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Event:
CACC 149: Kuronoa vs Judge
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
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 9 wins and 10 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Colton Northwood!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Northwood gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Northwood tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Boesku smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Northwood forces Boesku back against the ropes and clinches.#TD#
Boesku pulls Northwood into guard.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Northwood is fighting to break Boesku's control of his arms but Boesku is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Northwood
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Boesku thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T1#
Boesku sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boesku preventing the sweep.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Northwood trying to control the position.
Boesku controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Boesku looking to sit in guard and control but Northwood gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Northwood#SUB#
Boesku looking for a guillotine here but Northwood defends easily.
#SUB#
Boesku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Northwood is aware though and is defending well.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Boesku working a defensive guard here.
Northwood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position.
#T3#
Boesku keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Boesku 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.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Boesku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Northwood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boesku swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Northwood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Northwood works his way back into a safe position though.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Boesku 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: Boesku (4) vs (2) Northwood#SUB#
Boesku is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku passes into side control, despite Northwood's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (7) vs (2) Northwood#T4#
Northwood prevents Boesku from improving position.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Northwood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Northwood gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Boesku (9) vs (2) Northwood
Northwood tries to hold on but Boesku postures up.#SUB#
Boesku jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Northwood manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T5#
Northwood stops Boesku from passing to mount.
Northwood struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Northwood has escaped the position, nice work there.
Northwood is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Boesku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Northwood is looking to regain half guard here but Boesku keeps moving and retains side control. #T6#
Northwood manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Northwood is defending the position. #SUB#
Boesku is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Northwood manages to get to full guard.
Boesku trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom. #T7#
Northwood is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Northwood keeps moving. #SUB2#
Northwood working for a triangle but Boesku defends it easily.
#SUB#
Boesku drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Northwood dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (9) vs (4) Northwood
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.#SUB#
Boesku has his foot on Northwood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Northwood works his way back into a safe position though.#T8#
Boesku 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.
Northwood must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Boesku has control of Northwood's left arm, preventing Northwood from doing any damage.
Boesku looking to hit a scissor sweep but Northwood is one step ahead there.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Boesku keeps moving.
Boesku trying to keep a closed guard but Northwood is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Boesku is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Northwood defends well.
Northwood is pushing down on Boesku's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boesku is fighting to maintain full guard but Northwood has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boesku trying to control here.
Boesku wants to improve his position but Northwood is controlling well.
#T9#
Boesku is trying to control but can't.
Boesku keeping control of the position.
Boesku tries to get to full guard but Northwood has control of the leg.
Northwood wants to pass to mount but Boesku is defending the position.
Boesku wants to control but Northwood is keeping busy.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Northwood 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. Boesku tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Northwood!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Colton Northwood!
Colton Northwood 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:
HFC Speed Brawls III
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Soldic works Northwood's body with a nice hook.
Northwood tries for a takedown but Soldic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Northwood swings away with a body shot that misses
and Soldic counters with a straight right hand.
Soldic misses with a wild body shot.
Northwood half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Northwood throws out a loose jab but Soldic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Soldic feints a counter leg kick.
Soldic misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Northwood. Soldic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Soldic has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Northwood misses with a lunging right hand
and Soldic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Northwood throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Soldic counters with a right hand to the body.
Soldic lands a really nice looking cross but Northwood seems unphased.
Soldic loads up on a big right hand but Northwood slips the punch.
Northwood tries to counter with a takedown but Soldic is quick to defend against it.
Some wild striking there from Soldic.
Northwood throwing a counter right hand but Soldic manages to avoid it.
Soldic misses with the body kick#TD#
and Northwood counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Soldic wants to get back to his feet but Northwood 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!#REVB#
Northwood missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1##SUB#
Northwood is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Northwood trying to mount his opponent but Soldic defends it.
Soldic wants to improve his position but Northwood is controlling well.
#SUB#
Northwood 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Northwood 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.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Soldic looks like he's trying to stand up.
Northwood is taking a breather. Soldic 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.#T3#
Soldic trying to hold on to Northwood's head to control him but Northwood postures up.
#SUB#
Northwood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Soldic doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Northwood.
Northwood trying to control the action but Soldic is working from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Soldic is trying to stand up here but Northwood is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Soldic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Northwood momentarily.
Soldic lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Northwood throws a low kick, looking for Soldic's leg but Soldic calmly moves out of range.
Soldic keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Soldic jabs at Northwood's body.
Soldic ducks right into an uppercut from Northwood.
Soldic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Northwood avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Northwood misses with a body shot.
Northwood avoids the body shot from Soldic.
Northwood drops down looking for a counter takedown but Soldic sprawls and moves away.
Soldic lands a leg kick that knocks Northwood off balance momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Soldic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Northwood misses with an uppercut.
A nice side step and Soldic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Northwood scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Soldic connects with a solid leg kick.
Soldic throws a sloppy head kick and Northwood moves out of range easily.
Northwood drops down looking for a counter takedown but Soldic sprawls and moves away.
Roberto Soldic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Soldic tries a low kick but Northwood avoids it.
A head kick from Soldic lands but Northwood takes it in his stride.
Northwood stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Soldic.
Soldic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Northwood throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Northwood swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Soldic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Soldic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Soldic tries to score with a low kick but Northwood moves his leg out of the way.
Soldic throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Northwood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soldic moves away.
Nice body punch from Soldic.
Soldic bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Northwood's head backwards.#TD#
Northwood scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Soldic wants to control but Northwood postures up.
Soldic is looking to reverse the position.
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soldic keeps working. #SUB#
Northwood is trying to get an arm triangle but Soldic is defending well.
Northwood looking to control but instead Soldic has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T2#
Soldic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Northwood's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Northwood's back!
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!
Northwood trying to control the position but Soldic manages to sink in the hooks.
Northwood breaks Soldic's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Soldic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Soldic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Northwood controls the pace.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Soldic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Soldic is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Northwood advances position into side control!
Northwood laying and praying for a moment but Soldic takes advantage and regains half guard.
Northwood trying to control the action but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Northwood is looking to stall here but Soldic recovers full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Soldic looking for a sweep. Not yet Soldic, not yet.
Northwood is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Soldic pulls Northwood in close to prevent any damage.
Northwood is looking to advance position but Soldic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Soldic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Soldic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Soldic looks to throw the jab but Northwood is out of range.
Soldic has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Soldic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Soldic misses with a kick to the body.
Roberto Soldic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Northwood blocks a head kick by Soldic.
Soldic lands with a hook. Northwood tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Northwood swings widly with a right hand
letting Soldic counter with a right hand. #TD#
Soldic gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Northwood to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES2#
Soldic pushes Northwood off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Northwood blocks a jab.
Soldic throws a shot to the body.
#T1#
Northwood looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Soldic misses the jab.
Soldic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Northwood.
Northwood takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Soldic misses the shot to the body.
Northwood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Soldic manages to avoid it.
Soldic scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Northwood has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Soldic finds it's way round the side to connect with Northwood's head.
Roberto Soldic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Northwood throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Soldic! But no joy.
Soldic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Soldic misses with a right hand #TD#
and Northwood decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Soldic's guard.
Soldic wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Soldic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Northwood is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Soldic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Northwood slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Northwood trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Northwood passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Northwood takes a little break here. Soldic wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Northwood working the strikes but Soldic uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #SUB#
Soldic is defending against the submission attempts here by Northwood.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Northwood is looking for a kimura here.
Soldic is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soldic keeps working.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roberto Soldic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Soldic 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 Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Soldic!
A relieved looking Roberto Soldic 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:
HFC 40 - Kocak vs Ferreria
Date: Sep 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Northwood shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Vinsson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Northwood engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Northwood preventing the sweep.
Northwood loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Northwood 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.
Vinsson wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood 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.
Northwood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinsson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Vinsson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Northwood gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Northwood is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Northwood wants to pass the guard but Vinsson is keeping the position.
Vinsson looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vinsson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Northwood moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've been hearing reports that Vinsson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bilal Vinsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vinsson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Northwood to score with a decent uppercut.
Vinsson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice sprawl there from Vinsson as Northwood shoots in.
It looked like Vinsson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Northwood throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinsson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
Vinsson throws the left hand but Northwood avoids the punch easily.
Vinsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Vinsson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Vinsson misses the shot to the body.
A punch combination from Vinsson misses.
Northwood looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vinsson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Northwood moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
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!#TD2#
Northwood throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Vinsson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Northwood is in Vinsson's guard.
Northwood postures up.
Vinsson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Northwood is one step ahead there.
Northwood's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Vinsson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Northwood trying to control but Vinsson is working from the bottom. #T3#
Vinsson trying to keep a closed guard but Northwood is proving a slippery customer.
Northwood is fighting to break Vinsson's control of his arms but Vinsson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Northwood is pushing down on Vinsson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vinsson is fighting to maintain full guard but Northwood has managed to sneak the leg through.
Northwood not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Vinsson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Northwood is trying to work for a kimura but Vinsson is defending well.
Northwood performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Vinsson is defending against the submission attempts here by Northwood.
#SUB2#
Northwood is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Vinsson moves into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Northwood trying to control but Vinsson is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Colton Northwood will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Vinsson looks to score with a jab to the body but Northwood is just out of range.
A swing and a miss from Northwood.
A quick step to the side and Vinsson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinsson lands with a good body shot.
Vinsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Northwood moves away.
Northwood feints the counter takedown.
A combination from Vinsson does no damage.
Some wild striking there from Vinsson.
Vinsson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Northwood changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bilal Vinsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Northwood throws a body shot but no joy.
Northwood throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinsson is looking to wear down Northwood with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Vinsson misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinsson swinging wildly here.
Vinsson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A jab from Northwood misses.
Bilal Vinsson is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Vinsson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vinsson looks to throw the jab but Northwood is out of range.
Vinsson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Northwood throws a body shot but no joy.
Northwood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinsson.
Vinsson takes one on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinsson. Northwood does a little dance to reset his feet.
Northwood throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinsson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Vinsson throws a series of punches but Northwood moves out of range.
Northwood is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vinsson throws a right and a left that Northwood avoids nicely.
The fighters circling - Vinsson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Northwood throws a hook to the side of Vinsson's head but Vinsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinsson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Vinsson tries to sprawl but Northwood drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Northwood looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Northwood is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2#
Northwood is trying to control. Vinsson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Northwood trying to control the pace.
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vinsson keeps working. #SUB#
Vinsson actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Vinsson is refusing to be controlled, as Northwood sits in half guard.
Vinsson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Northwood controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Vinsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Northwood defends well.
Northwood lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Vinsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Northwood is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Vinsson pulls Northwood in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vinsson throws a series of punches but Northwood avoids them all with ease.
Vinsson misses with a wild body shot.
Vinsson connects with a looping right hand.
Northwood shoots in looking for a takedown but Vinsson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Northwood's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vinsson throws a nice looking combination but Northwood bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vinsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Northwood was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinsson.
Vinsson throws a right hand that Northwood ducks under and follows up with a left that Northwood also avoids with ease.
Northwood is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Vinsson with a body shot.
Vinsson takes a swing at Northwood's ribcage but misses.
Northwood showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vinsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bilal Vinsson 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#
Vinsson ducks under a wild hook from Northwood.
Northwood dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Northwood lands a jab.
The crowd cheers as Northwood lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vinsson doesn't seem phased though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinsson. Northwood does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinsson moves out of range as Northwood strikes.
A quick step to the side and Vinsson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinsson thuds a left hand into Northwood's body.
Vinsson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Vinsson throws a nice looking combination but Northwood bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Northwood doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Northwood showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vinsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinsson looks to land a combination but Northwood avoids it well.
Vinsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Northwood was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinsson.
Vinsson misses with a two punch combination.
Northwood drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vinsson defends it well.
Vinsson throws a nice looking combination but Northwood bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No joy there for Vinsson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1#
The crowd cheers as Northwood lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vinsson doesn't seem phased though.
Vinsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Northwood.
Vinsson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Northwood.
Northwood misses the jab.
Vinsson throws an overhand right that lands on Northwood's shoulder, as Northwood tries to avoid the shot.
Northwood with a hook.
Northwood showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vinsson.
Northwood feints the counter takedown.
Vinsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Northwood moves away.
Vinsson misses with a body shot.
Vinsson catches Northwood with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vinsson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Northwood throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinsson tries to bum rush Northwood with a series of wild strikes but Northwood uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bilal Vinsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left and a right from Vinsson both land. Nice combination. #T2#
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!
Northwood moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Northwood misses with a takedown attempt - Vinsson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Vinsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Northwood ducks right into an uppercut from Vinsson.
Northwood throws a series of strikes that have Vinsson backpedaling.
Vinsson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Vinsson throws a body punch but Northwood moves out of range.
Northwood misses with a straight right.
Vinsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vinsson throws a series of punches but Northwood avoids them all with ease.
Vinsson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vinsson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Vinsson duly obliges.
Vinsson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Northwood slips a jab and a cross from Vinsson.
Vinsson throws a nice looking combination but Northwood bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Northwood dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinsson tests Northwood's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Northwood moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vinsson misses with a shot to the body
and Northwood counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Northwood scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vinsson doesn't seem bothered though.
Vinsson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Northwood counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Northwood wants to pass the guard but Vinsson is keeping the position.
Northwood trying to control but Vinsson is working from the bottom.
Vinsson trying to control the position.
Northwood looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Northwood scoring with some ground and pound.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Northwood engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Northwood tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinsson is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Colton Northwood.
I think Northwood 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Colton Northwood!
Colton Northwood bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
HFC 33 - Nickel vs Dos Anjos
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wagner needs to keep his hands up - Northwood had a free shot at his head there.
Northwood has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wagner finds it's way round the side to connect with Northwood's head.
Northwood scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wagner walks into a stiff left hand from Northwood.
Wagner uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Northwood.
Wagner throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Northwood counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Wagner is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Northwood wants to work for an arm triangle but Wagner is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wagner trying to control here.
#SUB#
Northwood 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.
#SUB2#
Wagner looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Wagner tries to get to full guard but Northwood has control of the leg.
Northwood performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Wagner wants to improve his position but Northwood is controlling well.
Wagner is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Northwood is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wagner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Northwood controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Northwood seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Wagner for as long as he can get away with.
Northwood winds up and cracks Wagner with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Wagner 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 Northwood. Oh but Wagner has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Northwood goes limp - he's gone! Wagner jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kurt Wagner! |
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Event:
HFC KO 6 - Camoran vs Motts
Date: Jun 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Foot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Northwood manages to avoid it.
Foot misses the shot to the body.
Foot tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Northwood swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Foot gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Foot gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Northwood wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Northwood looking to control.
#SUB#
Northwood working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Foot doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Foot manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Northwood looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foot trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Foot preventing the sweep.
Northwood has his hands on Foot's head, controlling the position.
Northwood is trying to control the position but Foot postures up.
Foot trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood 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.
Foot misses with a takedown attempt - Northwood sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Northwood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Foot moves away.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Foot moves forwards but Northwood connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Foot cracks Northwood with a good jab.
Northwood with a hook.#TD2#
Foot closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Northwood to the mat! Northwood manages to get full guard.
Foot preventing the sweep.
Foot pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Northwood is keeping the position for now.
Foot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Northwood has a closed guard, preventing Foot from standing up. #T3#
Foot postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Northwood has an active guard here but Foot has managed to pass into half guard.
Northwood is controlling Foot's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Northwood is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Northwood actively working from the bottom here.
Northwood is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Northwood is looking for a sweep. Foot is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Foot sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Foot shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Northwood's guard.
Foot wants to get up but he can't break Northwood's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Foot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Northwood tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Northwood has his foot on Foot's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Foot works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Northwood not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Foot throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Northwood works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Northwood has Foot pulled in close to control his posture.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Crimson Foot dominated that round.
That's time! Northwood's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Foot closes the distance and clinches up with Northwood, looking for a takedown. Foot pushes Northwood against the cage but Northwood circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Northwood lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Foot fails in his attempt to clinch.
Donk. Northwood catches Foot right on the button with a cross.
Northwood circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Northwood counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Northwood.
Foot is looking to stand back up but Northwood counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Foot.
Crimson Foot has got the better of the ground game so far.#REVB#
Northwood tries to pass to full mount but Foot defends it.
Northwood is working hard here to advance position.
Foot is looking to control Northwood's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Foot avoid being mounted?#T1#
Northwood tries to pass to full mount but Foot defends it.
Northwood prevents Foot from improving his position.
Foot keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Foot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Foot trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Northwood looking to control but Foot is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Northwood working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Foot sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Foot tries to roll over but Northwood keeps him under control.
Northwood is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Northwood tries to pass the half guard into mount. Foot knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Northwood is trying to control. Foot wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Foot trying to control but Northwood postures up.
Foot is staying active underneath Northwood, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Foot regains full guard. Nicely done.
Northwood stopping the sweep attempt from Foot.
Northwood looking to pass the guard.
Northwood showing good wrestling skills to control the 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.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Foot keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Northwood scores with a crisp jab that stopped Foot in his tracks.
Foot fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Northwood scores with a nice head shot.
Foot on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Northwood throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Foot counters with a body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Foot.
Colton Northwood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Crimson Foot.
Foot is trying hard to land a takedown here. Northwood sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Northwood drops down looking for a counter takedown but Foot sprawls and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colton Northwood dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're 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#
Foot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Northwood as he avoids it easily.
Northwood throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Foot stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Foot on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Northwood lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Northwood shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Foot keeping full guard, as Northwood tries to pass.
Northwood slips nicely into half guard.
Northwood wants to free his trapped foot but Foot is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Northwood is working for a submission of some sort.
Foot slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Northwood trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Foot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Foot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Northwood defends it easily.
Northwood wants to pass the guard but Foot is keeping the position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Foot is trying to keep Northwood in close.
Foot keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Foot pulls Northwood in close to his closed guard and prevents Northwood from doing any damage or advancing position.
Foot can't keep his opponent in guard - Northwood advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Northwood takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Foot is refusing to be controlled, as Northwood sits in half guard.
Northwood perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Northwood gets caught flat footed, as Foot shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Foot stopping the sweep attempt from Northwood.
My spies in UnderGround Training Facility inform me that Foot has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Foot passes Northwood's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Northwood tries to roll over but Foot keeps him under control.
Northwood is looking to control Foot's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Northwood avoid being mounted?#T4#
Foot is pressing down on Northwood's thigh, looking to free his foot. Northwood is holding on for now.
Northwood is not content to let Foot control the position.#SUB#
Northwood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Foot pulls his head out easily.
Northwood controlling the position well.
Colton Northwood is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Northwood wants to improve his position but Foot is controlling well.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
And that's the end of the fight!
Colton Northwood showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Northwood 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight for Colton Northwood!
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight for Colton Northwood!
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight for Colton Northwood!
Colton Northwood wins by unanimous decision!
Colton Northwood bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Madness Fright Night 36
Date: May 20, 2020 |
#R1#
Northwood on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Northwood avoids the head kick by Takamura.
Takamura ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Northwood moves away.
Takamura catches Northwood with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Takamura scores with a decent looking hook.
Northwood misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Takamura was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Takamura throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
so Northwood counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Northwood stopping the sweep attempt from Takamura.
Takamura is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Northwood accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Takamura told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Northwood's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Takamura tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Northwood sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Takamura's guard. #T1##SUB#
Northwood is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Takamura defends it well.
Northwood lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Northwood is looking for a kimura but Takamura is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Northwood to get the leverage.
Northwood not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Northwood perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Northwood prevents Takamura from improving his position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Takamura is doing well to control the position and prevent Northwood from advancing to side control.
Northwood throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Takamura keeps working. #SUB#
Northwood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Takamura doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Northwood.
Northwood 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.
Northwood seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Takamura is looking for a sweep. Northwood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Northwood is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Northwood not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Takamura is not content to let Northwood control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Takamura connects with the punch.
Northwood is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Northwood misses with a few strikes there.
Takamura scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Northwood swings away with a body shot that misses
and Takamura counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Takamura misses with an uppercut.
Northwood misses with a body shot
enabling Takamura to counter with a crisp jab.
Takamura lands a leg kick that knocks Northwood off balance momentarily.
Northwood takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#TD#
Northwood shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Northwood showed some decent athleticism there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Takamura won't allow Northwood to pass to mount.
Takamura is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Northwood scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Northwood is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Takamura is just riding it out for now. Northwood eventually gives up the hold.
Takamura tries to roll over but Northwood keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Takeshi Takamura will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Takamura cracks Northwood with a good jab.
Northwood keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Northwood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Takamura.
Takamura keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
Northwood looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Northwood seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Northwood is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takamura is refusing to be controlled, as Northwood sits in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Northwood is looking for a kimura here.
Takamura trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Northwood is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Takamura trying to control here.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Northwood seems to be working for a kimura but Takamura defends the submission attempt.
Northwood is looking to take a break and control but Takamura is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Northwood wants to free his trapped foot but Takamura is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Northwood is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Takamura throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Takamura bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Northwood's head backwards.
A shot to the liver by Takamura. Beautiful body shot.
Northwood walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
Northwood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Takamura moves away.
A shot to the liver by Takamura. Beautiful body shot.
Takamura fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Takamura with a nice calf kick.
Northwood just misses with a punch to the body.
Takamura defending well as Northwood loads up on a big left hand.
Takamura connects with an inside leg kick.
Northwood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Takamura.
A punch lands to the side of Northwood 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Takamura connects with a right hand. Northwood shakes it off.#TD#
Northwood manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Takamura on his heels. He'll look to pass Takamura's guard now, I'm sure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Northwood advances position into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Northwood tries for a kimura but Takamura is defending well.
Takamura is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Northwood controlling the position.
Northwood trying to control the action but Takamura is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Takeshi Takamura will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Northwood misses with a body shot.
Northwood lands a nice looking body shot.
Takamura misses with a hook
#TD#
and Northwood counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Takamura! #ES2#
Takamura throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Northwood uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Takamura.
Northwood drops down looking for a counter takedown but Takamura sprawls and moves away.
Takamura throws a quick inside leg kick.
Takeshi Takamura seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Takamura stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Takamura wants it to stay on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Takamura on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Northwood throws a jab when Takamura was well out of range.
Northwood lands with an uppercut that bounces Takamura off the cage and back into range.
Takamura lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Takamura scores with a sloppy right hand. Northwood should have avoided that one.
Takamura throws an overhand right that lands on Northwood's shoulder, as Northwood tries to avoid the shot.
Takeshi Takamura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Takamura just misses with a punch to the body.
Northwood drops down looking for a counter takedown but Takamura sprawls and moves away.
Takamura fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Takamura avoids the body shot from Northwood.
Takamura dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Northwood. That did some damage!#T1#
Takamura scores with a jab.
Takamura tries a head kick but it misses.
Northwood lands with a right hand.
Takamura stuffs the takedown attempt from Northwood. Northwood gets slowly back to his feet.
Northwood looks to score with a jab to the body but Takamura is just out of range.
Takeshi Takamura is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Northwood throws a leg kick but Takamura sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Northwood takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Northwood bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Takamura connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Takamura cracks Northwood with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Northwood looks to score with a jab to the body but Takamura is just out of range.
A nice side step and Takamura releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Takamura connects with a good right hand that stumbles Northwood. Northwood circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Takamura lands a nice shot that snaps Northwood's head back.
Takamura misses with a wild body shot.
Takamura throws out a loose jab but Northwood uses good head movement to avoid it.
Northwood changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Takamura missing with a left hand there. Northwood was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Northwood throws a body shot but no joy.
Takamura uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Northwood.
Takamura moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Takamura cracks Northwood with a right hand to the side of the head.
Takamura connects with a good right hand that stumbles Northwood. Northwood circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Takamura scores with a jab to the head.
Northwood slips a jab from Takamura.
Northwood swings away with a body shot that misses
and Takamura counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Takamura has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Takamura scores with a punch to the head.
Takamura throws out a loose jab but Northwood uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Northwood misses the target.
Northwood backing away here, and Takamura unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Northwood looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Takamura throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Northwood decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Takamura's guard.#ES2#
Takamura kicks Northwood off and gets to his feet.
Takamura avoids the body shot from Northwood.
Northwood takes a swing at Takamura's ribcage but misses.
Takamura lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Northwood at a distance.
#T3##TD#
Takamura tries to sprawl but Northwood drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Takamura has his hands clasped together around Northwood's back. He's all about the action.
Northwood with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Northwood seems to be working for a kimura but Takamura defends the submission attempt.
Northwood with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Takamura is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Northwood looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Northwood is trying to work for a kimura but Takamura is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Takeshi Takamura comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Takamura 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeshi Takamura!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Northwood moves out of range of the strikes.
Northwood ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Duff misses with a hook.
Duff throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and Northwood decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Duff's guard.
Duff is looking to stand up but Northwood isn't so interested in that idea.
Northwood throws a big right hand that misses.
Northwood sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Duff's guard.
Duff wants to get back to his feet.
Northwood is trying to control the action in half guard but Duff is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Duff pushes Northwood off looking to stand but Northwood dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB2#
Northwood seems to be working for a kimura but Duff defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duff wants to get back to his feet.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Northwood in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Northwood is trying to work for a kimura but Duff is defending well.
#T1#
Northwood scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Northwood in particular looking to stall.
Duff is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Northwood is looking for a kimura but Duff is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Northwood to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Northwood is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Northwood stops Duff from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Northwood is trying to control the action in half guard but Duff is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Duff pushes Northwood off looking to stand but Northwood dives back in and keeps control.
Northwood trying to control the pace.
Duff pushes Northwood off looking to stand but Northwood dives back in and keeps control.
#T2##SUB2#
Northwood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Duff doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Northwood.
Duff is trying to stand up here but Northwood is controlling him well.
Duff trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Northwood tries to pass the half guard into mount. Duff knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Duff is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Duff thows a left - swing and a miss!
Northwood takes one to the side of the head.
Duff looks to land a right hand but Northwood moved out of range.
Northwood uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Duff.
Northwood throws a body shot but no joy.
Duff throws a jab but it's blocked by Northwood. #T3#
Duff takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Northwood throws a lazy right hand but Duff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Northwood slips under a jab from Duff.
Northwood feints the counter takedown.
Duff rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Northwood counters with a right hand to the body.
Duff swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Northwood uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Duff.
Duff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Northwood sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Duff takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Duff ducks under a wild hook from Northwood.#TD2#
Northwood shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Duff manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Northwood showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Northwood stops Duff from standing up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Northwood is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Duff is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Northwood's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4##ES#
Duff pushes Northwood off and scrambles back to his feet.
Duff misses with a straight right.
Northwood swings for the body but Duff moves out of range.
Northwood thows a left - swing and a miss!
Duff jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Northwood slips under a jab.
Northwood slips under a jab from Duff.
Duff moves out of range as Northwood strikes.
Duff misses with a straight left.
Northwood misses with a hook.
Northwood misses with the combination.
Danny Duff is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big right from Duff misses.
Northwood slips under a jab from Duff.
And Northwood tries to counter it with a takedown but Duff pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Duff lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Colton Northwood has been cut.
Duff thows a left - swing and a miss!
Northwood bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Northwood.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Colton Northwood will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Colton Northwood's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Northwood bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duff missing with a left hand there. Northwood was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duff walks into a straight right hand from Northwood.
Danny Duff is winning the standup battle so far.
Northwood avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Duff is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Northwood blocks a jab.#TD2#
Northwood shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Northwood showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
Duff kicks Northwood off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
Northwood closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Duff is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Northwood wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Duff, who protects the arm well.
Duff is trying to get back to his feet.
Northwood working the head and body with strikes.
Northwood just content to control the position.
Duff is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Northwood asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T1#
Duff is letting Northwood control him for a moment.
Northwood trying to control the action but Duff is working from the bottom.
Northwood scores with a couple of short elbows.
Northwood content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Duff is pushing Northwood's head away, looking to escape. Northwood manages to hold on to the position though.
Northwood trying to control the action but Duff is working from the bottom.
Duff is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Northwood has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Colton Northwood has got the better of the ground game so far.#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.
Northwood wants to control but Duff is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Northwood is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Duff is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Duff is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Northwood is controlling him well.
Duff on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Northwood landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Duff is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Northwood is trying to get an arm triangle but Duff is defending well.
Duff wants to get back to his feet.#T3#
Northwood wants to control but Duff is keeping him busy.
Duff wants to get back to his feet but Northwood drags him back down.#SUB2#
Northwood thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Duff is not content to let Northwood control the position.
Northwood controls the position from side control.
Duff is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Northwood wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Duff, who protects the arm well.
Northwood wants to control but Duff is keeping him busy.
Northwood is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Duff's shoulder. That is not cool. #T4#
Duff is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Northwood has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Duff is not content to let Northwood control the position. #SUB2#
Northwood is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Duff has escaped the position, nice work there.
Duff tries to escape but Northwood is in control.
Northwood lands a nice forearm strike.
Northwood trying to control the action but Duff is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Northwood tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Northwood has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Northwood working the body and head with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colton Northwood showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colton Northwood's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Duff defending well as Northwood loads up on a big left hand.
Duff getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Duff throws an overhand right that lands on Northwood's shoulder, as Northwood tries to avoid the shot.
Northwood drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Duff defends it well.
The fighters circling - Duff throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Northwood keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Duff.
Duff steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Northwood.
Northwood ducks under a wild hook from Duff.
Northwood swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Northwood moves out of range of the strikes.
Duff misses with an uppercut. Northwood saw that one coming.
Northwood swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Duff 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.
Northwood moves out of range as Duff strikes.
Duff connects with a looping right hand.
Northwood waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Duff.
Duff fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Northwood on the side of the head.#TD2#
Duff gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Northwood is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Northwood postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Northwood won't allow Duff to get back to his feet.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Duff keeps moving.
Northwood content to stall in guard here. #ES#
Duff scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Duff misses with a straight right.
Duff throws a hook to the side of Northwood's head but Northwood sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Northwood shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Northwood was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Northwood trying to control the position but Duff is working away. #SUB2#
Northwood thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Northwood connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Duff some visible discomfort.
#T2#
Duff pushes Northwood away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Northwood gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Duff tries to escape back to his feet but Northwood has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Duff's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Duff is tapping! Northwood saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Colton Northwood!
Colton Northwood tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
CACC 71
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dragon Li Chai (ranked 6496 p4p, 175 weight class) and Colton Northwood (ranked 21711 p4p, 199 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Dragon Li Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Colton Northwood!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood pushes Chai up against the ropes in a clinch.
Northwood jumps into guard, dragging Chai to the mat.
Chai postures up.
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.
Northwood throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Chai escapes and throws Northwood's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (3) vs (0) Northwood
Chai wants to control but Northwood is keeping him busy.
I wouldn't like to be where Northwood is right now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood is not content to let Chai control the position.
Chai controls the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Chai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Northwood knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Northwood is looking for a sweep.
Northwood keeping his opponent close.
Northwood is trying to work for a sweep but Chai has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (5) vs (0) Northwood
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to reverse the position but Chai maintains control.
Northwood is squirming around, avoiding Chai's attempts to control the action.
Northwood 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: Chai (5) vs (2) Northwood
Chai is trying to control the position but Northwood postures up.
Chai is really struggling to control Northwood but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Northwood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chai has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Northwood has managed to get both his arms back between Chai's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Northwood 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chai is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Northwood defends well.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Chai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Northwood is aware though and is defending well.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Chai is trying to keep Northwood in close.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Northwood works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chai controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Northwood wants to free his trapped foot but Chai is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chai is looking to improve his position.
Northwood working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Chai's thigh. Chai counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Northwood trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Chai looking for a sweep. Not yet Chai, not yet.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Northwood must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Northwood controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Chai working a defensive guard here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai controlling the position.
Chai working for a triangle but Northwood defends it easily.
Northwood stays in close to Chai's body and controls the position.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai is looking to sweep but instead, Northwood has passed into half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to pass the guard but Chai defending well.
Northwood frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (5) vs (5) Northwood
Northwood trying to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Chai trying to control from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Northwood 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.
Northwood is thwarting Chai's attempts to control the position.
Chai is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Chai is staying active underneath Northwood, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Northwood stalling.
Northwood is working for a kimura but Chai is defending it quite comfortably.
Chai wants to control but Northwood is keeping busy.
Chai is looking for a sweep. Northwood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Chai is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Northwood's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Northwood's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chai (9) vs (5) Northwood
Northwood tries to escape but Chai has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Northwood showing good submission defense here.
Northwood breaks Chai's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (9) vs (7) Northwood
Chai is trying to control the position but Northwood postures up.
Chai looking for a guillotine here but Northwood defends easily.
Chai keeping full guard, as Northwood tries to pass.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai keeping full guard, as Northwood tries to pass.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai looking to control.
Chai keeping full guard, as Northwood tries to pass.
Chai is trying to keep Northwood in close.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Northwood is aware though and is defending well.
Chai trying to keep a closed guard but Northwood is proving a slippery customer.
Chai looking to hit a scissor sweep but Northwood is one step ahead there.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Chai escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Northwood gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chai is trying to keep Northwood in close.
Northwood slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (9) vs (10) Northwood
Chai tries to bench press Northwood off him but Northwood keeps the position.
Northwood is staying tight to Chai's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Northwood trying to control the position but Chai is working away.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chai tries to bench press Northwood off him but Northwood keeps the position.
Northwood wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Chai, who protects the arm well.
Chai is trying to control Northwood's posture but Northwood avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai is not content to let Northwood control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Northwood wins on points by 10 to 9.
Colton Northwood tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
CACC 63
Date: Mar 07, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Colton Northwood (ranked 21753 p4p, 174 weight class) and Tom Tomson (ranked 3956 p4p, 100 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Colton Northwood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Tom Tomson!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Northwood is trying to pull guard but Tomson has him pressed against the ropes.
Northwood is trying to pull guard but Tomson turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Northwood gets underhooks to prevent Tomson's takedown attempt.
Tomson jumps into guard, dragging Northwood to the mat.
Northwood is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Northwood showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood passes into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Northwood is looking to take a break and control but Tomson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tomson wants to control but Northwood is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tomson is not content to let Northwood control the position.
Northwood looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Northwood wants to work for an arm triangle but Tomson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Northwood slows the pace down in half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tomson wants to control but Northwood is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Northwood perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Northwood is trying to control the action in half guard but Tomson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tomson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Northwood is trying to work for a kimura but Tomson is defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is just content to waste time from the top position. Tomson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Northwood works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Northwood wants to pass to mount but Tomson is defending the position.
Northwood is keen to just control but Tomson is a slippery customer.
Northwood is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is looking for a sweep. Northwood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomson is looking to control Northwood's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tomson avoid being mounted?
Northwood tries to pass to full mount but Tomson defends it.
Tomson 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.
Northwood is looking for a kimura here.
Northwood works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (3) vs (0) Tomson
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tomson is trying to escape the mount.
Northwood moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Tomson has worked his arm free - good work by Tomson!
Northwood wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tomson, who protects the arm well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Northwood takes a little break here. Tomson wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Northwood tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Northwood has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Northwood tries for a kimura but Tomson is defending well.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomson keeps working.
Tomson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Northwood wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomson keeps working.
Northwood swings around for an armbar but Tomson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Northwood's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (3) vs (2) Tomson
Northwood looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tomson passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (3) vs (5) Tomson
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to improve position but can't.
Northwood wants to control but Tomson postures up.
Northwood is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Northwood's face as Tomson controls the position.
Northwood is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Northwood is not content to let Tomson control the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Northwood can't do much from the bottom here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Northwood prevents Tomson from moving into mount.
Northwood tries to control but Tomson manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Northwood (3) vs (8) Tomson
Northwood looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Tomson controls the action.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tomson gets his hands free as Northwood looks to control.
Northwood is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tomson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
A lull in the action here.
Tomson is not going to allow Northwood to sit and survive in this position.
Tomson doesn't have the hooks in and Northwood manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (5) vs (8) Tomson
Northwood wants to control from the top but Tomson keeps moving.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is really struggling to control Tomson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Northwood 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.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Tomson keeps moving.
Northwood pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tomson is keeping the position for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tomson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tomson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (5) vs (10) Tomson
Tomson preventing the sweep.
Northwood not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tomson trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom.
Tomson wants to pass the guard but Northwood is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tomson wins on points by 10 to 5.
A victorious Tom Tomson 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:
CACC 54
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Colton Northwood (ranked 22045 p4p, 163 weight class) and Rikiya Goromaru (ranked 5483 p4p, 125 weight class). Rikiya Goromaru is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Colton Northwood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Rikiya Goromaru!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Northwood manages to pull guard.
Goromaru wants to pass the guard but Northwood is keeping the position.
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.
Goromaru engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Northwood seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Northwood trying to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood has control of Goromaru's left arm, preventing Goromaru from doing any damage.
Northwood wants to sweep but no luck.
Goromaru passes Northwood's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Goromaru prevents Northwood from improving his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood wants to control but Goromaru is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Goromaru trying to mount his opponent but Northwood defends it.
Goromaru trying to control the action but Northwood is working from the bottom.
Northwood trying to control but Goromaru postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Northwood is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Goromaru is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Northwood works his way to full guard. Good work.
Goromaru trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Northwood had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Goromaru defends it easily.
Goromaru trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goromaru not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Goromaru is pushing down on Northwood's leg trying to pass to half guard. Northwood is fighting to maintain full guard but Goromaru has managed to sneak the leg through.
Goromaru prevents Northwood from improving his position.
Goromaru is keen to just control but Northwood is a slippery customer.
Goromaru stalling.
Northwood tries to roll over but Goromaru keeps him under control.
Northwood wants to control but Goromaru is keeping busy.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to roll over but Goromaru keeps him under control.
Goromaru is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Goromaru's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Northwood is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Goromaru's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Goromaru's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Northwood (4) vs (0) Goromaru
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Will Northwood go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Goromaru is in a bad position with Northwood working for a choke. Goromaru manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (4) vs (2) Goromaru
Goromaru being controlled here momentarily.
Northwood keeping full guard, as Goromaru tries to pass.
Goromaru 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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Northwood seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Northwood wants to hit a switch here but Goromaru passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Northwood there! Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (4) vs (5) Goromaru
Goromaru content just to control the position here.
Northwood tries to lock up and control but Goromaru gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Goromaru content just to control the position here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Goromaru tries to control but Northwood wriggling away.
Northwood is working to get back to half guard.
Northwood is working hard here to advance position.
Goromaru looking to control but Northwood is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to hold on but Goromaru pushes him away.
Goromaru looking to control but Northwood is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Goromaru controlling the position easily from mount.
Northwood is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to control Goromaru's body but Goromaru pushes him off. Northwood squirms to his side and now Goromaru has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Northwood (4) vs (8) Goromaru
Northwood looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Goromaru trying to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control but not successfully.
Goromaru tightening his grip on Northwood, looking for the choke.
Northwood tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Northwood is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Goromaru controlling his opponent.
Northwood is just holding on here. Goromaru manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Northwood (4) vs (11) Goromaru
Northwood tries to escape but Goromaru has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Goromaru avoiding Northwood 's attempts to control his hands.
Good control from Goromaru.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to break free.
Goromaru biding his time, controlling Northwood.
Northwood wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Northwood is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
And that's the end of the fight!
Goromaru wins on points by 11 to 4. |
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Event:
CACC 47
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Colton Northwood (ranked 22526 p4p, 144 weight class) and Donald O Rourke (ranked 6262 p4p, 127 weight class). O Rourke has chosen Big Iron- Marty Robbins as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Colton Northwood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Donald O Rourke!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood forces O Rourke back against the ropes and clinches.
Northwood manages to pull guard.
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.
O Rourke trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.
Northwood has O Rourke pulled in close to control his posture.
O Rourke wants to control from the top but Northwood keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Northwood holds on and takes a little breather.
O Rourke trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood wants to sweep here but O Rourke controlling him for the moment.
O Rourke trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Northwood is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (2) vs (0) O Rourke
O Rourke keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
O Rourke trying to control the position.
O Rourke is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Northwood defends well.
O Rourke tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Northwood controls from within his opponent's guard.
Northwood trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but O Rourke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (5) vs (0) O Rourke
Northwood tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Northwood has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
O Rourke tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Northwood working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Northwood has hold of O Rourke's arm. He's looking for a kimura. O Rourke seems comfortable defending it but Northwood has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! O Rourke is real pain and he's forced to tap out! O Rourke is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Northwood couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Colton Northwood!
In his post fight interview, Colton Northwood started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Donald O Rourke stepped up to the mic, saying 'Its whatever, i'm young and this is a learning experience. '. |
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Event:
CACC 41
Date: Jan 11, 2020 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Colton Northwood (ranked 7345 p4p, 95 weight class) and Sapidum Pullum (ranked 3581 p4p, 62 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Colton Northwood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sapidum Pullum!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Pullum gets caught napping as Northwood dives in and scores a takedown. Pullum manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Northwood (2) vs (0) Pullum
Pullum trying to control the position here.
Northwood might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pullum is trying to keep Northwood in close.
Northwood stands and throws Pullum's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (5) vs (0) Pullum
Northwood is looking to take a break and control but Pullum is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pullum manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pullum wants to get back to full guard.
Pullum looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pullum has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Northwood is working away from the top position though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Pullum can do anything to dispel that myth.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pullum is not content to let Northwood control the position.
Pullum trying to control from the bottom.
Northwood content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pullum is concentrating on defense, preventing Northwood from advancing position.
Northwood is trying to work for a kimura but Pullum is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Pullum is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Colton Northwood!
Colton Northwood decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CACC 33
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Malaki Novez (ranked 24965 p4p, 100 weight class) and Colton Northwood (ranked 7228 p4p, 97 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Malaki Novez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Colton Northwood!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Novez takes the fight into the clinch.
Novez is trying to drag Northwood to the mat but Northwood just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Northwood gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Novez (0) vs (2) Northwood
Novez trying to control from the bottom.
Northwood seems to be looking for submissions.
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.
Novez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Northwood 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood slips nicely into half guard.
Northwood is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Novez is trying to maintain the position but Northwood is very close to passing his half guard.
Novez tries to get to full guard but Northwood has control of the leg.
Northwood is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Novez 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.
Novez is trying to control but can't.
Novez looking for submissions off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood stalling.
Northwood's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Novez trying to get back to full guard but Northwood takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Novez (0) vs (5) Northwood
Northwood has hold of Novez's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Novez manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Northwood goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Novez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Novez (2) vs (5) Northwood
Novez 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Novez trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom.
Novez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Novez won't allow Northwood to sweep him here.
Northwood looking for a guillotine here but Novez defends easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Northwood can do anything to dispel that myth.
Northwood 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Northwood is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Novez (2) vs (7) Northwood
Novez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Northwood wants to pass the guard but Novez is keeping the position.
Northwood's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Novez keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Novez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Northwood manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Novez (4) vs (7) Northwood
Northwood wants to sweep here but Novez controlling him for the moment.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Novez from controlling successfully.
Novez is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Northwood is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Northwood is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Novez defends well.
Northwood pulls Novez in close to his closed guard and prevents Novez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Novez from controlling successfully.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Novez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Northwood swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Northwood wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Novez is pushing down on Northwood's leg trying to pass to half guard. Northwood is fighting to maintain full guard but Novez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Novez wants to control but Northwood is keeping him busy.
Northwood wants to get back to full guard.
Novez is looking to take a break and control but Northwood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Northwood gets back to full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Novez trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom.
Northwood pulls Novez in close to prevent any damage.
Northwood being controlled here, momentarily.
Northwood controlling Novez's posture.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Novez from controlling successfully.
Northwood looking to hit a scissor sweep but Novez is one step ahead there.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Novez from controlling successfully.
Northwood tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Novez forces his way into half guard.
Northwood trying to control from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is trying to get back to full guard.
Northwood keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Northwood looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Northwood desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Northwood is defending against the submission attempts here by Novez.
Novez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Northwood keeps working.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is doing well to control the position and prevent Novez from advancing to side control.
Northwood is continuing to stall.
Novez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Northwood is defending against the submission attempts here by Novez.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Novez prevents Northwood from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Northwood manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Northwood wants to sweep here but Novez controlling him for the moment.
Northwood is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Northwood working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Novez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Novez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Northwood is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Novez wants to control from the top but Northwood keeps moving.
Northwood is pulling down on Novez's head to control his posture.
Let's hope that Northwood 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.
Novez trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Northwood looking to hit a scissor sweep but Novez is one step ahead there.
Well,Novez is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Novez wants to pass the guard but Northwood is keeping the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Northwood is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Novez trying to control but Northwood is working from the bottom.
Novez is fighting to break Northwood's control of his arms but Northwood is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
More stalling from Northwood.
Novez wants to control from the top but Northwood keeps moving.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control the position here.
Novez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Northwood swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Northwood is pulling down on Novez's head to control his posture.
Novez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Northwood has control of Novez's left arm, preventing Novez from doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Novez advances to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Northwood wins on points by 7 to 4.
Colton Northwood bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CACC 28
Date: Dec 07, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Draco Bravo (ranked 5922 p4p, 66 weight class) and Colton Northwood (ranked 7201 p4p, 79 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Draco Bravo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Colton Northwood!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Northwood defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bravo.
Northwood gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Northwood jumps guard and drags Bravo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Northwood has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bravo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Northwood seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bravo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Northwood swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bravo wants to pass the guard but Northwood is keeping the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Northwood is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Northwood has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bravo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Northwood throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bravo looking to sit in guard and control but Northwood gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bravo (0) vs (2) Northwood
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Northwood's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Northwood trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bravo 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.
Bravo keeping full guard, as Northwood tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bravo is looking for a triangle but Northwood pushes his legs off easily.
Northwood sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bravo's guard.
Northwood is thwarting Bravo's attempts to control the position.
Northwood works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bravo (0) vs (5) Northwood
Northwood trying to control the action but Bravo is working from the bottom.
Northwood tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Northwood has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control the position but Bravo is working away.
Bravo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Northwood's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Northwood stalling.
Northwood tries to pass to full mount but Bravo defends it.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bravo is looking for a sweep. Northwood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bravo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Northwood is working away from the top position though.
Bravo is looking for a sweep. Northwood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Northwood works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bravo (0) vs (8) Northwood
Northwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bravo keeps working.
Bravo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bravo is not content to let Northwood control the position.
Bravo is looking for a sweep.
Northwood tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Northwood wants to control but Bravo is keeping him busy.
Northwood passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Bravo! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bravo (0) vs (10) Northwood
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Northwood looking to control but Bravo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Northwood has hold of Bravo's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bravo manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Northwood trying to control but Bravo is having none of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Northwood controlling the pace for now.
Northwood wants to control the pace but Bravo is squirming around nicely.
Northwood has control of Bravo's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Bravo regains control of the situation pretty easily.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bravo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Northwood.
Northwood controlling from mount.
Bravo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Northwood.
Northwood has control of Bravo's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Bravo regains control of the situation pretty easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Northwood trying to control but Bravo is having none of it.
Bravo slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Northwood looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Northwood trying to control from half guard but Bravo is working away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood wants to advance to full mount but Bravo doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Northwood thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bravo keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully.
Northwood drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bravo dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bravo (2) vs (10) Northwood
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Northwood wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Northwood is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bravo postures up.
Northwood wants to sweep but no luck.
Northwood throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Northwood trying to keep a closed guard but Bravo is proving a slippery customer.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Northwood holds on and takes a little breather.
Northwood trying to control the position.
Northwood keeping moving, preventing Bravo from controlling successfully.
Northwood trying to keep a closed guard but Bravo is proving a slippery customer.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bravo trying to control the position from guard on top but Northwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Northwood can do anything to dispel that myth.
Northwood 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Northwood is looking for a triangle here but Bravo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bravo (5) vs (10) Northwood
Bravo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Northwood keeps working.
And that's the end of the fight!
Northwood wins on points by 10 to 5.
Colton Northwood 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:
CACC 19
Date: Nov 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Colton Northwood (ranked 6898 p4p, 67 weight class) and Ze Jiurgite (ranked 24663 p4p, 78 weight class). Jiurgite is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Bezerra - O Malandro Era Forte. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Ze Jiurgite was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Colton Northwood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ze Jiurgite!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jiurgite avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jiurgite closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Jiurgite wants the takedown. Northwood is fighting it off but Jiurgite persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Northwood's guard against the ropes. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Northwood (0) vs (2) Jiurgite
Jiurgite stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Northwood swivels though and keeps the full guard.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Northwood 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.
Northwood keeping full guard, as Jiurgite tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Northwood 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.
Northwood seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Jiurgite sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Northwood's guard.
Jiurgite perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Jiurgite looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Northwood is trying to maintain the position but Jiurgite is very close to passing his half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is looking for a sweep. Jiurgite is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Northwood gets back to full guard.
Jiurgite won't allow Northwood to sweep him here.
Northwood working a defensive guard but Jiurgite manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (0) vs (5) Jiurgite
Jiurgite wants to control but Northwood is keeping him busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is trying to improve his position.
Jiurgite is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Northwood will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Jiurgite tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jiurgite has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jiurgite wants to control but Northwood is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Northwood wants to control but Jiurgite postures up.
Northwood is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jiurgite is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Northwood manages to get back to half guard.
Northwood is looking to control Jiurgite's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Northwood avoid being mounted?
Jiurgite looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to roll over but Jiurgite keeps him under control.
Northwood won't allow Jiurgite to pass to mount.
Northwood is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Northwood trying to hold on to Jiurgite's head to control him but Jiurgite postures up.
Jiurgite is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Northwood is just riding it out for now. Jiurgite eventually gives up the hold.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jiurgite tries to pass the half guard into mount. Northwood knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jiurgite trying to control from half guard but Northwood is working away.
Jiurgite frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (0) vs (8) Jiurgite
Jiurgite fails to move to back control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood is desperately trying to improve his position but Jiurgite has a good base and remains in mount.
Jiurgite wants to control the pace but Northwood is squirming around nicely.
Northwood is controlling an arm, preventing Jiurgite from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Northwood is looking to improve his position but Jiurgite isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Northwood tries to hold on but Jiurgite postures up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Jiurgite takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Northwood (0) vs (11) Jiurgite
Jiurgite is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Northwood has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Jiurgite is persistently looking for the submission but Northwood is defending it well.
Jiurgite is trying to stick to Northwood's back but Northwood is turning into Jiurgite. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jiurgite's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Northwood. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (2) vs (11) Jiurgite
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jiurgite managing to control the position.
Jiurgite is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Northwood wants to control from the top but Jiurgite keeps moving.
Jiurgite pulls Northwood in close to prevent any damage.
Northwood trying to control but Jiurgite is working from the bottom.
Jiurgite is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Jiurgite looking to hit a scissor sweep but Northwood is one step ahead there.
Jiurgite bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Northwood's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (2) vs (13) Jiurgite
Jiurgite stands and throws Northwood's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (2) vs (16) Jiurgite
Jiurgite wants to lay and pray for a moment but Northwood keeps working.
Northwood tries to buck Jiurgite off but Jiurgite is having none of it.
Jiurgite trying to control the action but Northwood is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Northwood wants to control but Jiurgite postures up.
Northwood knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jiurgite on the ground.
Northwood is not content to let Jiurgite control the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Jiurgite is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Jiurgite might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Northwood haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Northwood is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Northwood is trying to control Jiurgite's posture but Jiurgite avoids it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Jiurgite swings around for an armbar but Northwood sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Jiurgite's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Northwood (4) vs (16) Jiurgite
Jiurgite wants to hit a switch here but Northwood passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jiurgite there! Score +3 for passing guard: Northwood (7) vs (16) Jiurgite
Jiurgite is squirming around, avoiding Northwood's attempts to control the action.
Jiurgite tries to control the position but Northwood now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Northwood (10) vs (16) Jiurgite
Northwood has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Jiurgite rolls, trying to escape but Northwood keeps control of the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Northwood tries to keep control of the position but Jiurgite is staying busy.
Jiurgite is really stuck here.
Northwood is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Jiurgite is defending well though. Northwood let's go of the attempt for now.
Jiurgite is really stuck here.
Jiurgite is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Northwood is looking for the choke from the back position but Jiurgite is controlling his hands well.
Jiurgite 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.
Jiurgite wants to control his opponent's hands but Northwood gets his hands free.
Northwood controlling well, preventing Jiurgite from escaping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jiurgite showing good submission defense here.
Northwood gets his hands free as Jiurgite looks to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jiurgite wins on points by 16 to 10.
A relieved looking Ze Jiurgite 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 16, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Northwood moves into the clinch.
Aljandro is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Northwood pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Aljandro really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD2#
Northwood pulls Aljandro into guard.
#SUB#
Aljandro drops back looking for a leg! Northwood is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Northwood manages to kick Aljandro off! Aljandro jumps back into Northwood's guard. #SUB#
Aljandro postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Northwood is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Aljandro, into his guard. #REVB#
Northwood controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aljandro keeping moving, preventing Northwood from controlling successfully. #T1#
Northwood with a flurry of punches that miss.
Aljandro being controlled here, momentarily.
Northwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Aljandro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Northwood looking to improve position, pressing down on Aljandro's thigh with his hand. Aljandro seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Northwood paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Northwood's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Aljandro picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Milan Aljandro!
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