov throwing shots but Brah is blocking nicely.
Volkov prevents Brah from standing back up.
Volkov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brah does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brah pushes Volkov off looking to stand but Volkov dives back in and keeps control.
#T2#
Volkov is just content to waste time from the top position. Brah takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #ES2#
Brah pushes Volkov off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brah ducks right into an uppercut from Volkov.
We've been told by Volkov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD#
Volkov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Volkov lands in his opponent's guard.
Volkov with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Brah preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Brah keeps moving.
Brah wants to get back to his feet but Volkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Volkov 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.
Brah has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Brah wants to stand but Volkov is controlling the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brah wants to stand up but Volkov is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Brah changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Brah shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Brah ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Brah slips a straight right by Volkov.
Brah tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Volkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Brah.
Brah on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CL#
Volkov moves into the clinch.
Volkov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Brah throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Brah avoids the body shot from Volkov.
Brah changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Volkov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Brah with the counter takedown but Volkov avoids it easily.
Brah keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.
Volkov lands the left hand.
Volkov misses with a body shot.
Brah feints the counter takedown.
Volkov misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Volkov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Brah throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Volkov closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Brah throws a head punch that misses.
Brah swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD#
Volkov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Brah is trying to keep an underhook but Volkov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Volkov prevents Brah from standing back up.
Volkov is keen to just control but Brah is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Volkov is working for an americana but Brah has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Volkov was thinking about the submission.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Brah keeps moving.
Brah avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Brah gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Volkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov throws an elbow that misses. Brah uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Volkov's guard. Nice move by Brah!#REVB#
Brah postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Volkov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brah can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brah has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Crapollas Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SU2#
Brah decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3##TD#
Volkov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Brah manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Brah manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Edgy Brah is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Volkov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#TD#
Volkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Brah did well to prevent Volkov getting side control.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Brah's head.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but Brah is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brah wants to get back to his feet.
Volkov misses with a head shot. Brah uses the momentum to regain guard.
Volkov advances position into side control!#SUB#
Volkov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Volkov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Brah moves away from the strike by Volkov.
Brah changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Volkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Brah's guard.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Brah gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Volkov working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Volkov is looking for a triangle here but Brah uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Volkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov wants to control but Brah postures up.#T1#
Volkov tries to bench press Brah off him but Brah keeps the position. #SU2#
Brah decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Volkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brah can do to turn this around?#TD#
Volkov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Brah to the ground. Volkov is now in Brah's guard.
Brah utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Volkov stops Brah from standing up.
Brah is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Volkov stops Brah from standing up.
Brah has Volkov pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Brah keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Volkov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Brah on his heels. He'll look to pass Brah's guard now, I'm sure.
Volkov pushing down on Brah's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Brah regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ivan Volkov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Volkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brah is keeping the position for now.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Brah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov looking to pass the guard.
Volkov 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.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Brah keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Volkov stays in close to Brah's body and controls the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Volkov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Volkov throws a looping overhand right but Brah ducks down to avoid it.
Brah drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Volkov defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Brah gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Volkov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Brah keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Volkov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
An out of breath Ivan Volkov 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:
PANDA 68
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Volkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Gracie. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gracie.
Volkov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Volkov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gracie will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Volkov lands a really nice looking cross but Gracie seems unphased.
#CL#
Volkov drives through and clinches with Gracie against the cage.
Volkov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie being controlled against the cage.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Gracie jumps guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Volkov digs a right hand underneath Gracie's ribcage. Gracie let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Gracie.
Gracie tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gracie tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
Volkov pushes Gracie back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gracie blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Gracie throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Gracie looking to slow down the pace here.
Gracie struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Volkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gracie's elbow.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Gracie lands a left hand.
Volkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Volkov wants to break free but Gracie has control.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gracie lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Volkov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Gracie.
A bit of stalling here from Gracie.
Gracie is stalling here.
Gracie blocks an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #TD2#
Gracie pulls Volkov into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Gracie has wrist control.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Gracie gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gracie advances position into side control!
Volkov tries to improve position but can't.
Gracie controlling the position from side mount. #T3#
Volkov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracie throws a strike aimed at the side of Volkov's head but Volkov avoids it well.
Volkov is looking to reverse the position.
Volkov regains half guard.
Volkov is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Gracie controlling the pace.
Gracie trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gracie thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Volkov trying to control but Gracie postures up.
#SUB#
Volkov looking for submissions off his back.
Volkov is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkov moves into full guard.
Gracie throwing strikes from guard but Volkov blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mateus Gracie 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#
Gracie will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gracie cracks a nice hook into Volkov's ribs.#CL#
Volkov moves into the clinch successfully.
Gracie lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gracie digs a right hand into Volkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Volkov's gas tank. #TD#
Gracie is fighting off a takedown attempt but Volkov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Gracie to the mat. Gracie regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Volkov has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Gracie to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Volkov is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Gracie pulls down on the head and he's put Volkov to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mateus Gracie! |
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Event:
PANDA 53
Date: Dec 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Volkov throws a poor cross that misses
and Sainty counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Volkov throws a combination that misses
and Volkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sainty has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#CL#
Volkov closes the distance and pushes Sainty back into the cage.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sainty blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Volkov misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Sainty pulls guard successfully.
#SUB2#
Sainty working for a triangle but Volkov defends it easily.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Volkov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Volkov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Sainty working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov. #SUB2#
Sainty looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Volkov cracks Sainty with a solid left hand.
Volkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sainty is keeping the position for now.
Volkov trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sainty has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Volkov 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 Sainty.#SUB#
Volkov swings around for an armbar but Sainty sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Volkov's guard.#T2#
Sainty stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Volkov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Volkov looking for subs off his back but Sainty has passed one foot through into half guard.
Sainty works his way into side control.
Sainty trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Sainty content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T3#
Volkov holding on.
Volkov is trying to work for a sweep but Sainty has mounted him!
Sainty looking to control but Volkov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Volkov is working to get back to half guard.
Volkov wants to hold on but Sainty pushes him away.
Volkov is looking to improve his position but Sainty isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Volkov is working hard here to advance position.
Sainty controlling from the full mount.
Volkov is working to get back to half guard.
Volkov tries to hold on but Sainty pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Volkov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Volkov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sainty is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Volkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sainty.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Daniel Sainty dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Volkov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Sainty on his heels. He'll look to pass Sainty's guard now, I'm sure.
Daniel Sainty has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sainty preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov slips nicely into half guard.
Sainty is pressing down on Volkov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sainty is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Volkov postures up and lands a big shot to Sainty's brow. #T1#
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sainty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov lands a couple of elbows.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #SUB#
Volkov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Volkov scoring with some ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Volkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Volkov landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a triangle but Volkov pushes his legs off easily.
Volkov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Sainty has his foot on Volkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Volkov works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Volkov 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.
Volkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sainty throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Volkov postures up and lands a big shot to Sainty's brow. #SUB2#
Sainty has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Volkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Volkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sainty's head.#SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a triangle but Volkov pushes his legs off easily.
Volkov lands a couple of digs.#T3##SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Volkov defends well.
Volkov trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sainty has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Volkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Sainty isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Volkov stacks Sainty 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 Volkov!#SUB#
Volkov is trying to get an arm triangle but Sainty is defending well. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sainty tries to improve position but can't.
Check out the look on Volkov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Volkov wants to control but Sainty is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sainty tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Volkov lands a nice forearm strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Sainty gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Volkov defends well.
Volkov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Volkov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Volkov is in close to Sainty's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T1#
Volkov trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom.
Volkov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Volkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sainty has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Volkov has managed to get both his arms back between Sainty's legs - danger averted.
Volkov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sainty is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but Sainty is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #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.
Volkov is in close to Sainty's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Sainty is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Volkov distracts Sainty with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Volkov is in close to Sainty's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Volkov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Sainty had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Volkov defends it easily.#SUB2#
Sainty is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Volkov postures up and lands a big shot to Sainty's brow. #T3##SUB2#
Sainty escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Volkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving.
Sainty can't keep his opponent in guard - Volkov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Volkov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but Sainty is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Volkov to get the leverage.
Volkov is just content to waste time from the top position. Sainty takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Sainty has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Volkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sainty can do to turn this around?#T4#
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sainty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Volkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Sainty throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Volkov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sainty keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sainty has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Volkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Volkov 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
After winning the bout, Ivan Volkov 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:
PANDA 42
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Noriega misses with a low kick.
Volkov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD2#
Volkov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Volkov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Volkov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Volkov taking a break here but Noriega is having none of it and regains half guard.
Noriega really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but Noriega is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Volkov to get the leverage.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Noriega's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Noriega is having none of it.
Noriega blocking the ground and pound attempt from Volkov.
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
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. Volkov connects with a nice short shot to Noriega's temple. #T1#
Noriega tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Volkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Noriega has managed to free his arm - good work.
Volkov is looking to advance position but Noriega won't allow it.
Noriega wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy.
Volkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Noriega's head.
Noriega blocking the ground and pound attempt from Volkov. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Volkov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Noriega is concentrating on defense, preventing Volkov from advancing position.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Noriega dodges it nicely.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Volkov stalling away here and it's allowed Noriega to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Volkov trying to control but Noriega is working from the bottom.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Noriega has wrist control.#T3#
Volkov postures up in Noriega's guard and throws a big left but Noriega blocks it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Volkov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Noriega gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Noriega has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Noriega wants to pass the guard but Volkov is keeping the position.
Noriega 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.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Volkov is trying to control the position but Noriega postures up.
Volkov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Volkov trying to control the position.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Volkov digs a good body shot into Noriega's ribs.
Volkov digs a good hook to Noriega's body.
Noriega swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Noriega throws a leg kick but Volkov checks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Volkov! But no joy.
Noriega misses with a body shot.
Noriega wants to slow Volkov down by chopping away at his legs. #TD2#
Volkov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Noriega is trying to defend but Volkov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Volkov wants to free his trapped foot but Noriega is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Volkov tries to clinch up but Noriega circles away and keeps his distance.
Volkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Noriega circles away.
Volkov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Noriega gets tackled into the cage by Volkov. Volkov maintains the clinch.
Noriega throws a head punch that misses.
Volkov misses with a body punch.
Volkov stalling in the clinch.
#BC#
Noriega escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Noriega turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Noriega scores with a punch to the head.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Noriega paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like Noriega was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Volkov.
Volkov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Noriega moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Noriega misses with a body kick.
Noriega connects with a body shot that sends Volkov's belly button to the back.
Noriega fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Volkov.
Volkov throws out a loose jab but Noriega uses good head movement to avoid it.
Noriega misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Volkov counters with a shoot takedown. Noriega fights it but they end up in guard.
Noriega wants to get back to his feet but Volkov passes into half guard.
#T1##REVR#
Volkov is just content to waste time from the top position. Noriega takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Noriega keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Noriega working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Noriega has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Noriega wants to control the position but Volkov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2#
Volkov seems to be working for a kimura but Noriega defends the submission attempt.
Volkov wants to pass to mount but Noriega is defending the position. #T2##SUB2#
Volkov trying to work for an americana but Noriega has managed to regain full guard.
Volkov being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov postures up in Noriega's guard and throws a big left but Noriega blocks it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Noriega 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##T3#
Noriega trying to control the pace.
Volkov tries to get to full guard but Noriega has control of the leg.
Volkov gets back to full guard.
Volkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.#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.#SUB2#
Volkov working for a triangle but Noriega defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Volkov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Noriega passes into side control.
Volkov is looking to regain half guard here but Noriega keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Noriega trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Pablo Noriega will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Volkov misses with a takedown attempt
and Noriega counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Noriega looks to land a body kick but Volkov moved away.
Noriega feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Volkovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've been told by Noriega's head coaches at Punch out that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Volkov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Volkov misses with a hook to the body
letting Noriega counter with a right hand.
Volkov checks a low kick from Noriega.
Volkov slips a jab from Noriega.
Noriega cracks Volkov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Volkov slips under a jab.
Noriega swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Volkov wants to clinch up but Noriega keeps it at a distance.
Pablo Noriega is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Noriega. Those never looked like landing.
Volkov takes one to the side of the head.
#CL2#
Volkov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Noriega throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Volkov blocks it with crossed arms.
Noriega lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from Noriega on the inside. #T1#
Volkov lands a nice uppercut.
Volkov avoiding damage as Noriega throws knees to the body.
Volkov trying to stall but Noriega improves his position.
#BC#
Noriega breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Noriega keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A little feinted left hand from Noriega on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Noriega throws a shot to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Volkov.
Pablo Noriega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov shoots for a takedown but Noriega saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Noriega lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Volkov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Noriega tries to kick Volkov off in order to stand up. Volkov Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Noriega tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Volkov tries to score with some ground and pound. Noriega controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Volkov throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Noriega works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Volkov wants to pass to mount but Noriega is defending the position.
Noriega is trying to get back to full guard.
Volkov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Noriega is not content to let Volkov control the position.#T3#
Volkov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Volkov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Noriega defending well though.
Volkov trying to control the action but Noriega is working from the bottom.
Noriega keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Volkov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
Volkov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Noriega defending well though.
Volkov winds up and cracks Noriega with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Volkov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Volkov passes to side control.
Volkov cracks Noriega with an elbow. That is naaassty.
The strikes coming from Volkov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but Noriega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Noriega defending against the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Noriega showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Noriega 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Noriega!
Pablo Noriega took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'This Victory To All My MS-13 Homies'. |
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Event:
PANDA 33
Date: Oct 16, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gold scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Volkov doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Volkov feints and as Gold raises his hands in defense, Volkov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Gold has his hands on Volkov's head, controlling the position.
Volkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Volkov is in close to Gold's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gold works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Gold blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gold keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gold works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Gold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Gold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Volkov being controlled here momentarily.
Volkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gold wants to sweep but no luck.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Volkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Gold trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gold throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD2#
and Volkov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Gold working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov. #T2#
Volkov postures up in Gold's guard and throws a big left but Gold blocks it.
Volkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Volkov throws an elbow that misses. Gold uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Volkov's guard. Nice move by Gold!#REVR#
Volkov 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#
Gold trying to control but Volkov postures up.
Volkov is trying to control. Gold wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gold is looking for a sweep. Volkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Volkov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gold sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
Volkov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Gold moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Volkov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Gold has wrist control.
Volkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Gold is retaining full guard.
Volkov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Volkov chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Gold is defending against the submission attempts here by Volkov.
#T4##SUB2#
Volkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gold has managed to free his arm - good work.
Volkov is trying to control the action in half guard but Gold is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gold is looking for a sweep. Volkov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gold has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Volkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gold with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Gold wants to get back to full guard but Volkov has passed into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Gold scores with a push kick.
Gold throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Volkov! But no joy.
Volkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gold keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab lands there for Volkov.
Volkov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Volkov fails with the takedown.
Volkov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gold catches Volkov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Volkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gold.
Gold looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.
Volkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Gold throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Volkov throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Gold to counter with a crisp jab.
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gold.
Volkov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
Volkov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Gold wants to get back to his feet but Volkov passes into half guard.
#REVR#
Gold gets full guard.
Volkov is working Gold over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gold keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Volkov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gold looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Gold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Volkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Volkov stays in close to Gold's body and controls the position.
Gold is controlling Volkov's posture.
Volkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gold keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass. #T3#
Volkov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but Gold is keeping the position.
Volkov postures up in Gold's guard and throws a big left but Gold blocks it.
Gold pulls Volkov in close to his closed guard and prevents Volkov from doing any damage or advancing position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Gold is trying to keep Volkov in close.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gold throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gold takes one on the button.#TD2#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into Gold's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T4#
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Gold blocks nicely.
Volkov won't allow Gold to sweep him here.
Volkov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Volkov working the ground and pound.
Volkov working the ground and pound.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Volkov cracks Gold with a big right hand but Gold just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov is chipping away with strikes.
Volkov looks up at the clock and then as Gold takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Volkov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Volkov scoring with punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Volkov misses with a takedown
and Gold counters with a body kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Volkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Gold, which made it look bad.
Gold avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gold fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Volkov manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Volkov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gold sprawls well initially but Volkov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Gold trying to hold on to Volkov's head to control him but Volkov postures up.
Volkov trying to control from half guard but Gold is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Volkov is working for a submission of some sort.
Volkov is thwarting Gold's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Volkov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Volkov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Gold because Volkov loaded up on that one.
Volkov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Volkov cracks Gold with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Volkov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Volkov landing strikes from the mount and Gold is in trouble! #ROC2#Gold is rocked!
Volkov thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Oh Gold is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
BOOM! Volkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Volkov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Volkov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Gold is bucking up trying to escape but Volkov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Volkov trying to control but Gold is having none of it.
Volkov prevents Gold from getting the reversal.
Liquid Gold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ivan Volkov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Volkov content just to control the position here.
Gold seems to have got his legs back now.
Gold wants to control but Volkov is having none of it.
Volkov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #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.
Volkov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Volkov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gold is looking to improve his position but Volkov isn't that keen on the idea.
Volkov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Volkov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
An out of breath Ivan Volkov 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:
PANDA 23
Date: Sep 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mayer throws out a loose jab but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov slips a jab from Mayer.
Volkov misses with a hook. Mayer ducked under it nicely.
Mayer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mayer as he avoids it easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mayer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A big left from Mayer misses.
Volkov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mayer shoots for a double leg takedown but Volkov sprawls well. He's pushed Mayer's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Volkov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mayer lands a head shot.
A cross from Mayer lands.
Volkov misses the shot to the body.
Mayer tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mayer throws a jab but it's blocked by Volkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Volkov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Volkov looks to land a strike but Mayer avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Volkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mayer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Volkov has managed to get both his arms back between Mayer's legs - danger averted.
Mayer keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov lands a couple of elbows.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Mayer keeps moving.
Volkov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Volkov landing some decent shots from guard.
Volkov postures up in Mayer's guard and throws a big left but Mayer blocks it.
Mayer has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Mayer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2##SUB2#
Mayer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mayer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Mayer keeps moving.
Volkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Volkov has gone for a leg lock! Mayer slips out almost immediately though and dives into Volkov's guard.#REVB#
Volkov is trying to control the position but Mayer postures up.
My spies in Dark Horse MMA inform me that Mayer has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Volkov wants to improve his position but instead Mayer has moved into half guard.
Volkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Volkov 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#
Mayer drops back, looking for a kneebar! Volkov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Volkov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Volkov! #REVR#
Mayer tries to bench press Volkov off him but Volkov keeps the position. #SUB#
Volkov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mayer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mayer is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Mayer manages to work his way to half guard, despite Volkov's best efforts.
Volkov winds up and cracks Mayer with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Volkov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
BOOM! Volkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
BOOM! Volkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Volkov breaks from Mayer's wrist control and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that round.
That's time! Volkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Mayer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mayer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Volkov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mayer looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.#TD2#
Mayer fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Volkov sprawls well initially but Mayer persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Volkov gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mayer stopping the sweep attempt from Volkov.#SUB2#
Mayer is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Volkov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Volkov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Mayer working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Volkov has passed into half guard!
Well, if Volkov 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.
#T1#
Mayer regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Volkov.
We've been hearing that Volkov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from Mayer.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mayer works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mayer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mayer has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Mayer escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Volkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Volkov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mayer is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mayer has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Volkov has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Mayer should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Volkov has tightened it up now! Mayer 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 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ivan Volkov!
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Volkov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
JAG Jones-Garuda
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Volkov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Juntta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.
Juntta shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A telegraphed right hand from Volkov misses the target.
Volkov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Volkov has Juntta up against the cage in a clinch.
Juntta softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Juntta.
Juntta throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Juntta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Juntta lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Volkov has been cut.
Juntta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Volkov lands a nice shot to the body.
Juntta lands an elbow inside that Volkov shrugs off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Juntta misses with a body punch.
Juntta told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Volkov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Junttas head.
Juntta gets underhooks to prevent Volkov's takedown attempt.
Juntta misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Juntta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Juntta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Volkov blocks an elbow strike.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Juntta.
Juntta lands with a short shot to the head.
Volkov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Juntta pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Juntta lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Juntta's jab looks to have found its range, popping Volkov under the eye.
Jesse Juntta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov fails with the takedown.
Juntta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL2#
Juntta darts in and clinches Volkov up against the cage.
Juntta looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Volkov stalling against the cage.
Volkov blocks the elbow strike.
#T2#
Juntta looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short right from Volkov.
Volkov dodges an elbow strike from Juntta.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Juntta.
Volkov just leaning against Juntta, taking a breather.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short left from Volkov.
Volkov misses with a body punch.
Juntta stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Juntta.
Volkov avoids the elbow strike from Juntta, against the cage.
Volkov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Juntta.
A right handed body shot lands from Juntta.
Juntta misses with an elbow over the top.
Juntta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Volkov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Juntta lands an elbow inside that Volkov shrugs off.
Juntta lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Juntta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Juntta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Volkov avoids the elbow strike from Juntta, against the cage.
Juntta has Volkov pressed against the cage, preventing Volkov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Juntta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Juntta misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Juntta.
Juntta lands a body shot.
Volkov blocks the elbow strike.
Juntta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Juntta misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Juntta.
Volkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Juntta pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Juntta.
Volkov working aggressively here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Juntta.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Juntta pushes Volkov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Juntta gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Volkov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Juntta up against the cage.#T4#
Juntta tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
#TD#
Volkov is trying to trip Juntta. He has hold of a leg but Juntta is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Volkov persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Juntta scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Volkov stuns Juntta with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Juntta feints a jab promting Volkov to slip. Juntta then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Volkov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Volkov defending well as Juntta loads up on a big left hand.
Juntta lands with an uppercut that bounces Volkov off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Juntta moves into range and clinches up with Volkov.
Juntta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Juntta lands a damaging elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Juntta.
Juntta lands an elbow inside.
Volkov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Volkov dodges an elbow strike from Juntta.
Juntta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jesse Juntta dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Volkov'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.#R2#
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Juntta throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Juntta misses with a lunging right hand
and Juntta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Juntta misses with a body shot.
Juntta lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Juntta.
A right-left combo lands from Volkov.
Volkov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Juntta misses.
Juntta misses with a leg kick
and Volkov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Volkov missing with a left hand there. Juntta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Juntta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A nice side step and Juntta releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Volkov is looking to clinch but Juntta is avoiding it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov misses with a body shot.
Volkov avoids the head kick by Juntta.
The fighters circling - Juntta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Volkov moves forwards but Juntta connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1##CL#
Volkov moves into the clinch successfully.
Volkov can't get the takedown.
Juntta lands a hook to the side of the head.
Volkov blocking some punches.
Juntta misses with the head strike.
Volkov blocks an elbow strike from Juntta.
#TD#
Juntta is fighting off a takedown attempt but Volkov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Juntta to the mat. Juntta regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Juntta has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Volkov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Juntta stuffs the takedown attempt from Volkov. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov moves out of range of the strikes.
Volkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Juntta circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Juntta misses the shot to the body.
Volkov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Juntta tries to avoid it but Volkov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Juntta to the ground. Juntta escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Juntta. Volkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Juntta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
Volkov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Juntta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Juntta dips to his left and cracks Volkov with an uppercut!
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Volkov with a poor takedown
and Juntta counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Juntta wants to clinch up but Volkov keeps it at a distance.
Volkov is looking to clinch but Juntta is avoiding it.
Juntta cracks a nice hook into Volkov's ribs.
Volkov fails with a takedown attempt.
Juntta appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Juntta slips a jab and a cross from Volkov.
Volkov blocks a head kick by Juntta.
Volkov shoots in but Juntta avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Juntta, as that shot connected.
Juntta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
No luck for Volkov with that takedown attempt.
Juntta appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Juntta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Juntta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Volkov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Juntta's head backwards.
Volkov keeps the fight on the outside.
Juntta is looking to clinch but Volkov is avoiding it.
A telegraphed right hand from Volkov misses the target.
Juntta misses with a body shot.
Juntta pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Volkov back to the cage. Juntta follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Volkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Juntta.
Volkov dives in for a single leg takedown but Juntta sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Juntta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Juntta tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Volkov is able to avoid easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Juntta. That's going to slow Volkov down. #T4#
Volkov lands a jab.
Juntta lands with an overhand left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Juntta stalks Volkov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Volkov's face. Volkov staggers backwards, shaken.
Juntta lands a slapping body shot.
Juntta misses with a series of wild punches.
Juntta lands a nice shot to the body.
Volkov staying out of range there.#CL2#
Juntta closes the distance and clinches.
Juntta misses with an elbow strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Juntta prevents the takedown attempt.
Juntta working aggressively here.
Jesse Juntta seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Juntta digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Juntta has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jesse Juntta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Volkov'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. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Juntta moves into the clinch successfully.
Juntta throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Juntta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Juntta.
Volkov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Juntta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Juntta blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Juntta is leaning against Volkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short uppercut from Juntta.
A short uppercut from Volkov.
A right hook to the body lands for Juntta.
Volkov wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Juntta.
Juntta misses with a punch to the body.
Juntta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Juntta digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkov takes an elbow to the forehead.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T1#
Volkov lands a shot to the body.
Juntta tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Juntta back against the cage.
Juntta pushes Volkov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Juntta lands with a short shot to the head.
Juntta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Juntta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
Volkov takes a shot to the head.
Volkov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Juntta lands an elbow inside.
Juntta prevents a body shot from Volkov.
Juntta lands a body punch in the clinch.
Juntta lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#Ivan Volkov's cut is getting worse.
Juntta throws an elbow that misses.
Volkov dodges an elbow strike from Juntta.
Juntta works on Volkov's body with a couple of short punches.
Juntta lands a body punch in the clinch.
Juntta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jesse Juntta is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Nice elbow from Juntta.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Juntta.
Juntta prevents the takedown attempt.
Juntta lands an elbow just above Volkov 's eye.
Juntta creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Volkov's defenses.
Juntta lands an elbow inside that Volkov shrugs off. #CUT2#Ivan Volkov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Juntta.
A nice right hand lands inside from Juntta.
Volkov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Juntta.
Juntta lands an elbow inside.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Juntta just misses with a elbow thrown towards Volkov's brow.
Volkov lands a nice shot to the body.
Juntta lands a hook that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Juntta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Juntta lands an elbow inside. #T3#
Juntta lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Juntta prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Juntta misses with a body punch.
Volkov tries to break free but Juntta pushes him back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Volkov.
Juntta lands a body shot.
Juntta digs a right hand into Volkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Volkov's gas tank.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov is trying to stall.
Juntta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Volkov takes an elbow to the temple.
Juntta lands a hook to the side of the head.
Juntta makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Volkov takes a shot to the head.
Volkov stalling.
A right hand to the body from Juntta.
#T4#
Juntta gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Juntta lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Jeez, Ivan Volkov's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Juntta just misses with a elbow thrown towards Volkov's brow.
Juntta digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Volkov can't find room to land a body shot as Juntta controls the action.
Volkov struggles to land a body shot inside as Juntta controls his hands.
Volkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice glancing elbow lands by Juntta.
Volkov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Juntta gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Ivan Volkov's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jesse Juntta!
Jesse Juntta decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
JAG Rivalry
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shalit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Volkov tries for a takedown but Shalit manages to get underhooks.
Volkov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Shalit.
Volkov blocking some punches.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Volkov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Volkov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Shalit stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Shalit is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Volkov to keep the fight standing.
A nice left hand lands by Volkov.
Shalit lands a right hand.
Shalit pushes Volkov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Shalit scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shalit tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Shalit back against the cage.
Shalit is pressed up against the cage. Volkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Shalit down to the mat. Shalit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Elazar Shalit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov lunges at Shalit with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Shalit's hand.
Volkov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Volkov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shalit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov misses with a takedown attempt - Shalit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Shalit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Volkov.
Shalit stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Shalit wants it to stay on the feet.
Shalit scores with a nice head shot.
Elazar Shalit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shalit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Shalit lands a right hook to the body.
Volkov shoots for a takedown but Shalit saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Shalit connects with a right hand. Volkov shakes it off.
Shalit throws a leg kick which misses Volkov's front leg but catches the back leg as Volkov tries to avoid it.
Elazar Shalit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Volkov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Shalit.
Shalit working aggressively here.
Shalit gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Shalit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shalit lands an uppercut.
Shalit stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
#T2#
Volkov lands a shoulder strike.
Shalit misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Shalit.
Shalit tries to work over Volkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good body shot from Shalit.
Shalit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Volkov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Shalit is keeping busy.
Shalit working aggressively here.
Shalit swings wildly with an uppercut but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Shalit pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD2#
Volkov shoots in and bounces Shalit off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Shalit managing to control the position.
Shalit seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T3#
Volkov postures up in Shalit's guard and throws a big left but Shalit blocks it.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shalit controls Volkov momentarily but Volkov frees himself. #SUB#
Shalit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Volkov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Shalit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Volkov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Shalit is trying to control the position but Volkov postures up. #SUB#
Shalit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Volkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Volkov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Shalit has his foot on Volkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Volkov works his way back into a safe position though.
Volkov passes Shalit's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shalit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a kimura here.
Shalit is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Elazar Shalit 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#
Volkov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shalit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Volkov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Volkov.
Donk. Shalit catches Volkov right on the button with a cross.
Volkov throws a body punch but Shalit moves out of range.
Shalit misses with a body kick.
Shalit throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL#
Shalit has Volkov up against the cage in a clinch.
Volkov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Shalit throws a head punch that misses.
Volkov has Shalit pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Shalit manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Shalit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shalit lands a body shot.
Volkov goes for a takedown attempt but Shalit pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Elazar Shalit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov staying out of range there.
Volkov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Shalit tests Volkov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shalit scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Shalit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Volkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Volkov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Shalit to the ground. Volkov is now in Shalit's guard.
Shalit managing to control the position.
Volkov with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Shalit has his foot on Volkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Volkov works his way back into a safe position though.
Shalit utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Shalit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shalit looking to control.
Volkov trying to control but Shalit is working from the bottom.
Shalit tries to strike from the bottom.
#T2#
Shalit is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Shalit looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shalit controlling Volkov's posture.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Shalit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Shalit trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov wants to clinch.
Shalit misses with a straight left.
Volkov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shalit sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Volkov somewhat.#T3#
Shalit throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
Volkov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL#
Shalit clinches up against the cage.
Shalit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Shalit can't find room to land a body shot as Volkov controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
Shalit tries to pull guard but Volkov won't allow it.
Shalit tries to pull guard but Volkov holds him up against the cage and eventually Shalit drops back down to his feet.
Volkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Shalit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Shalit has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
Shalit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Shalit misses with the head strike.
Shalit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Shalit scores with a nice hook to the head.
Elazar Shalit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Shalit misses with a body punch.
#T4#
Shalit lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shalit prevents the takedown attempt.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shalit lands a shot to the body.
Shalit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Volkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Shalit is defending well.
Volkov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Volkov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Shalit gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Shalit works on Volkov's body with a couple of short punches.
Volkov is breathing heavily.
Shalit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Volkov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Shalit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
Shalit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shalit.
Shalit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Elazar Shalit dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Shalit looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shalit misses the shot to the body.
Shalit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Volkov checks a low kick from Shalit.
Volkov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Volkov moves away from the strike by Shalit.
Volkov fails to land the takedown.
Volkov misses the jab.
Shalit tries a low kick but Volkov avoids it.
Shalit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov avoids the head kick by Shalit.
Shalit walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Volkov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Volkov shoots in but Shalit avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Shalit.
Elazar Shalit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Shalit scores with a nice strike.
Shalit drops his hands momentarily and Volkov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Volkov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Shalit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shalit clobbers Volkov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Shalit throws a leg kick but Volkov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Volkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Shalit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Volkov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Shalit cracks a nice hook into Volkov's ribs.
Volkov connects with a nice looking jab.
Shalit looks to land a left hand but Volkov moved out of range nicely.
Volkov moves out of range of the strikes.
Elazar Shalit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Volkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shalit.
Volkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Volkov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Shalit connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Volkov scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab from Shalit.
Shalit misses with a straight left.
Volkov goes for a double leg but Shalit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Shalit continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shalit's guard.
Shalit has his hands on Volkov's head, controlling the position.
Shalit keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
Shalit is pulling down on Volkov's head to control his posture. #T3#
Volkov trying to control but Shalit is working from the bottom.
Shalit controlling Volkov's posture.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Shalit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov has a takedown stuffed.
The fighters circling - Shalit throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Shalit slaps away a takedown attempt from Volkov, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Shalit is looking to slow Volkov down with leg kicks.
Elazar Shalit is winning the standup battle so far.
A nice leg kick lands there from Shalit.
Volkov keeps the fight on the outside.
Volkov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Shalit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
Shalit gets a clinch.
Volkov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shalit blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shalit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Volkov has time to react.
Volkov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shalit.
Volkov tries to move into range but Shalit moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Shalit throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
The fighters circling - Volkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Shalit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Elazar Shalit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shalit, 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elazar Shalit!
Elazar Shalit thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
JAG Redemption
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1#
Shalit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Volkov moves in looking to clinch but Shalit pushes him off.
Shalit misses the jab.
Shalit walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Volkov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shalit throws out the jab.
Volkov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Volkov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Volkov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shalit throws a poor cross that misses
and Volkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Volkov scores with a nice head shot.
Volkov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Volkov feinted with a counter takedown.
Shalit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shalit tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Volkov defends well and Shalit ends up having to push Volkov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Volkov is looking to counter punch.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Shalit tries to sprawl out of it but Volkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Shalit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shalit throws a looping overhand right but Volkov ducks down to avoid it.
Shalit lands a slapping body shot.
Volkov moves out of range of the strikes.
Elazar Shalit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov slips under a jab from Shalit.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Shalit.
Volkov fails with a takedown attempt.
Shalit throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Volkov's head.#CL#
Volkov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Volkov trying to control the position but instead, Shalit has worked for underhooks and has pushed Volkov into the cage.
Shalit tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
#BC#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shalit connects with a high kick.
Shalit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Volkov slips under a jab from Shalit.
Volkov attempts a counter takedown but Shalit avoids it well and moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Volkov.
Shalit moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.#CL#
Volkov moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2#
Shalit digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Shalit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov looking to stall.
Volkov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov pushes Shalit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Volkov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A short left from Shalit.
Shalit misses with some punches.
Volkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shalit's elbow.
Shalit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov tries a body shot but Shalit blocks it.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shalit misses with a punch on the inside.
Shalit prevents a body shot from Volkov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Volkov.
Shalit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD#
Volkov wants the takedown. Shalit is fighting it off but Volkov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Shalit's guard against the cage.#SUB2#
Shalit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Volkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Shalit is tightening it up a little... Volkov has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Volkov reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Volkov taps out! Nice BJJ there by Shalit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Elazar Shalit!
After winning the bout, Elazar Shalit 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:
JAG Quarantine
Date: May 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Volkov moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Arlington gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Volkov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Volkov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Arlington gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Arlington postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Arlington trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Volkov controls Arlington momentarily but Arlington frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
My spies in Fist of Fury Training Center inform me that Arlington has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Arlington wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving.
Volkov working a defensive guard but Arlington manages to pass into side control anyway.
#T1#
Arlington scoring with punches and elbows.
Volkov prevents Arlington from moving into mount.
Volkov is not content to let Arlington control the position.
Volkov is trying to improve his position.
Volkov is letting Arlington control him for a moment.
Volkov is trying to control Arlington's posture but Arlington avoids it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Volkov tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Volkov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Arlington thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Arlington working away.
Volkov being controlled for a moment.
Arlington trying to control the position but Volkov is working away.
Volkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Arlington controlling from side mount.
Arlington trying to control the position but Volkov is working away.
Arlington tries to advance to mount but Volkov denies him.
Arlington is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Volkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Arlington defends well and Volkov ends up having to push Arlington into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Arlington is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Arlington circles away and we're back to standing.
Decent striking displayed by Arlington there.
Arlington lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Volkov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Arlington swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Arlington throws an overhand right that lands on Volkov's shoulder, as Volkov tries to avoid the shot.
Arlington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov with a poor takedown
and Arlington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Arlington looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Arlington is trying to control the action in half guard but Volkov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arlington takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Volkov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arlington is working away from the top position though.
Volkov wants to improve his position but Arlington is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jason Arlington dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Arlington gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Arlington has his foot on Volkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Volkov works his way back into a safe position though.
Volkov preventing the sweep.
Volkov landing some decent shots from guard.
Volkov trying to control but Arlington is working from the bottom.
Arlington is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from Arlington.#SUB#
Volkov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Arlington looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Arlington looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Arlington! #REVB#
Arlington wants to control but Volkov is keeping him busy. #T1#
Arlington working away.
Volkov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Volkov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Volkov manages to get back to half guard.
Arlington prevents Volkov from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Arlington is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Volkov sees it coming and defends easily.
Volkov is refusing to be controlled, as Arlington sits in half guard.
Arlington has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Arlington might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Volkov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
Arlington trying to mount his opponent but Volkov defends it.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Arlington is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkov manages to get to full guard.
Volkov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Arlington manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Volkov postures up.
#SUB2#
Arlington is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Volkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Volkov won't allow Arlington to sweep him here.
Arlington trying to keep a closed guard but Volkov is proving a slippery customer.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Arlington keeps moving.
Arlington looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
Arlington keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Volkov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Arlington seems keen to control Volkov's posture.
Volkov is looking to pass into half guard but Arlington pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Arlington is in guard.#REVB#
Arlington trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Volkov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arlington doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arlington manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arlington cracks Volkov with a solid left hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Arlington from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ivan Volkov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Volkov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Volkov dives in and scores a takedown into Arlington's guard.
Arlington not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Volkov landing with the ground and pound.
Jason Arlington has got the better of the ground game so far.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Arlington escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Volkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Arlington is controlling Volkov's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arlington wants to sweep here but Volkov controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Arlington is trying to keep Volkov in close.
Volkov is working Arlington over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Arlington lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Volkov looking for a guillotine here but Arlington defends easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Arlington's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Arlington wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving. #T2#
Volkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arlington is one step ahead there.
Volkov is trying to control the position but Arlington postures up.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Volkov is working hard here to advance position.
Volkov controls Arlington momentarily but Arlington frees himself.
Arlington connects with a couple of short punches.
Volkov pulls Arlington in close to his closed guard and prevents Arlington from doing any damage or advancing position.
Arlington trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Volkov seems keen to control Arlington's posture.
Arlington trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Arlington shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Volkov fails with a takedown attempt.
Arlington throws a combination. Volkov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Arlington darts in looking for a takedown but Volkov gets double underhooks and turns Arlington into the cage.
Good exchange - Volkov coming out on top.
Arlington scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nice shot lands for Volkov.#T4#
Volkov misses with a hook
and Arlington counters with a straight right hand.
Arlington dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Arlington throws out a powerful jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arlington takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Volkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Arlington did well to prevent Volkov getting side control.#SUB#
Volkov wants to work for an arm triangle but Arlington is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Volkov winds up and cracks Arlington with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Arlington is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ivan Volkov.
I think Volkov 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Volkov!
A victorious Ivan Volkov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
JAG Onslaught
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Volkov misses with a wild body shot.
Arlington tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Volkov swivels and escapes.
A nice side step and Volkov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Arlington displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
Arlington lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Volkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Arlington swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Volkov connects with a right hand. Arlington shakes it off.
Good standup being displayed there by Arlington as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Arlington scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Arlington wants to control but Volkov is keeping him busy.
Volkov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Volkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Volkov wants to sweep but no luck.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Arlington 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#
Arlington 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.
Arlington trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Volkov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Arlington is aware though and is defending well.
Volkov looking to control.
Arlington trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arlington pushing down on Volkov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Arlington trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Arlington perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Volkov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Arlington's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Arlington's back!#T2##SUB2#
Volkov has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Arlington has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Volkov is hanging on to Arlington's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Volkov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Arlington knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Arlington for a finish.
Arlington rolls, trying to escape but Volkov keeps control of the position.
Arlington trying to control the action but Volkov just sinks the hooks in.
Arlington tries to escape the position.
Arlington breaks Volkov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#T3#
Arlington stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arlington won't allow Volkov to sweep him here.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Arlington from controlling successfully.
Volkov keeping full guard, as Arlington tries to pass.
Arlington trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Volkov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Arlington is aware though and is defending well.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Arlington from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Volkov controls Arlington momentarily but Arlington frees himself.
Arlington is pushing down on Volkov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Volkov is fighting to maintain full guard but Arlington has managed to sneak the leg through.
Arlington drops an elbow to the side of Volkov's head.
Arlington is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Volkov is trying to control but Arlington manages to pass to mount!
Volkov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jason Arlington 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#
Volkov shoots for a takedown but Arlington saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Arlington fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Volkov to the ground. Arlington is now in Volkov's guard.
Arlington trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arlington is stalling in the full guard.
Arlington tries to free his leg and advance position but Volkov is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Volkov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Volkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arlington looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Volkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arlington has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Volkov has managed to get both his arms back between Arlington's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Arlington wants to sweep here but Volkov controlling him for the moment.
Arlington trying to keep a closed guard but Volkov is proving a slippery customer.
Volkov postures up in Arlington's guard and throws a big left but Arlington blocks it.
Jason Arlington overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Arlington keeps moving.
Arlington tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Arlington has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Volkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Volkov pushing down on Arlington's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Arlington makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Arlington.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Arlington keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Arlington is adopting a defensive guard.#T3##SUB#
Arlington looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Arlington preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Arlington shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Arlington was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Arlington is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
Volkov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Arlington is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
Volkov is trying to get back to full guard.
Arlington controlling the action here.#T4#
Arlington passes to full mount!
Volkov tries to lock up and control but Arlington gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Volkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arlington wants to control the pace but Volkov is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arlington is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Volkov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Volkov tries to reverse the position but Arlington maintains control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jason Arlington dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Volkov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
An attempted straight right counter from Arlington misses the target.
Arlington thows a left - swing and a miss!
Arlington throws a hook but Volkov avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Volkov misses its intended target.
Arlington swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Volkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Arlington.
Arlington throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Volkov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Arlington looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Arlington is working to avoid the ground and pound but Volkov connects with a decent elbow.
Arlington gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Arlington works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Arlington escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Volkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Arlington is pulling down on Volkov's head. It's preventing any offense from Volkov, at least for the moment.#T1#
Arlington 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.
Arlington is working hard here to advance position.
Arlington pulls Volkov in close to prevent any damage.
Volkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Arlington is trying to keep Volkov in close.
Volkov passes into half guard.
Arlington is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Volkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Arlington has managed to free his arm - good work.
Arlington is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Volkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Volkov's back!
Volkov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Arlington.
Volkov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Arlington unloading with bombs!
Volkov is looking to improve his position but Arlington isn't that keen on the idea.
Arlington lands with some strikes.#T3#
Volkov is squirming around, avoiding Arlington's attempts to control the action.
Arlington with good strikes from the mount here!
Arlington controlling from mount.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov working to try and regain half guard.
Volkov holds of for dear life.
Arlington landing punches. #T4#
Volkov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Arlington tries to control but Volkov wriggling away.
Volkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arlington tries to control but Volkov wriggling away.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Arlington cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arlington raining down shots from the mount!
Volkov flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Arlington showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Arlington has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jason Arlington!
An out of breath Jason Arlington 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:
JAG Garuda vs Raper
Date: Feb 29, 2020 |
#R1#
BySubtraction lands with an overhand left.
Volkov tries to clinch but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Volkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but BySubtraction was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
Volkov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
BySubtraction misses the shot to the body. #CL#
BySubtraction rushes Volkov and presses him up against the cage.
Volkov managing to block the knees to the body from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction swings wildly with an uppercut but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
BySubtraction gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
BySubtraction is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Volkov is defending well for now.
BySubtraction connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Volkov has been cut.
BySubtraction misses with a short punch on the inside.
Volkov lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
BySubtraction is fighting off a takedown attempt but Volkov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip BySubtraction to the mat. BySubtraction regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
BySubtraction working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
BySubtraction trying to keep a closed guard but Volkov is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
BySubtraction working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
BySubtraction pulls Volkov in to control the position. #SUB2#
Volkov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've been hearing good reports from BySubtraction'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.
BySubtraction working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
BySubtraction working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
BySubtraction has his foot on Volkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Volkov works his way back into a safe position though.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Volkov is in close to BySubtraction's body, working some short punches and elbows.
BySubtraction keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of BySubtraction's head.#T2##SUB#
Volkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and BySubtraction has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Volkov has managed to get both his arms back between BySubtraction's legs - danger averted.
Volkov wants to control from the top but BySubtraction keeps moving. #SUB#
BySubtraction looking for a guillotine here but Volkov defends easily.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
BySubtraction is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Volkov defends well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Volkov wants to control from the top but BySubtraction keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Volkov wants to control from the top but BySubtraction keeps moving.
Volkov being controlled here momentarily.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
BySubtraction has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Volkov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Volkov walks into a stiff left hand from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
BySubtraction misses with a body shot.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Volkov swings for the body but BySubtraction moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by BySubtraction there.
Volkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but BySubtraction swivels and escapes.
An attempted straight right counter from BySubtraction misses the target.#T4#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by BySubtraction.
Volkov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice sprawl there from BySubtraction as Volkov shoots in.
Addition BySubtraction has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov wants to clinch up but BySubtraction keeps it at a distance.
Volkov slips under a jab.
BySubtraction lands a lovely overhand right.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Volkov cracks BySubtraction with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
BySubtraction tries to sprawl but Volkov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Volkov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but BySubtraction does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
BySubtraction trying to control but Volkov postures up.
Volkov winds up and cracks BySubtraction with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Volkov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. BySubtraction doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Volkov.
Volkov is keen to just control but BySubtraction is a slippery customer.
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 Addition BySubtraction will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Volkov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown. BySubtraction tries to sprawl out of it but Volkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. BySubtraction manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
BySubtraction tries to clinch but Volkov is having none of it.
Volkov slips a jab from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction throws a body punch but Volkov moves out of range.
Volkov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Volkov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
BySubtraction tries to close the distance and clinch up but Volkov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Volkov misses with a takedown attempt - BySubtraction sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Volkov throws a shot to the body.
Volkov takes one on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov walks into a straight right hand from BySubtraction.
Volkov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Addition BySubtraction has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown. BySubtraction tries to sprawl out of it but Volkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. BySubtraction manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
BySubtraction staying out of range there.#T1#
BySubtraction tries to clinch up but Volkov circles away and keeps his distance.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by BySubtraction.
Volkov feints the counter takedown.
BySubtraction swats away the attempt to clinch by Volkov.
BySubtraction looks to score with a jab to the body but Volkov is just out of range.
BySubtraction tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Volkov was well out of range. Poor timing from BySubtraction.#CL2#
Volkov clinches.
BySubtraction throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Volkov gets through BySubtraction's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
BySubtraction tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
BySubtraction tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
BySubtraction softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
BySubtraction fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
BySubtraction lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
BySubtraction swings away with an uppercut that misses.
BySubtraction throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Volkov tries to work over BySubtraction's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from BySubtraction. #T2#
BySubtraction lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BySubtraction scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Knees in the clinch landing for BySubtraction.
Volkov lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
BySubtraction landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Volkov blocks a body shot from BySubtraction.
Volkov prevents a body shot from BySubtraction.
BySubtraction lands with a right to the head.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
Volkov wants a takedown but no success here.
BySubtraction landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
BySubtraction is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
A right hand to the body from BySubtraction.
Volkov is breathing heavily.
BySubtraction lands a hook that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
BySubtraction lands a hook to the side of the head.
BySubtraction with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A nice left hand lands by BySubtraction.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from BySubtraction. #T3#
Volkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but BySubtraction pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Volkov takes a knee right on the jaw!
Volkov takes a shot to the head.
Volkov drops down looking for an ankle pick but BySubtraction pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
BySubtraction forces Volkov back against the cage and clinches.
Volkov pushes BySubtraction back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #KD#
BySubtraction lands a big knee to the head and Volkov goes down! BySubtraction is looking to finish! #ROC#
Volkov is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
BySubtraction tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no BySubtraction has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Volkov is still in real trouble! Can BySubtraction finish him?
Volkov is letting BySubtraction control him for a moment.
Volkov seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
BySubtraction wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Volkov, who protects the arm well. #T4#
BySubtraction is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
BySubtraction trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Volkov is looking for a sweep.
Volkov keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
BySubtraction is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Volkov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
BySubtraction tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Addition BySubtraction dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Volkov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
BySubtraction dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Volkov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Volkov trying to control from half guard but BySubtraction is working away.
Volkov lands strikes from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Volkov is trying to work for a kimura but BySubtraction is defending well.
BySubtraction trying to control but Volkov postures up.
#T1#
BySubtraction on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
BySubtraction moves into full guard.
BySubtraction has his hands on Volkov's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
BySubtraction working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Volkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Volkov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Addition BySubtraction is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Volkov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
BySubtraction controlling the position.
Volkov is in close to BySubtraction's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
BySubtraction has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
BySubtraction keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
BySubtraction not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Volkov is fighting to break BySubtraction's control of his arms but BySubtraction is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Volkov ducks under a wild hook from BySubtraction.#TD2#
Volkov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. BySubtraction looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T3#
BySubtraction is trying to control Volkov's posture but Volkov avoids it.
Volkov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused BySubtraction some visible discomfort.
#SUB2#
Volkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
BySubtraction can't do much from the bottom here.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but BySubtraction is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
BySubtraction struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Volkov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. BySubtraction knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #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.
BySubtraction is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on BySubtraction's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
BySubtraction is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Volkov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Volkov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but BySubtraction is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
BySubtraction can't do much from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think BySubtraction 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 James Glass scores the fight for Addition BySubtraction!
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Addition BySubtraction!
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight for Addition BySubtraction!
Addition BySubtraction wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Addition BySubtraction made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Eternity 1: Origin Story
Date: Nov 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Jack swings widly with a right hand
and Volkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice takedown defense from Jack. No joy for Volkov on that attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Jack misses the target.
Jack cracks a nice hook into Volkov's ribs.
Volkov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jack was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
We've been told by Jack's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Jack gets tackled into the cage by Volkov. Volkov maintains the clinch.
Volkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Volkov breaks from the clinch.
Jack fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Volkov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jack throws a nice outside leg kick.
Volkov shoots in but no luck this time.
Jack is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Taylor Jack has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Jack scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Volkov doesn't seem bothered though.
Jack misses the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov tries to clinch but Jack moves away
and Jack counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Volkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Jack counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jack defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Volkov.
Volkov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Jack to counter with a crisp jab.
Jack gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Volkov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jack counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Volkov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jack counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Volkov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jack throws a big shot that misses.
A little jabbing left from Volkov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jack throws a hook but Volkov avoids it easily.
Jack throws the left hand but Volkov avoids the punch easily.
Volkov tries to clinch but Jack is having none of it. #TD2#
Volkov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Jack takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Jack takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Volkov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Volkov tries to advance to mount but Jack denies him.
Volkov slows the pace down.
The ground and pound from Volkov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Volkov tries for a kimura but Jack is defending well.
Volkov throwing strikes but Jack manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Volkov is looking to regain half guard here but Jack keeps moving and retains side control.
Jack wants to control but Volkov is keeping him busy.
Jack controlling from side mount.
Volkov prevents Jack from moving into mount. #T4#
Volkov manages to get back to half guard.
Jack throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Volkov tries to roll over but Jack keeps him under control.
Volkov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jack.
Volkov trying to control from the bottom.
Jack wants to lay and pray for a moment but Volkov keeps working.
Volkov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jack's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jack's back!#SUB2#
Volkov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Jack defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Even with his hooks in, Volkov manages to miss with strikes from the back.
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 Taylor Jack will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Volkov fails to land the takedown.
Volkov misses with a hook to the body
and Jack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Volkov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jack manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Volkov misses with a looping right.
Volkov throws a right hand that misses
and Volkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Volkov misses with a takedown
and Jack counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Volkov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jack can pounce on him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jack avoids the body shot from Volkov.
Volkov throws a right hand that Jack ducks under and follows up with a left that Jack also avoids with ease.
Jack was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jack misses with an uppercut. Volkov saw that one coming.
Volkov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Volkov moves to clinch but Jack breaks away
and Jack makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Jack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
A nice side step and Volkov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Volkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jack circles away.
Taylor Jack has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov blocks a leg kick.
Volkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Volkov checks a low kick from Jack.
A swing and a miss from Jack.
Jack does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jack swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Volkov fails to land the takedown.
Jack throwing a counter right hand but Volkov manages to avoid it.
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Volkov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Volkov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Volkov misses with a body shot.
Jack swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Volkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jack.
Jack circles away from the clinch attempt.
#TD2#
Volkov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Ivan Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Volkov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
What's Jack going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
An elbow from Volkov crashes against the mat.
#SUB2#
Volkov tries for a kimura but Jack is defending well. #T3#
Volkov cracks Jack with a big right hand but Jack just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Jack manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Volkov.
Jack 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.
Volkov passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Volkov seems to be looking for submissions.
Ground and pound from Volkov. #T4#
Volkov wants to control but Jack is keeping him busy.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Volkov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Jack is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Jack dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jack keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Jack is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Taylor Jack will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Volkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Jack circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Jack misses the target.
A jab from Jack misses.
Volkov is looking for the big counter here.
Jack throws a low kick but Volkov moves out of range easily.
Jack scores with a jab. Volkov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Volkov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jack counters with a straight right hand.
Taylor Jack is winning the standup battle so far.
Jack connects with a nice looking jab.
Jack connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jack looks to score with a jab to the body but Volkov is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jack circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Jack to counter with a crisp jab.
Volkov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
A lazy left from Jack finds it's target.
Volkov shoots and misses
and Jack counters with an outside leg kick.
Volkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jack lands with a nice body punch.
Volkov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jack sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Volkov somewhat.
Taylor Jack has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
A punch lands to the side of Jack 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Volkov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Jack on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jack swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Volkov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Volkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jack throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Volkov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jack is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Jack circles away and we're back to standing.
Jack swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Volkov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Donk. Jack catches Volkov right on the button with a cross.
Jack misses with an uppercut. Volkov saw that one coming.
Jack connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Volkov momentarily.
Jack is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jack fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jack stuffs the takedown attempt from Volkov. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Volkov fails with the takedown
enabling Jack to counter with a crisp jab.
Jack lunges at Volkov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Volkov's hand. #T3#
Jack throws a body punch but Volkov moves out of range.
Jack misses with a right hand
and Volkov counters with a nice uppercut.
Volkov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Volkov slips a straight right by Jack.
Jack connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Volkov has his takedown stuffed
and Volkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Volkov slips under a jab from Jack.
A countering left hand to the body from Volkov misses.
Jack throws a hook but Volkov blocks it.#T4#
Volkov darts in looking for a takedown but Jack gets double underhooks and turns Volkov into the cage.
Volkov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jack looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jack stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jack wants it to stay on the feet.
A quick step to the side and Jack tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
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!
Volkov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jack sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Volkov somewhat.
Volkov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jack.
Taylor Jack is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Volkov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jack.
And that's the end of the fight!
Taylor Jack showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jack, 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taylor Jack!
During a confident post fight interview, Taylor Jack thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 96
Date: Nov 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Volkov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Volkov. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm misses with a double jab.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Volkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Volkov.
Storm wants to counter the offense by Volkov and move into the clinch position.
Storm misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Storm clinches up against the ropes.
Volkov can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Volkov stalls.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Storm works on Volkov's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
Volkov pulls Storm into guard.
#SUB#
Volkov has an active guard here but Storm has managed to pass into half guard.
Storm is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Storm trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Storm not doing much here.
Volkov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Volkov.#SUB#
Volkov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Volkov wants to sweep here but Storm controlling him for the moment.
Storm must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Storm wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving.
Volkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Volkov working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Storm got a little sloppy there for a moment and Volkov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Storm has managed to get both his arms back between Volkov's legs - danger averted.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
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.#T3#
Volkov 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#
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Storm's head.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Storm keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Volkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Storm knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Volkov seems to be working for a kimura but Storm defends the submission attempt.
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Storm 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.#T4##SUB#
Volkov is working for a submission of some sort.
Storm wants to improve his position but Volkov is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Volkov looking for a submission but Storm manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Volkov throws a strike but Storm rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Volkov misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Volkov. #CL#
Volkov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the ropes.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
I was talking to Volkov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Volkov manages to break the clinch.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm throws the left hand but Volkov avoids the punch easily.
Volkov moves in looking to clinch but Storm pushes him off.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Volkov off the ropes and back into range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Volkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Storm circles away.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.#T1#
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
That kick from Storm tenderised Volkov's leg. Volkov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Storm jabs Volkov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm wants to clinch up but Volkov keeps it at a distance.
Volkov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Volkov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm lands with a right hand.
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
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!
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
Volkov misses the body punch #CL2#
and Storm counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Storm.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Volkov wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
Storm blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Storm gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm lands a left hand.
A short right from Storm. #BC#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Volkov.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Volkov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
As Storm looks to move away, Volkov throws a big counter combo but Storm just gets out of the way.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Volkov should have avoided that one.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Volkov rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Volkov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Storm misses.
Volkov moves forwards but Storm connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm jabs at Volkov's body.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Storm misses with an uppercut
letting Volkov counter with a right hand.
Storm throws a hook but Volkov avoids it easily.
Volkov attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Storm backs up against the ropes.
#T4#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Storm.
Volkov misses with a double jab.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Volkov.
Storm throws out a counter right but Volkov avoids it with no problem.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Storm.
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.#TD#
Volkov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES2#
Storm has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the ropes to get back to his feet. Volkov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
A shot to the body from Storm misses #CL#
and Volkov counters by clinching up. #TD#
Volkov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Volkov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Storm sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Storm is trying to control Volkov's posture but Volkov avoids it.
Storm regains half guard, as Volkov was trying to land strikes.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Volkov is pressing down on Storm's thigh, looking to free his foot. Storm is holding on for now. #SUB#
Storm is defending against the submission attempts here by Volkov.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Storm is having none of it.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but Storm defending well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Storm is looking to control Volkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Storm avoid being mounted?
Volkov is trying to control. Storm wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Volkov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Volkov circles away.
Storm tries to work over Volkov's front leg with a kick but Volkov checks it.
Good standup being displayed there by Volkov as he connects with a hook.
Volkov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm connects with a single shot there.
Volkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.#T3#
Storm throws a hook to the side of Volkov's head but Volkov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm swings for the body but Volkov moves out of range.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Volkov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Volkov checks a leg kick.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Volkov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Storm closes the distance and pushes Volkov back into the ropes.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Volkov tries for a takedown but Storm manages to get underhooks.
Storm tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
Volkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Volkov is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Storm gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov is trying to pull guard but Storm turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Volkov wants a takedown.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Storm.
Volkov taking a breather.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Volkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Volkov is just out of range.#CL#
Volkov darts in and clinches Storm up against the ropes.#TD#
Volkov wants the takedown. Storm is fighting it off but Volkov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Storm's guard against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lincoln Storm really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4##CL2#
Storm has closed the distance and engaged Volkov in a clinch.
Volkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Storm manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Volkov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Storm just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Storm scores with a shoulder strike.
Storm lands a right hand.
Volkov is trying to drag Storm to the mat but Storm just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Storm.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Volkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Storm prevents it.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
#T1#
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Storm.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Storm back against the ropes.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Storm.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Storm digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Storm prevents it.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
Storm digs a right hand into Volkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Volkov's gas tank.
Volkov dodges an elbow strike from Storm.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm works on Volkov's body with a couple of short punches.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm lands a body punch.
Storm lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
Good body shot from Storm.
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm pushes Volkov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Volkov avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Storm is leaning against Volkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Storm tries to work over Volkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Volkov pulls Storm into guard.
Volkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Storm stands and throws Volkov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Storm's best efforts.
Storm controlling the action here.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Storm is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Storm is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Storm is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
Volkov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Storm has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lincoln Storm dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Storm throws a series of punches but Volkov avoids them all with ease.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm slips a jab from Volkov.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Volkov moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm thuds his right hand into Volkov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Volkov throws out a powerful jab.
Volkov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Volkov won't allow Storm to sweep him here. #SUB#
Volkov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Storm is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Volkov, into his guard. #REVB#
Volkov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Storm trying to stand up but can't free himself from Volkov's guard.
Storm trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Storm looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Volkov looking for a guillotine here but Storm defends easily.
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Storm controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Volkov has his foot on Storm's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Storm works his way back into a safe position though.
Volkov trying to control the position.
Volkov trying to control the position here.
Storm stands and throws Volkov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
Volkov is looking for a sweep.
Volkov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Volkov looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Volkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Volkov working for a triangle but Storm defends it easily.
Storm stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Volkov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#SUB#
Volkov is looking for a triangle here but Storm uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Volkov tries to bench press Storm off him but Storm keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Storm is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Volkov is throwing a few token shots, despite Storm being in side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lincoln Storm.
I've got Storm winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Lincoln Storm wins by unanimous decision!
Lincoln Storm is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 89
Date: Oct 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Volkov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Volkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Volkov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Fiso counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Volkov throws out a loose jab but Fiso uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fiso jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Fiso looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Fiso. Volkov shrugs it off though.
Fiso pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Volkov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fiso is looking to chop away at Volkov's legs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fiso. #CL2#
Volkov moves into range and clinches up with Fiso.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Fiso throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Fiso.
Fiso misses with some punches.
#BC#
Fiso breaks from the clinch.
Fiso clobbers Volkov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fiso is looking to clinch.
Fiso connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov throws a hook to the side of Fiso's head but Fiso sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Fiso slips under a jab.
Volkov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fiso throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Volkov.
Volkov missing with a left hand there. Fiso was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fiso showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Volkov.
Fiso moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Fiso as Volkov shoots in.
Fiso lands a leg kick that knocks Volkov off balance momentarily.
Fiso 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.
Fiso throws a leg kick but Volkov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fiso swings for the body but Volkov moves out of range.
Fiso takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL#
Fiso darts in and clinches Volkov up against the ropes.#BC2#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Volkov scores with a nice head shot.
Volkov shoots for a takedown but Fiso saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fiso lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fiso sizes up Volkov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fiso tries to close the distance and clinch up but Volkov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Volkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jab by Fiso.
Volkov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Volkov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fiso cracks Volkov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
No luck for Volkov with that takedown attempt.
Fiso tries to counter by clinching up but Volkov breaks away and moves out of range.
Malaki Fiso has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.#CL2#
Volkov clinches with his opponent.
A left hand lands to the body for Fiso.
Fiso lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3##TD2#
Volkov has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Fiso clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Fiso looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Volkov is hanging on to Fiso's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Volkov is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Fiso has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Volkov has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Fiso taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Volkov doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov is the new featherweight champion!
An out of breath Ivan Volkov 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:
Skrap Fights 81
Date: Sep 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Kim misses with a straight right.
Volkov goes for a double leg but Kim avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Kim continues to drive forward.
Volkov tries to bum rush Kim with a series of wild strikes but Kim uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Volkov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Volkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kim connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kim throws a head kick but Volkov moves out of range.
#CL2#
Volkov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Kim escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Volkov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kim throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kim misses with a two punch combination.
Good exchange - Volkov coming out on top.
Volkov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kim at a distance.
Jab by Volkov.#T1#
Volkov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kim tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkov manages to circle out of the way.
Kim looks to throw the jab but Volkov is out of range.
Kim slips a straight right by Volkov.
Volkov misses with a looping right.
Kim throws a head kick but Volkov moves out of range.
Kim throws a left and a right that both miss
and Volkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kim ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Volkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kim swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Volkov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Volkov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Kim lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards. #T2#
Kim tries to work over Volkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Volkov fails to land.
Kim gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
#BC#
Kim breaks the clinch.
Kim looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Volkov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Volkov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kim tries to kick Volkov off but Volkov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kim is controlling Volkov's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
Volkov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Volkov seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Volkov controlling the action here.
Kim wants to get back to his feet.
Kim won't allow Volkov to pass to mount.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kim's head.
Kim is staying active underneath Volkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Volkov is taking a breather. Kim 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.
Volkov wants to pass to mount but Kim is defending the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Volkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kim counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Volkov.
It appears Kim was looking to counter with a kick there.
Yasol Kim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.#TD2#
Volkov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Kim wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Check out the look on Volkov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that 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.
#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Volkov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Volkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It appears Kim was looking to counter with a kick there.
Yasol Kim is winning the standup battle so far.
Volkov dives in for a single leg takedown but Kim sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Volkov looks to land a right hand but Kim moved out of range.
Volkov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Volkov dives in for a single leg takedown but Kim sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Kim swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Yasol Kim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kim displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Kim displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
A little feinted left hand from Kim on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kim takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T1##TD2#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into Kim's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kim is trying to control the position but Volkov postures up.
Volkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Kim blocks nicely.
Volkov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Volkov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Volkov in the domination position with Kim hanging on.#T2#
Volkov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kim's legs.
Volkov wants to control but Kim is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Volkov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #ES#
Kim bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Volkov 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.#T3#
A shot to the body from Volkov misses
and Kim counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Volkov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kim is just out of range.
Kim swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov wants to counter the offense by Kim and move into the clinch position.
Volkov wants to clinch up but Kim keeps it at a distance.
Kim takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Volkov throws a series of punches but Kim avoids them all with ease.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kim was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
Volkov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Kim to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Volkov throws a shot from downtown. Kim moves away and avoids it.
Volkov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kim is just out of range.
Yasol Kim is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kim stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kim wants it to stay on the feet.
Volkov misses with a two punch combination.
Volkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov tries to clinch up but Kim circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Volkov pushes Kim up against the ropes in a clinch.
Kim blocking some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Volkov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A short uppercut from Kim.
Volkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kim wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Kim breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kim stuns Volkov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ivan Volkov 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#
Volkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kim.
Volkov lands a jab to the head.
Volkov looks to land a left hand but Kim moved out of range nicely.
Volkov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kim can pounce on him.
#CL2#
Volkov drives through and clinches with Kim against the ropes.
Kim prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov tries to work over Kim's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Volkov misses with some punches.
Kim lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Kim manages to break the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Kim as Volkov shoots in.
As Volkov looks to move away, Kim throws a big counter combo but Volkov just gets out of the way.
A jab from Volkov does it's job there.#T1#
Volkov tries to clinch up but Kim circles away and keeps his distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kim. Volkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Volkov! But no joy.
Volkov scores with a punch to the head.
Volkov misses with an uppercut
letting Kim counter with a right hand.
Kim uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Volkov.
Kim takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kim throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Volkov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Volkov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Volkov avoids the head kick by Kim.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Volkov! But no joy.
Kim cracks Volkov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Volkov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
Volkov defending well as Kim loads up on a big left hand.
Kim slips a straight right by Volkov.
Kim appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nice jab there from Volkov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov tries to clinch but Kim moves out of range.
Kim is looking to counter punch.
A combination from Volkov does no damage.
Volkov looks to throw the jab but Kim is out of range.
Kim swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Volkov misses with a wild body shot.
Volkov throws a combination that misses
enabling Kim to counter with a crisp jab.
A lazy left from Volkov finds it's target.
Volkov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Volkov throws the left hand but Kim avoids the punch easily.
Ivan Volkov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Kim looks to land a combination but Volkov avoids it well.
Volkov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kim stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kim walks into a straight right hand from Volkov.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kim as he avoids it easily.
Yasol Kim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Nice shot by Volkov.
Kim just misses with a punch to the body.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov tries to clinch but Kim moves out of range.
It looked like Kim was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Volkov.
Kim looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Volkov throws a series of punches but Kim moves out of range. #TD2#
Volkov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Volkov lands in his opponent's guard.
Kim wants to sweep but no luck.
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.#T4#
Volkov won't allow Kim to get back to his feet. #ES#
Kim wriggles free and stands up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov scores with a decent looking hook.
Yasol Kim has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kim misses with a left hand
and Volkov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Volkov looks to clinch
and Kim counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Volkov is looking to clinch but Kim is avoiding it.
Kim misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Volkov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ivan Volkov.
Well Volkov 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight for Ivan Volkov!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Ivan Volkov!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Ivan Volkov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Yasol Kim stepped up to the mic, saying 'Perkele'.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 73
Date: Aug 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Volkov lands a jab.
Fiso throws a front kick that sends Volkov stumbling back into the ropes.
Fiso moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fiso blocks a jab.
Volkov throws the left hand but Fiso avoids the punch easily.
Fiso keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A telegraphed right hand from Volkov misses the target.
Volkov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fiso pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fiso ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fiso. Volkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A left lands for Fiso.
Fiso throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Volkov feints and as Fiso raises his hands in defense, Volkov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Volkov preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Fiso is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Volkov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Volkov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Fiso is trying to keep Volkov in close.
Volkov trying to control but Fiso is working from the bottom.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Fiso blocks nicely.
Volkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Volkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Fiso looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Volkov is defending well. Fiso quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Volkov has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Fiso celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Malaki Fiso!
Malaki Fiso is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Malaki Fiso made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 61
Date: Jul 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Fried looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Volkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fried defends well and Volkov ends up having to push Fried into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Fried went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Fried fails to land with a series of punches.
Decent striking displayed by Volkov there.
Fried displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
Fried lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Volkov clobbers Fried with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jab by Volkov.
Decent striking displayed by Volkov there.
Volkov connects with a jab.
A nice combination there by Fried.
#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Volkov has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Volkov cracks a nice hook into Fried's ribs.
Volkov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#T1#
Volkov scores with a three punch combo!
Fried takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fried leaves Volkov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
French Fried has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
Volkov works the jab nicely.
Volkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Fried circles away.
Volkov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
French Fried is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov cracks Fried with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Volkov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fried tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Volkov counters with a single leg into guard. Fried didn't expect that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Fried is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Fried is retaining full guard. #T2#
Fried wants to stand but Volkov is controlling the position.
Volkov trying to control but Fried is working from the bottom.
Fried knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Volkov on the ground.
Volkov passes Fried's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Volkov trying to control from half guard but Fried is working away. #SUB2#
Volkov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fried is just riding it out for now. Volkov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Volkov is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Fried to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. #T3#
Volkov pushes down on Fried's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fried defends it well.
Volkov works his way into side control.
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.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Volkov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Fried, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fried has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Volkov is working to tighten his grip on Fried's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Fried has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Volkov is really squeezing tight and eventually Fried passes out! Volkov breaks the hold and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ivan Volkov! Ivan Volkov retains his featherweight title!
Ivan Volkov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 52
Date: Jun 01, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Volkov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McNeal is trying to control but can't.
McNeal manages to get to full guard.
McNeal is looking to stand up but Volkov isn't so interested in that idea.
Volkov advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Volkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McNeal has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Volkov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McNeal sees it coming and defends easily.
McNeal is trying to stand.
#T1#
Volkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. McNeal knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Volkov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but McNeal is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Volkov to get the leverage.
McNeal wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy.
McNeal tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
McNeal is trying to stand back up but Volkov is controlling him
#SUB#
Volkov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet.
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.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Volkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McNeal did well to prevent Volkov getting side control.#T2#
Volkov trying to control from half guard but McNeal is working away.
Volkov prevents McNeal from standing back up.
Volkov wants to pass to mount but McNeal is defending the position. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura here.
McNeal is trying to escape back to his feet but Volkov uses the scramble to pass into side control.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet but Volkov drags him back down.
McNeal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Volkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Volkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
McNeal can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
McNeal is pushing Volkov's head away, looking to escape. Volkov manages to hold on to the position though.
You can see the frustration on McNeal's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McNeal is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but McNeal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Volkov works to advance to full mount. McNeal defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Volkov moves to the back.
McNeal is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Volkov off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
McNeal is trying to stand back up.
Volkov controlling well, preventing McNeal from escaping the position.
McNeal trying to get back to his feet but Volkov is in full control for now. #SUB#
Volkov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. McNeal defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
McNeal showing good submission defense here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov 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#
Volkov shoots in and drives through. McNeal sprawls well.
Volkov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Volkov lands a jab to the nose.#TD#
Volkov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. McNeal tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Volkov is in McNeal's guard.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Volkov manages to pass to side control.
McNeal is trying to stand back up but Volkov is controlling him
Volkov wants to pass to mount but McNeal is defending the position.
McNeal wants to improve his position but Volkov is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov stops McNeal from getting back to his feet.
Volkov is looking to take a break and control but McNeal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
McNeal wants to control but Volkov is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Volkov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Volkov 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.
Volkov works his foot free and advances to mount.
McNeal tries to reverse the position but Volkov maintains control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McNeal's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
McNeal reaches up to try and control the position but Volkov seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! McNeal rolls and tries to escape and now Volkov has his back!
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McNeal is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Volkov wants to control but McNeal is keeping busy.#SUB#
Volkov looking to break McNeal's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. McNeal remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Volkov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
McNeal defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Volkov's arms.
McNeal trying to get back to his feet but Volkov is in full control for now. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for the choke from the back position but McNeal is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Volkov has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, McNeal has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Volkov looking for the choke but no joy.
Volkov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T3#
McNeal looking very determined here, making life difficult for Volkov.
#SUB#
Volkov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
McNeal is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Volkov is looking for the choke from the back position but McNeal is controlling his hands well.
McNeal rolls, trying to escape but Volkov keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Volkov looking for the RNC.
McNeal trying to get back to his feet but Volkov is in full control for now. #SUB#
McNeal preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Volkov. #T4##SUB#
Volkov looking for the RNC.
McNeal is trying to get back to his feet but Volkov has full control of the position and if anything, McNeal has just worked his way into a worse spot.
McNeal manages to reverse the position and now he's in Volkov's guard. Nice work there by McNeal.
McNeal is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Volkov working a defensive guard here.
McNeal trying to stand up but can't free himself from Volkov's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
McNeal keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.
McNeal looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Volkov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McNeal moves away.
Volkov tests McNeal's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown but McNeal shows good takedown defense.
The fighters circling - McNeal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Volkov throws out a powerful jab.
Volkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McNeal swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McNeal! But no joy.
Volkov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McNeal.
Volkov swings away with a body shot that misses
and McNeal counters with a one-two to the body.
McNeal connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Volkov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McNeal throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Volkov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McNeal wants to stand and escape but Volkov is having none of it.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but McNeal is keeping the position.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet but Volkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McNeal keeping full guard, as Volkov tries to pass.
Volkov won't allow McNeal to get back to his feet.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
McNeal is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Volkov dips to his left and cracks McNeal with an uppercut!
Volkov swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling McNeal to counter with a crisp jab.
A punch combination from McNeal misses. #TD#
Volkov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. McNeal sprawls well initially but Volkov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McNeal is looking to improve his position.
Volkov controlling the pace.
McNeal is looking to escape.
McNeal is trying to maintain the position but Volkov is very close to passing his half guard.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet.
#T3#
McNeal is not content to let Volkov control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ivan Volkov is winning the standup battle so far.
McNeal looks to land a right hand but Volkov moved out of range.
A big right from McNeal misses.
Volkov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Volkov throws a hook but McNeal avoids it easily.
McNeal is looking for the big counter here.
Volkov jabs at McNeal's body.
Volkov misses with an uppercut.
Volkov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Volkov.#T4#
Volkov connects with a single shot there.
Volkov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McNeal can do to turn this around?
McNeal needs to keep his hands up - Volkov had a free shot at his head there.
Volkov with a poor takedown
enabling McNeal to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov works the jab nicely.
Volkov scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McNeal throws the left hand but Volkov avoids the punch easily.
McNeal misses with a left hand
and Volkov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Volkov swings widly with a right hand
and McNeal counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Volkov thinking.
Volkov misses with a hook
and McNeal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A swing and a miss from McNeal.
McNeal throws a shot from downtown. Volkov moves away and avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Volkov clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Volkov throws a jab when McNeal was well out of range.
Nice sprawl there from McNeal as Volkov shoots in.
McNeal looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice takedown defense from McNeal. No joy for Volkov on that attempt.
McNeal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McNeal uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Volkov.
McNeal looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Volkov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov darts in looking for a takedown but McNeal gets double underhooks and turns Volkov into the ropes.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McNeal was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.#T1#
McNeal throws a lazy right hand but Volkov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Volkov is looking to counter punch.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McNeal was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McNeal! But no joy.
Volkov misses with a right hand
and McNeal counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McNeal connects with a looping right hand.
Volkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McNeal.
Volkov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Volkov slips under a jab from McNeal.
A looping hook to the body misses from Volkov. McNeal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Volkov catches McNeal with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Volkov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Volkov moves away from the strike by McNeal.
Volkov just misses with a punch to the body.
McNeal now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Volkov throws an off balance right hand
and Volkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McNeal with a hook.
McNeal lands a glancing blow to the side of Volkov's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov has his takedown stuffed
and McNeal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice defenses there by Volkov.#TD#
McNeal tries to sprawl but Volkov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Volkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. McNeal knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McNeal moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet but Volkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3#
Volkov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McNeal prevents Volkov from moving into mount.
McNeal struggling a bit here.
McNeal is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Volkov has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Volkov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McNeal is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
McNeal is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Volkov is controlling him well.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McNeal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Volkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Volkov staying calm.
McNeal is trying to buck Volkov off.
Volkov tries to move into full mount but can't pass McNeal's legs. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McNeal has escaped the position, nice work there.
McNeal is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet but Volkov drags him back down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Hoddy McNeal will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Volkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Volkov misses with a looping left.
Hoddy McNeal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McNeal misses with a looping left.#TD#
Volkov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. McNeal sprawls well initially but Volkov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
McNeal is looking to escape.#SUB#
Volkov seems to be looking for submissions.
McNeal wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Volkov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McNeal is just riding it out for now. Volkov eventually gives up the hold.
McNeal is trying to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McNeal is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T1#
Volkov wants to control but McNeal is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Volkov is working for a kimura but McNeal is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Volkov is working for a submission of some sort.
McNeal slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Volkov stops McNeal from standing up.
Volkov tries to free his leg and advance position but McNeal is retaining full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McNeal wants to stand and escape but Volkov is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into McNeal's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
McNeal wants to stand but Volkov is controlling the position.
McNeal working a defensive guard but Volkov passes into half guard.
Volkov works his way into side control.
Volkov wants to control but McNeal is keeping him busy.
Ivan Volkov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
McNeal wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Volkov tries to advance to mount but can't.
McNeal is trying to get back to his feet.
Volkov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
McNeal pushes Volkov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Volkov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Volkov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt McNeal will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Good standup being displayed there by Volkov as he connects with a hook.
McNeal throws an off balance right hand
enabling Volkov to counter with a crisp jab.
Volkov works McNeal's body with a nice hook.
Volkov connects with a good right hand that stumbles McNeal. McNeal circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Volkov moves out of range of the strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McNeal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Volkov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Volkov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McNeal looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A shot to the liver by Volkov. Beautiful body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Volkov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Volkov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Ivan Volkov!
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Ivan Volkov!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov wins by unanimous decision!
Ivan Volkov retains his featherweight title!
Ivan Volkov 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:
Skrap Fights 46
Date: May 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Shalit throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Volkov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Ivan Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Shalit 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Shalit tries a head kick but it misses.
Volkov throws out a counter right but Shalit avoids it with no problem.
Volkov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shalit moves away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Volkov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Good leg kick by Shalit there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A low kick from Shalit misses #TD2#
and Volkov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Shalit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Volkov defends well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shalit is trying to control the position but Volkov postures up.
Volkov content to stall in guard here.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Shalit wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Volkov is now in half guard. #SUB2#
Volkov is trying to work for a kimura but Shalit is defending well.
Shalit manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Shalit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Volkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Shalit looking for a guillotine here but Volkov defends easily.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Volkov pushes down on Shalit's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Volkov wants to free his trapped foot but Shalit is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Volkov is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3##SUB#
Shalit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Volkov pulls his head out easily.
Volkov works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Volkov is working to tighten his grip on Shalit's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Shalit has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Volkov is really squeezing tight and eventually Shalit passes out! Volkov breaks the hold and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ivan Volkov!
Ivan Volkov is the new featherweight champion!
Ivan Volkov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 40
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Volkov looks to land a combination but Costa avoids it well.
A jab from Volkov misses.
Costa throwing a counter right hand but Volkov manages to avoid it.
Volkov loads up on a big right hand but Costa slips the punch.
Costa scores with a jab to the jaw.
Costa tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Volkov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Costa moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.
Volkov misses with a shot to the body
letting Costa counter with a right hand.
Volkov misses with a double jab.
Costa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Volkov misses with a hook. Costa ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Costa gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Volkov to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB#
Costa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Volkov pushes down on Costa's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1##SUB#
Costa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Volkov pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Costa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Costa wants to improve his position but Volkov is controlling well.
Volkov tries to pass to full mount but Costa defends it.
Volkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Costa keeps working.
Volkov moves nicely into side control.
Costa tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2##SUB2#
Volkov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Costa tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Volkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Volkov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Costa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Costa tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Volkov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T3#
Costa is desperately trying to improve his position but Volkov has a good base and remains in mount.
Costa knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Volkov on the ground.
Volkov looking to control but Costa is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Volkov wants to take Costa's back but he can't do it this time.
Costa has given up his back here. Will Volkov look for the submission or keep pounding away?
I really don't envy Costa right now.
Costa is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Volkov has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Costa is defending well but eventually Volkov manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Costa has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Volkov!
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Volkov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 32
Date: Mar 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Volkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schlong.
Nice straight punches there by Schlong. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Schlong.#TD#
Schlong shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Schlong was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Volkov regains half guard.
Schlong trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Schlong is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Schlong wants to free his trapped foot but Volkov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Schlong wants to work for an arm triangle but Volkov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Schlong trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Volkov keeping full guard, as Schlong tries to pass. #SUB2#
Schlong sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Volkov doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Schlong paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Volkov - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ivan Volkov!
A very excited looking Ivan Volkov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D2): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Demian Azevedo (ranked 1047 p4p, 59 weight class) and Ivan Volkov (ranked 7620 p4p, 0 weight class). Ivan Volkov acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Demian Azevedo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ivan Volkov!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Sam Margolis and Richard Clark.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Volkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Azevedo swivels and escapes.
Azevedo tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkov manages to circle out of the way.
Volkov feints and as Azevedo raises his hands in defense, Volkov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Azevedo (0) vs (2) Volkov
Azevedo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Volkov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azevedo (2) vs (2) Volkov
Volkov wants to sweep here but Azevedo controlling him for the moment.
Azevedo pushing down on Volkov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Azevedo trying to pass the guard but Volkov defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azevedo is trying to control the action in half guard but Volkov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Azevedo stalling away here and it's allowed Volkov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Volkov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azevedo (2) vs (4) Volkov
Volkov is pushing down on Azevedo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Azevedo is fighting to maintain full guard but Volkov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Volkov slows the pace down in half guard.
Volkov is pressing down on Azevedo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Azevedo is holding on for now.
Volkov trying to advance position but Azevedo counters by regaining guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Azevedo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Volkov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azevedo (4) vs (4) Volkov
Volkov controlling the position.
Volkov keeping full guard, as Azevedo tries to pass.
Azevedo is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Azevedo trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Azevedo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Volkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Azevedo (4) vs (6) Volkov
Azevedo trying to control the position.
Azevedo wants to sweep but no luck.
Volkov trying to control but Azevedo is working from the bottom.
Azevedo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Volkov defends it easily.
Volkov looking to pass the guard.
Azevedo controls Volkov momentarily but Volkov frees himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Volkov slips nicely into half guard.
Volkov is looking to advance position but Azevedo won't allow it.
Volkov seems to be looking for submissions.
Volkov wants to work for an arm triangle but Azevedo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Volkov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Volkov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Azevedo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Azevedo trying to control from the bottom.
Azevedo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Volkov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Azevedo! Score +3 for passing guard: Azevedo (4) vs (9) Volkov
Azevedo is desperately trying to improve his position but Volkov has a good base and remains in mount.
Volkov looking to control but Azevedo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Azevedo gets back to half guard.
Volkov not doing much here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Azevedo wants to get back to full guard.
Volkov trying to control from Azevedo's half guard. Azevedo has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Azevedo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Volkov trying to control but Azevedo is working from the bottom.
Azevedo controls Volkov momentarily but Volkov frees himself.
Volkov trying to control but Azevedo is working from the bottom.
Azevedo wants to sweep here but Volkov controlling him for the moment.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Volkov passes into half guard.
Volkov is looking for a kimura here.
Volkov is looking for a kimura here.
Volkov seems to be looking for submissions.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Volkov wants to pass the guard but Azevedo is defending well.
Azevedo wants to improve his position but Volkov is controlling well.
Volkov goes for a cartwheel guard pass here but Azevedo does a handstand and catches Volkov in mid air with a triangle! Could it be? It is! It's the triple decker pecker wrecker! The fighters land on the ground with Azevedo on top - Volkov is already out from the submission! Azevedo gives Volkov's pecker the obligatory post submission twist and this one is aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaall over! Are you kidding me! That is world class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. That guy is my hero!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (TDPW) . Demian Azevedo!
A victorious Demian Azevedo thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D2): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Chosu McGrady (ranked 3379 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Volkov (ranked 7583 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Chosu McGrady! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ivan Volkov!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Phil Schofield and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
McGrady clinches with his opponent.
Volkov is trying to drag McGrady to the mat but McGrady just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've been hearing reports that McGrady has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Volkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McGrady fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McGrady rushes Volkov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Volkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGrady after a bit of a struggle.
Chosu McGrady has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Volkov.
McGrady has picked Volkov up - he's going for a ride! McGrady dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McGrady (2) vs (0) Volkov
Volkov is trying to maintain the position but McGrady is very close to passing his half guard.
Volkov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Volkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGrady drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McGrady jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
McGrady trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Volkov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McGrady gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McGrady is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McGrady stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McGrady slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: McGrady (5) vs (0) Volkov
McGrady is trying to get an arm triangle but Volkov is defending well.
McGrady looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Volkov is looking for a sweep.
Volkov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
McGrady seems to be working for a kimura but Volkov defends the submission attempt.
McGrady is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Volkov sees it coming and defends easily.
McGrady is trying to work for a kimura but Volkov is defending well.
McGrady is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Volkov has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Volkov wants to get back to full guard.
McGrady is working for a kimura but Volkov is defending it quite comfortably.
Volkov makes his way to full guard, as McGrady worked for a kimura.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Volkov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McGrady (5) vs (2) Volkov
McGrady 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.
McGrady working for a triangle but Volkov defends it easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McGrady keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McGrady is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McGrady (7) vs (2) Volkov
Volkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
McGrady trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGrady has gone for a leg lock! Volkov slips out almost immediately though and dives into McGrady's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McGrady (7) vs (4) Volkov
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Volkov stands and throws McGrady's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: McGrady (7) vs (7) Volkov
Volkov trying to control the action but McGrady is working from the bottom.
McGrady is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Volkov off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: McGrady (11) vs (7) Volkov
McGrady looking to break Volkov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Volkov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise McGrady will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
McGrady goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Volkov escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McGrady (11) vs (9) Volkov
Volkov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: McGrady (11) vs (12) Volkov
McGrady is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
McGrady 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: McGrady (13) vs (12) Volkov
McGrady stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McGrady wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving.
Volkov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Volkov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Volkov trying to keep a closed guard but McGrady is proving a slippery customer.
McGrady passes into half guard.
McGrady is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Volkov defends it well.
Volkov tries to get to full guard but McGrady has control of the leg.
McGrady is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Volkov defends it well.
McGrady 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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
McGrady trying to control from half guard but Volkov is working away.
Volkov moves into full guard.
Volkov keeping full guard, as McGrady tries to pass.
McGrady wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
McGrady sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Volkov's guard.
Volkov tries to roll over but McGrady keeps him under control.
McGrady is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
McGrady is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Volkov actively working from the bottom here.
Volkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
McGrady is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Volkov has managed to free his arm - good work.
McGrady trying to control from Volkov's half guard. Volkov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Volkov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McGrady (13) vs (14) Volkov
Volkov is pressing down on McGrady's thigh, looking to free his foot. McGrady is holding on for now.
McGrady is staying active underneath Volkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McGrady looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Volkov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for McGrady! Score +3 for passing guard: McGrady (13) vs (17) Volkov
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
McGrady wants to hold on but Volkov pushes him away.
McGrady is wriggling around trying to escape.
Volkov wants to control the pace but McGrady is squirming around nicely.
Volkov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Volkov trying to control but McGrady is having none of it.
Volkov moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, McGrady has worked his arm free - good work by McGrady!
Volkov working away.
Volkov trying to control the position but McGrady is working away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
McGrady sneaks back into half guard.
Volkov is keen to just control but McGrady is a slippery customer.
McGrady looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Volkov is keen to just control but McGrady is a slippery customer.
McGrady moves into full guard.
McGrady 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.
McGrady keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov passes McGrady's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
McGrady moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from McGrady.
McGrady looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Volkov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: McGrady (13) vs (20) Volkov
Volkov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Volkov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Volkov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Volkov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
McGrady is trying to work for a sweep but Volkov has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: McGrady (13) vs (22) Volkov
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
McGrady tries to hold on but Volkov postures up.
McGrady can't escape the position.
Volkov wants to take McGrady's back here but McGrady is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
McGrady working to try and regain half guard.
Volkov looking to isolate an arm here. McGrady doesn't see it coming and as Volkov extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Volkov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ivan Volkov!
A relieved looking Ivan Volkov 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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