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Event:
WCF 78: Anderson vs Skystalker
Date: Jun 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Burton connects with a body shot that sends Unbelivable's belly button to the back.
Amos Burton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Unbelivable gets a clinch.
Burton blocking some punches.
#TD#
Unbelivable manages to pull guard.
Burton looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Unbelivable is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unbelivable looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burton is one step ahead there.
Burton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Let's hope that Burton 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.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Unbelivable throws a head kick that misses.
Burton throws out a counter right but Unbelivable avoids it with no problem.
Unbelivable ducks right into an uppercut from Burton.
Burton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Unbelivable doesn't seem bothered though.
Burton moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Burton 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.
Nice body punch from Burton.
Burton misses with a shot to the body
and Unbelivable counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Unbelivable goes for a double leg but Burton avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Burton continues to drive forward.
Burton lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Burton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Burton lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Burton pulls guard.
Unbelivable wants to pass the guard but Burton is keeping the position.
Burton controlling Unbelivable's posture. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Burton.
Unbelivable trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom.
Burton has Unbelivable pulled in close to control his posture.
Unbelivable missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Burton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A left lands for Burton.#CL2#
Burton gets in close and instigates a clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Burton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Burton.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Burton. #TD2#
Burton manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Burton is pulling down on Unbelivable's head to control his posture.
Unbelivable has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amos Burton dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Unbelivable is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Burton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Unbelivable pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A punch lands to the side of Unbelivable 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Burton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Unbelivable was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Burton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Unbelivable manages to avoid it.
As Burton tries to get set, Unbelivable tries to push him back and clinch up but Burton manages to avoid the attempt.
Unbelivable on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Burton works the jab nicely.
Amos Burton seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Unbelivable throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Burton tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Unbelivable is in Burton's guard.
Burton is controlling Unbelivable's posture.
Unbelivable trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Unbelivable got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Unbelivable has managed to get both his arms back between Burton's legs - danger averted.
Unbelivable missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burton trying to control the position here.
Burton's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Yet more stalling tactics from Burton.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Unbelivable trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Unbelivable fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Burton avoids it really well and circles away.
Unbelivable misses with a body kick.
Burton looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Burton tests Unbelivable's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Burton slaps away a takedown attempt from Unbelivable, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Usko Unbelivable is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Burton darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Unbelivable takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Unbelivable gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Burton misses with a hook.
Unbelivable throws a big counter combination but Burton scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Unbelivable takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Unbelivable misses with a takedown attempt - Burton sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Usko Unbelivable. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Unbelivable shoots for a takedown but Burton saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Burton clinches with his opponent.
Unbelivable wants to stall.
Unbelivable misses with a short punch on the inside.
Unbelivable trying to stall but Burton improves his position.
Unbelivable is trying to pull guard but Burton has him pressed against the cage.#T4##TD2#
Burton manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Burton is controlling Unbelivable's posture.
Unbelivable wants to stand but Burton has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Burton controlling Unbelivable's posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Burton is continuing to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amos Burton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Burton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burton connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Unbelivable's hands.
Burton jabs Unbelivable to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Unbelivable blocks a jab.
Burton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Burton throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Burton getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Burton thuds a left hand into Unbelivable's body.
Burton throws a big shot that misses.
Nice defenses there by Unbelivable.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unbelivable fails to land with a series of punches.
Burton looks to land a left hand but Unbelivable moved out of range nicely.
Burton takes a swing at Unbelivable's ribcage but misses.
Burton throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burton connects with a body shot that sends Unbelivable's belly button to the back.#T1#
Burton lands with a hook. Unbelivable tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Burton lands a nice hook to Unbelivable's body. Unbelivable takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Burton throws a hook but Unbelivable blocks it.
Unbelivable shoots in and drives through. Burton sprawls well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Burton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Burton just misses with a punch to the body.
Unbelivable shoots in but no luck this time.
A cross from Burton lands.
Burton circles away from the clinch attempt.
Burton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Unbelivable on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Burton misses the shot to the body.
Unbelivable avoids the body shot from Burton.
Unbelivable takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Unbelivable needs to keep his hands up - Burton had a free shot at his head there.#T2##CL2#
Burton drives through and clinches with Unbelivable against the cage.
Unbelivable's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Burton pulls guard effortlessly.
Burton wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
More stalling from Burton.#T3#
Burton with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Unbelivable has been working on his balance at whitey's gym , so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Burton.
Unbelivable takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#CL2#
Unbelivable gets tackled into the cage by Burton. Burton maintains the clinch. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Burton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Burton tries to throw a body punch but Unbelivable avoids it by throwing Burton back against the cage.
Usko Unbelivable has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Burton pushes Unbelivable back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Burton gets through Unbelivable's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC2#Unbelivable is rocked!
Burton pushes Unbelivable against the cage. Burton is working some dirty boxing. Burton pushes off with a quick right hook! Unbelivable goes down! Unbelivable tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Burton moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Amos Burton!
The defeated Usko Unbelivable had this to say: 'well he was a better man tonight'. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 53: Wolf vs Kiran
Date: May 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Rasputin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burton.
Rasputin wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Burton throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Burton swats away the attempt to clinch by Rasputin.
Rasputin blocks a head kick by Burton.
Burton circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Burton has Rasputin up against the cage in a clinch.
Rasputin lands a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Amos Burton has been cut.
Rasputin lands an elbow inside.
Burton has a couple of punches blocked by Rasputin.
Rasputin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Burton is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Rasputin drops Burton with a big knee straight up the middle! Burton is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#Burton is rocked!
Rasputin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Rasputin moves into the clinch.
Burton is still on wobbly legs! Can Rasputin finish him?
Burton scores with a shot to the side of Rasputin's head.
Burton seems to have recovered his senses.
Rasputin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Burton's defenses.
Rasputin missing with knees to the body.
Rasputin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Rasputin unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Burton looks winded!#T1#
Knees to the body from Rasputin.
Burton avoiding damage as Rasputin throws knees to the body.
Burton misses with some punches.
Rasputin looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rasputin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Rasputin landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Rasputin lands an elbow inside. #CUT#That has opened up Amos Burton's cut even more.
Rasputin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Rasputin lands an elbow just above Burton 's eye.
Rasputin landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Burton avoids a wild elbow strike from Rasputin.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rasputin.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Rasputin obliges.#KD#
Rasputin drops Burton with a big knee straight up the middle! Burton is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rasputin is looking to clinch. #CL#
Rasputin gets a clinch.
Rasputin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Burton's defenses.
Rasputin misses with an elbow over the top.
Rasputin lands a damaging elbow. #T2#
Burton lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rasputin landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Rasputin.
Burton takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#The cut above Amos Burton's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Burton takes an elbow to the forehead.
Knees to the body from Rasputin.
Rasputin lands an elbow just above Burton 's eye. #CUT#Amos Burton's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Rasputin prevents a body shot from Burton.
Rasputin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Burton takes a knee to the side of the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Rasputin.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Amos Burton's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Piotr Rasputin! |
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Event:
CACC 180: Pavlov vs Cruz
Date: Mar 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Burton as he jumps to the side.
Burton wants to counter with a clinch but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez sets himself, and Burton steps forward looking for the clinch! Rodriquez avoids it this time.
Rodriquez tries for a takedown but Burton sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodriquez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Burton defends well and Rodriquez ends up having to push Burton into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rodriquez tries to pull guard but Burton forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Burton stops a takedown attempt from Rodriquez.
#TD2#
Burton pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Burton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Burton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Burton looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
Burton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Burton keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez pushing down on Burton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Burton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Burton defends it well.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Burton defending well.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Burton is a slippery customer.
Burton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodriquez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodriquez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodriquez trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Burton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez pushes down on Burton's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Rodriquez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burton sees it coming and defends easily.
Burton tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Burton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura here.
Burton wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Burton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Burton tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Burton regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Burton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Burton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Burton is looking for a triangle but Rodriquez pushes his legs off easily.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Burton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rodriquez escapes and throws Burton's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (3) vs (0) Burton
Burton is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Burton is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez just content to control the position.
Burton is trying to improve his position.#T5#
Burton manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Burton
Burton working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Burton is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Burton#SUB#
Burton defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Burton's body.
Burton tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
#T6##SUB#
Rodriquez looking to break Burton's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Burton remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Rodriquez will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Will Rodriquez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB#
Burton defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Rodriquez's arms. #SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the RNC.
Burton is trying to break free.
Burton staying busy and making it hard for Rodriquez to control.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Burton from escaping the position.
Burton is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Rodriquez off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Rodriquez working for a choke but Burton is defending well.
Burton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7##SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the choke but no joy.
Burton looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Burton is really stuck here.
Burton looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Burton manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Burton.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (2) Burton
Burton looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Burton#SUB2#
Burton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burton is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burton being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Burton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.#SUB2#
Burton working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Burton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodriquez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodriquez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T9#
Rodriquez passes Burton's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Burton is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Burton defending well.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Burton is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Burton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Burton is holding on for now. #SUB#
Rodriquez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burton sees it coming and defends easily.#T10##SUB#
Rodriquez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burton sees it coming and defends easily.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Burton is defending the position.
Burton gets full guard.#SUB2#
Burton looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burton is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T11##SUB#
Rodriquez 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.
Burton keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Burton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.
Burton keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is sitting in close to Burton's body. Burton has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Rodriquez is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Rodriquez is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Burton.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Amos Burton! |
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Event:
CACC 173: Hozdic vs Nielsen 3
Date: Feb 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 23 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Stewart Dunkirk and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Sparxx tries to keep at a distance but Burton has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Burton pulls guard.
Burton keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Sparxx pushes down on Burton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Burton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sparxx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Burton does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sparxx is working for a kimura but Burton is defending it quite comfortably.
Sparxx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Sparxx is keen to just control but Burton is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Sparxx is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Burton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Burton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sparxx pulls his head out easily.
Sparxx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Sparxx seems to be looking for submissions.
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard.
Burton tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.#T2##SUB#
Sparxx seems to be working for a kimura but Burton defends the submission attempt.
Sparxx is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (3) vs (0) Burton
Burton is working to get back to half guard.
Sparxx manages to capitalize on a mistake by Burton to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (6) vs (0) Burton
Burton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Sparxx has managed to slip his arm under Burton's chin. This could be all over... yep, Burton is tapping out! Submission win for Sparxx.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tyrone Sparxx!
After the big win, Tyrone Sparxx made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors HELLBENT and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
CACC 165: Andersson vs Halo
Date: Jan 24, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Lurch Addams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Cecil Peabody and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Addams feints and as Burton raises his hands in defense, Addams changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Addams (2) vs (0) Burton#SUB2#
Burton working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Addams has passed into half guard!
#SUB2#
Burton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Addams seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Burton does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Addams really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back.
Burton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Addams is working for a submission of some sort.
Addams is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Burton! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (5) vs (0) Burton
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Addams tries to control but Burton wriggling away.
Addams controlling the position easily from mount.
Burton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Addams pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Burton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Burton can't escape the position.
Addams sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Addams trying to control but Burton is having none of it.
Burton working to try and regain half guard.
Burton is squirming around, avoiding Addams's attempts to control the action.
Burton is trying to escape the mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T2#
Addams controlling the pace for now.
Addams tries to control but Burton wriggling away.
Addams prevents Burton from getting the reversal.
Addams content just to control the position here.
Addams looking to control but Burton is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Addams tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Burton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half 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.
Burton 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: Addams (5) vs (2) Burton
Addams controls Burton momentarily but Burton frees himself. #T3##SUB#
Addams working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Burton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Burton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Addams looking to control.
#SUB#
Addams looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Addams trying to keep a closed guard but Burton is proving a slippery customer.
Addams is pulling down on Burton's head. It's preventing any offense from Burton, at least for the moment.
Addams wants to hit a sweep here but Burton passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Addams there! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (5) vs (5) Burton#T4#
Burton looking to control and managing it successfully.
Addams is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Addams is working hard here to advance position.#T5#
Addams tries to hold on but Burton postures up.
Addams keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Burton avoids the attempt from Addams to control.
Addams really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Burton looking to control but Addams is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T6#
Addams is trying to escape the mount.
Burton takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Addams is looking to improve his position but Burton isn't that keen on the idea.
Addams wants to control but Burton is having none of it.#T7#
Burton prevents Addams from getting the reversal.
Burton avoids the attempt from Addams to control.
Burton takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Addams wants to control but Burton is having none of it.
Burton tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T8#
Addams is looking to improve his position but Burton isn't that keen on the idea.
Addams is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Punch Out Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Burton wants to control the pace but Addams is squirming around nicely.
Addams is desperately trying to improve his position but Burton has a good base and remains in mount.
Addams prevents Burton from taking his back.
Addams 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: Addams (7) vs (5) Burton
Addams will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Addams wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving.
Burton keeping full guard, as Addams tries to pass. #SUB2#
Addams got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Addams has managed to get both his arms back between Burton's legs - danger averted.#T9#
Addams showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Burton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Addams trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Addams tries to free his leg and advance position but Burton is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Burton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Addams trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Burton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Addams doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Addams manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Burton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Addams doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Addams manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T10#
Burton keeping moving, preventing Addams from controlling successfully.
Addams is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Burton is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Addams slips nicely into half guard.
Burton is in trouble now - Addams has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (10) vs (5) Burton#SUB#
Addams has hold of Burton's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Burton manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Addams moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Addams (13) vs (5) Burton#SUB#
Burton showing good submission defense here.
Addams controlling well, preventing Burton from escaping the position.
#T11#
Burton is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Addams is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Addams is persistently looking for the submission but Burton is defending it well.
#SUB#
Burton fending off the submission attempt from Addams. #SUB#
Addams is persistently looking for the submission but Burton is defending it well.
Burton tries to escape the position.
#T12#
Addams is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Addams is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
Addams has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Burton has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Addams controls the position.
Burton prevents Addams from getting a body triangle.
Addams controlling well, preventing Burton from escaping the position.
Addams doesn't have the hooks in and Burton manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (13) vs (7) Burton
Addams not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Addams looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burton is one step ahead there. #T13#
Addams is trying to keep Burton in close.
Addams wants to sweep here but Burton controlling him for the moment.
Burton postures up.
#SUB#
Addams has his foot on Burton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Burton works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Addams has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Burton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Addams can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Burton controls the pace.#T14#
Addams wants to control but Burton passes easily into half guard.
Addams has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Burton is working away from the top position though.
Addams wants to get back to full guard but Burton has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (13) vs (10) Burton
Burton trying to control but Addams is having none of it.
Addams tries to hold on but Burton postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Addams manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Addams takes the fight on points by 13 to 10.
Lurch Addams thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CACC 159: Average vs Halo III
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Jack Blood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Anthony Taglia and Dean Styles.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Blood gets tackled into the ropes by Burton. Burton maintains the clinch.
Blood tries to score a body lock takedown but Burton shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Burton successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Blood avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Blood's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Blood pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burton is keeping the position for now.
Blood trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Blood can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blood controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Blood avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1##SUB2#
Burton has his foot on Blood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blood works his way back into a safe position though.
Blood passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Blood (3) vs (0) Burton#SUB#
Blood is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Burton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Blood advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blood (5) vs (0) Burton
Burton is trying to escape the mount.
Blood looking to control but Burton is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Blood controlling the pace for now.
Burton is desperately trying to improve his position but Blood has a good base and remains in mount.
Burton wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Blood (8) vs (0) Burton
Burton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Burton showing good submission defense here.
#T2##SUB#
Blood is cranking Burton's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Burton! He's tightened the choke and Burton is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jack Blood!
Jack Blood decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 151: Ty vs Tetsuo
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Richard Morgan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, John Kavanagh and Eddie Farnsworth.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Burton gets a clinch. #TD2#
Burton successfully pulls guard.
Burton keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Morgan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Burton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morgan defends well.
Morgan stands and throws Burton's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morgan (3) vs (0) Burton
Morgan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Burton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Morgan tries for a kimura but Burton is defending well.
Burton is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1#
Burton stops Morgan from passing to mount.
Burton sneaks back into half guard.
Burton is trying to get back to full guard.
Morgan is trying to control. Burton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Burton wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Burton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Burton tries to roll over but Morgan keeps him under control.
Burton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Morgan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Morgan passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Burton! Score +3 for passing guard: Morgan (6) vs (0) Burton
Morgan mounts Burton! Really nice guard pass there!
Morgan takes Burton's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Burton is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Morgan (9) vs (0) Burton#SUB#
Morgan patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Morgan patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Morgan is looking to control Burton but Burton is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Morgan has the hooks in. Burton is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3##SUB#
Morgan looking for the choke but no joy.
Burton is in bad spot here.
Burton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Burton is trying to defend against the choke here but Morgan has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Morgan Tightens the hold and Burton taps out furiously! Morgan displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Richard Morgan!
Richard Morgan 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 142: Ribbler vs Gatsby
Date: Nov 22, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 18 losses; Torkel Bystrom! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Franklyn Lucas and Reed Andrews.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Bystrom looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Burton is fending him off so far but Bystrom persists. Nope, Burton circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Burton drives through and clinches with Bystrom against the ropes.
Burton fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Burton pulls guard successfully.
Bystrom pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burton is keeping the position for now.
Bystrom passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Bystrom (3) vs (0) Burton
Burton is looking for a sweep.
Bystrom is looking to take a break and control but Burton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bystrom will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Bystrom tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bystrom has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burton tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Bystrom working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Burton is trying to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Bystrom tries for a kimura but Burton is defending well.
Bystrom has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Burton is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Bystrom working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bystrom tries to advance to mount but can't.
Burton is trying to get back to half guard.
Bystrom advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Bystrom (5) vs (0) Burton#SUB#
Bystrom is working for a guillotine from mount but Burton frees his head quite easily.
#T2#
Burton tries to reverse the position but Bystrom maintains control.#SUB#
Bystrom looking to secure an arm triangle but Burton defends it well.
Burton is squirming around, avoiding Bystrom's attempts to control the action.
Burton really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Bystrom looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Bystrom has hold of Burton's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Burton manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Burton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bystrom looking to control but Burton is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3##SUB#
Bystrom is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Burton has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Burton can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Bystrom wants to finish this one by submission but Burton is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Bystrom. #SUB#
Bystrom is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Burton has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Bystrom looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Burton is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bystrom controlling the position easily from mount.
Burton 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: Bystrom (5) vs (2) Burton
Burton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4#
Burton content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Bystrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Burton advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bystrom (5) vs (5) Burton
Burton controls the position from side control.#T5#
Bystrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Burton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bystrom keeps working.
Bystrom is looking for a sweep.#T6#
Bystrom is working hard here to advance position.
Burton laying and praying for a moment but Bystrom takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Bystrom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burton pulls his head out easily. #T7#
Bystrom is looking for a sweep. Burton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Burton is pressing down on Bystrom's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bystrom is holding on for now.
Bystrom tries to roll over but Burton keeps him under control.
Burton uses his free foot to push down on Bystrom's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bystrom. Score +3 for passing guard: Bystrom (5) vs (8) Burton#T8#
Bystrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Burton sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Burton is continuing to stall.
Bystrom is desperately trying to improve his position but Burton has a good base and remains in mount.#T9#
Burton is trying to take his opponent's back.
Burton controlling his opponent.
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.
Bystrom is working to get back to half guard.
#T10#
Bystrom is controlling an arm, preventing Burton from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Bystrom tries to reverse the position but Burton maintains control.
Burton controlling the pace for now.
Bystrom is trying to escape the mount.
#T11#
Bystrom gets back to half guard.
Burton wants to control but Bystrom is keeping him busy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Bystrom looking for submissions off his back.
Burton wants to pass to mount but Bystrom is defending the position. #T12#
Burton is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bystrom gets full guard.
Burton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bystrom swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burton wants to control from the top but Bystrom keeps moving.
Burton not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T13##SUB#
Bystrom is looking for a triangle but Burton pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Bystrom looking for a guillotine here but Burton defends easily.
Bystrom keeping full guard, as Burton tries to pass. #SUB#
Bystrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T14#
Burton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Bystrom escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Burton gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Bystrom looking for a guillotine here but Burton defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burton trying to control but Bystrom is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Burton wins on points by 8 to 5.
Torkel Bystrom spoke after the fight, saying 'Well back to the gym.'. |
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Event:
CACC 135: Bok vs Sparxx III
Date: Nov 01, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Guido Gloom! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Daniel Franklin and Robert Twigg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Burton gets tackled into the ropes by Gloom. Gloom maintains the clinch. #TD#
Gloom has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Burton uses from the top position. #SUB#
Gloom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gloom keeping moving, preventing Burton from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Gloom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Burton avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Gloom 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.
Burton tries to free his leg and advance position but Gloom is retaining full guard.
Gloom controls Burton momentarily but Burton frees himself. #T1#
Burton is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Gloom has an active guard here but Burton has managed to pass into half guard.
Gloom trying to control here.
Burton keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gloom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Burton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gloom knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gloom regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Burton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gloom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Burton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Gloom looking for a guillotine here but Burton defends easily.
Burton trying to control the position from guard on top but Gloom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gloom is looking for a triangle but Burton pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Gloom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
Gloom is trying to control the position but Burton postures up.
Burton is stalling in the full guard.
Burton forces his way into half guard.
Burton keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Gloom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Burton content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Burton wants to take a breather but Gloom is having none of it.
Gloom is trying to get back to full guard.
Burton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gloom (0) vs (3) Burton
Burton avoids the attempt from Gloom to control.
Burton trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gloom is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Gloom is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Burton trying to control but Gloom is having none of it.
Gloom tries to reverse the position but Burton maintains control.
Burton controlling from mount.
Burton is continuing to stall.
Burton seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Gloom is holding on tight.
#T6#
Gloom working to try and regain half guard.
Gloom wants to control but Burton is having none of it.
Burton content just to control the position here.
Gloom really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Burton takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gloom is trying to escape the mount.
#T7#
Gloom sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Burton stalling. #SUB#
Gloom actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Gloom looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gloom is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Gloom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gloom is looking to control Burton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gloom avoid being mounted?#T8#
Gloom moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Gloom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gloom can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Burton controls the pace.
Burton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gloom is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Burton defends well.
Burton forces his way into half guard.#T9#
Burton is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gloom tries to roll over but Burton keeps him under control.
Gloom wants to control but Burton is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Gloom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burton pulls his head out easily.
Gloom is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Burton wants to pass the guard but Gloom is defending well.
Gloom is pressing down on Burton's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Gloom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Burton is aware though and is defending well.
Gloom keeping full guard, as Burton tries to pass.
Burton stands and throws Gloom's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gloom (0) vs (6) Burton
A lull in the action here as Burton stalls from top position.
Gloom struggling a bit here.#T11#
Gloom is looking to regain half guard here but Burton keeps moving and retains side control.
Burton is staying tight to Gloom's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Burton trying to control the action but Gloom is working from the bottom.
Gloom tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here as Burton stalls from top position.
Gloom is trying to control Burton's posture but Burton avoids it. #T12#
Burton in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Burton trying to control the action but Gloom is working from the bottom.
Gloom is looking for a sweep.#T13#
Burton advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gloom (0) vs (8) Burton
Gloom wants to hold on but Burton pushes him away.
Burton controlling the pace for now.
Gloom working to try and regain half guard.
Burton controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Burton 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.#T14#
Gloom is working to get back to half guard.
Burton fails to advance to Gloom's back.
Gloom is trying desperately to improve position.
Burton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gloom is looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gloom working to try and regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Burton wins on points by 8 to 0. |
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Event:
CACC 125: Bok vs Sepi
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Kevin Submission! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Burton forces Submission back against the ropes and clinches.#TD2#
Burton decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Submission thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain 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.
Submission pushes down on Burton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Submission seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Burton does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Submission looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Burton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Submission pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Burton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Submission pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Submission is trying for a kimura here. Burton looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Submission wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kevin Submission! |
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Event:
CACC BLUE BELT BLUES FINAL
Date: Sep 11, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Johnny Bolivar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Steve Smith and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bolivar is trying hard to land a takedown here. Burton sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
Burton gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Burton tries to pull guard but Bolivar holds him up against the ropes and eventually Burton drops back down to his feet.
Burton tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Burton tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bolivar smiles and moves away.
Johnny Bolivar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amos Burton.
Bolivar looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Burton is fending him off so far but Bolivar persists. Nope, Burton circles away and we're back to standing.
Bolivar tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Burton swivels and escapes.
Bolivar goes for a double leg but Burton avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Burton continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Burton pushes Bolivar up against the ropes in a clinch.
Burton fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Burton drags the fight down to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Burton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bolivar looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Burton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bolivar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bolivar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Bolivar trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bolivar stays in close to Burton's body and controls the position.
Bolivar wants to pass the guard but Burton is keeping the position.
Bolivar trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Burton has his foot on Bolivar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bolivar works his way back into a safe position though.
Burton can't keep his opponent in guard - Bolivar advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB#
Bolivar is looking for a kimura but Burton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bolivar to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Burton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bolivar pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Bolivar is working for a submission of some sort.
Burton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Bolivar is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Burton is just riding it out for now. Bolivar eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Bolivar is looking to take a break and control but Burton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Burton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bolivar pulls his head out easily.
Bolivar frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Bolivar (3) vs (0) Burton#SUB#
Bolivar looking to secure an arm triangle but Burton defends it well.
Burton is squirming around, avoiding Bolivar's attempts to control the action.
Burton tries to reverse the position but Bolivar maintains control.
Bolivar wants to take his opponent's back but Burton doesn't allow it.
Bolivar takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Bolivar tries to control but Burton wriggling away.
Bolivar sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Bolivar looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Burton is trying to escape the mount but Bolivar keeps good control and instead manages to take Burton's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bolivar (6) vs (0) Burton
Bolivar has the hooks in. Burton is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Will Bolivar go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Burton rolls, trying to escape but Bolivar keeps control of the position.
Burton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Burton breaks Bolivar's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bolivar (6) vs (2) Burton#T5#
Bolivar keeping full guard, as Burton tries to pass.
Burton trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolivar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bolivar trying to keep a closed guard but Burton is proving a slippery customer.
Burton controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T6#
Bolivar pulls Burton in close to prevent any damage.
Bolivar lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bolivar (8) vs (2) Burton#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Burton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bolivar controls the pace.
Bolivar trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #T7##SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bolivar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Burton is looking for a triangle but Bolivar pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Burton is looking for a triangle here but Bolivar uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bolivar (11) vs (2) Burton
Bolivar works to advance to full mount. Burton defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Bolivar (13) vs (2) Burton
Burton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bolivar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T8##SUB#
Burton defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Bolivar.
Burton tries to reverse the position but Bolivar maintains control.
Bolivar takes Burton's back. Score +3 for taking back: Bolivar (16) vs (2) Burton
Burton tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Burton is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Bolivar is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Burton has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Burton is wriggling around trying to escape.
Burton has given up his back. Will we see Bolivar going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Bolivar (19) vs (2) Burton
Bolivar keeps control of the position as Burton tries to break free.
#SUB#
Burton showing good submission defense here.
#T9#
Bolivar controlling well, preventing Burton from escaping the position.
Bolivar is riding his opponent, not letting Burton buck him off.
Burton is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Bolivar off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Bolivar is persistently looking for the submission but Burton is defending it well.
Burton is really stuck here.
Bolivar tries to keep control of the position but Burton is staying busy.
Bolivar is really struggling to control Burton but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Burton rolls, trying to escape but Bolivar keeps control of the position.
#T10#
Bolivar tries to keep control of the position but Burton is staying busy.
Burton is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Burton is trying to roll into a better position but Bolivar has get a rear naked choke and Burton is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Johnny Bolivar!
Johnny Bolivar made sure to mention his sponsor, Savage Fightwear in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 109
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Devlin Draco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Third Test!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Test darts in and clinches Draco up against the ropes.#TD2#
Test jumps guard and drags Draco to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Draco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Test has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Draco has managed to get both his arms back between Test's legs - danger averted.
Draco looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Test is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Draco defends well.
Test keeping moving, preventing Draco from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Test is looking for a triangle but Draco pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Test throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Draco escapes and throws Test's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Draco (3) vs (0) Test#T1#
Test is looking for a sweep.
Draco trying to control the position but Test is working away.
Draco has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Test looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Test manages to work his way to half guard, despite Draco's best efforts.#SUB2#
Test looking for submissions off his back.#T2##SUB2#
Test is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Draco pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Test looking for submissions off his back.
Draco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Test keeps working.
Draco wants to pass the guard but Test is defending well.
Draco looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3##SUB#
Test is defending against the submission attempts here by Draco.
Draco is looking to take a break and control but Test is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Test looking for submissions off his back.
Draco content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4##SUB2#
Test has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Draco escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Draco! Score +3 for passing guard: Draco (6) vs (0) Test
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Test is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here.
Draco trying to control the action but Test is working from the bottom.
Test is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Draco wants to control but Test is keeping him busy.
Draco is really struggling to control Test but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Test is looking to regain half guard here but Draco keeps moving and retains side control.
Draco trying to control the position but Test is working away. #T6#
Draco taking a breather here.
Test is trying to get back to half guard.
Draco is looking to take a break and control but Test is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Draco is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Test is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T7##T8#
Draco slows the pace down.
Draco trying to control the action but Test is working from the bottom.
Draco controlling the position. #T9#
Draco wants to control but Test is keeping him busy.
Draco controlling the position from side mount. #SUB#
Draco looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Test is trying to improve his position.
Test is not content to let Draco control the position. #T10#
Test is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Draco wants to work for an arm triangle but Test is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Draco passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Draco (9) vs (0) Test
Test manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Draco (9) vs (2) Test
Test sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Draco is looking for a sweep. Test is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T11#
Test is taking a breather. Draco 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.
Draco is refusing to be controlled, as Test sits in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Draco manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Test tries to free his leg and advance position but Draco is retaining full guard.
Draco controls Test momentarily but Test frees himself.
Test must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T12#
Test stays in close to Draco's body and controls the position.
Test slips nicely into half guard.
Draco is staying active underneath Test, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Test slows the pace down in half guard.
Draco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Test is working away from the top position though.#T13##SUB2#
Draco is defending against the submission attempts here by Test.
Draco is staying active underneath Test, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Draco is looking to control Test's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Draco avoid being mounted?
Draco works his way to full guard. Good work.#T14#
Draco trying to control the position.
Draco trying to control the position here.
Draco wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Draco takes the fight on points by 9 to 2.
Devlin Draco gave a mention to Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 11, 2019 |
#R1#
Solstenheim moves out of range as Test strikes.
Test throws a combination that misses
and Solstenheim counters with a one-two to the body.
Test loads up on a big right hand but Solstenheim slips the punch.
Test keeps the fight on the outside.
Test looks to land a right hand but Solstenheim moved out of range.
Solstenheim wants to clinch up but Test keeps it at a distance.
Nice sprawl there from Test as Solstenheim shoots in.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Solstenheim is defended easily by Test.
Nice takedown defense from Test. No joy for Solstenheim on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kai Solstenheim. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Solstenheim fakes the leg kick and cracks Test in the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solstenheim uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Test.
Test misses with an uppercut. Solstenheim saw that one coming.
Test throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
No luck for Solstenheim with that takedown attempt.
Test ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Solstenheim moves away.#T1#
Solstenheim scores with a head kick. Test tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
A swing and a miss from Test.
Solstenheim half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Test throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Solstenheim lands a head kick. Test smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Test looks to score with a jab to the body but Solstenheim is just out of range.
Solstenheim shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Test as he avoids it easily.
Solstenheim tries to clinch there but Test circles away.
Solstenheim slips under a jab from Test.
Test misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Solstenheim cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Solstenheim wants to clinch.#CL#
Solstenheim gets a clinch.
Test swings wildly with an uppercut but Solstenheim uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Solstenheim is looking to control Test's arms but Test gets an underhook and turns him. Now Solstenheim has his back to the cage.
Solstenheim blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Test misses with the head strike.
Solstenheim could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Test scores with a shot to the side of Solstenheim's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Test lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Test swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Solstenheim is looking to break free of the clinch but Test has double underhooks.
Solstenheim blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Solstenheim is trying to stall.
Test softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD#
Solstenheim gets control of Test's arms and successfully pulls guard. Solstenheim will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Test postures up.
Test is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Solstenheim looking for a sweep. Not yet Solstenheim, not yet.
Test is stalling in the full guard.
Test postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Solstenheim dives in and grabs Test's left leg, looking for a takedown. Test pushes down on Solstenheim's head and hops out.
Test misses with an uppercut. Solstenheim saw that one coming.
Solstenheim scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Test misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Solstenheim.
Solstenheim shoots for a takedown but Test saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Solstenheim is breathing heavily.
Test throws an off balance right hand
and Solstenheim counters with a two punch combo.
Solstenheim misses with a takedown attempt - Test sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Solstenheim uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Test.
Solstenheim slips under a jab from Test.
Test throws a hook but Solstenheim avoids it easily.
Test thows a left - swing and a miss!
Solstenheim tries to clinch there but Test circles away.
Solstenheim cracks the inside of Test's front leg.
Solstenheim staying out of range there.
Test throws a jab when Solstenheim was well out of range.
Test throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Solstenheim feinted with a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Third Test dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Test misses with a hook
and Solstenheim counters with a two punch combo.
Test misses with an uppercut. Solstenheim saw that one coming.
Test swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Solstenheim tries to score a power double leg takedown but Test sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Solstenheim somewhat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Test! But no joy.
Test misses with a lunging right hand
and Solstenheim counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Test thinking.
A decent looking cross lands there for Solstenheim.
Test throws a looping overhand right but Solstenheim ducks down to avoid it.
Kai Solstenheim is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Test throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Test throws a jab but it's blocked by Solstenheim.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solstenheim staying out of range there.
Solstenheim ducks under a wild hook from Test.
Solstenheim moves out of range as Test strikes.
Solstenheim throws a quick counter kick to the body but Test avoids it.
Test throws a hook but Solstenheim blocks it.
Solstenheim lands with a nice combination. Test backs away looking to recover.
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!
Test throws an off balance right hand
and Solstenheim counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Test throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Solstenheim counters with a three punch combo that has Test backing up. Test nods at Solstenheim to acknowledge the strikes.
Test rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Solstenheim to counter with a crisp jab.
Test defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Solstenheim.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Solstenheim misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Test looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kai Solstenheim. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Test loads up on a big right hand but Solstenheim slips the punch.
Test jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Test slaps away a takedown attempt from Solstenheim, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Test on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Test waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Solstenheim.
Solstenheim tries to close the distance and clinch but Test swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Solstenheim steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Test.
Test throws a body punch but Solstenheim moves out of range.
Solstenheim tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Test manages to circle out of the way.
Solstenheim slips under a jab from Test.
Test might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A jab from Test misses.
Solstenheim attempts a counter takedown but Test avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Solstenheim slips a jab from Test.
Solstenheim slips a straight right by Test.
Test misses with a hook
and Solstenheim counters with a left and a right that stings Test.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Test thows a left - swing and a miss!
Test throws a jab but it's blocked by Solstenheim.
Test misses with a lunging right hand
letting Solstenheim counter with a right hand.
A jab from Test misses.
Nice defenses there by Solstenheim.
Solstenheim looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Test throws a lazy uppercut
and Solstenheim counters with a straight right hand.
Test throws a hook but Solstenheim blocks it.
Solstenheim moves out of range as Test strikes.
Solstenheim blocks a jab.
Test throws a lazy uppercut
and Solstenheim counters with a good low kick that Test was not able to check.
Solstenheim keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Test misses with a right hand
and Solstenheim counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Solstenheim keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Test.
Third Test seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Solstenheim slips under a jab.
Test rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Solstenheim counters with a left and a right that stings Test.
Solstenheim closes this distance looking for a takedown but Test circles away.
Solstenheim displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Test throws out the jab.
Test throws a lazy uppercut
and Solstenheim counters with a series of strikes. Test will be more careful next time no doubt.
Solstenheim ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Test thows a left - swing and a miss!
Solstenheim throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Test fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Solstenheim manages to avoid it.
Test throws a predictable looking body shot
and Solstenheim counters with a three punch combo that has Test backing up. Test nods at Solstenheim to acknowledge the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Solstenheim moves out of range as Test strikes.
Solstenheim uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Test.
Solstenheim slips under a jab.#T4#
Test throws a hook but Solstenheim blocks it.
Solstenheim appears to be looking for a big counter.
Solstenheim shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Test but Test pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Test thows a left - swing and a miss!
Solstenheim shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Test as he jumps to the side.
Test misses with an uppercut.
Test throws a hook but Solstenheim avoids it easily.
Solstenheim shoots for a takedown but Test saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Test misses with an uppercut
and Solstenheim counters with a nice body shot.
Solstenheim avoids the body shot from Test.
Test throws a jab when Solstenheim was well out of range.
Kai Solstenheim is winning the standup battle so far.
Test throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Test misses the jab.
Third Test is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Test misses with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Kai Solstenheim will probably get the nod.
That's time! Solstenheim's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Test throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Solstenheim has a takedown stuffed.
Test misses with a combination
and Solstenheim counters with a three punch combo that has Test backing up. Test nods at Solstenheim to acknowledge the strikes.
Solstenheim tries to close the distance and clinch but Test swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Solstenheim displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Test throws out the jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Solstenheim misses its target.
Solstenheim ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Test gets caught napping as Solstenheim dives in and scores a takedown. Test manages to retain guard.
Test wants to sweep here but Solstenheim controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Test has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Test wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Solstenheim postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Test is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Solstenheim, into his guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Test tries to free his leg and advance position but Solstenheim is retaining full guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Test stays in close to Solstenheim's body and controls the position.
Solstenheim trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Test controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Solstenheim trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Solstenheim throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Test's waist but Test gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Solstenheim off to one side.
Test swings widly with a right hand
and Solstenheim counters with a series of strikes. Test will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
Test looks to land a left hand but Solstenheim moved out of range nicely.
Solstenheim attempts a counter takedown but Test avoids it well and moves away.
Test rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Test takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Test throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Solstenheim sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Test rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Solstenheim moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from Test.
Test throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Solstenheim sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Solstenheim steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Test.
Nice takedown defense from Test. No joy for Solstenheim on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kai Solstenheim. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Solstenheim blocks a jab.
Test ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Solstenheim moves away.#TD#
Solstenheim dives in and scores a takedown into Test's guard.
Test tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Solstenheim working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Solstenheim throws a big right hand that misses.
Solstenheim trying to control the position from guard on top but Test is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Solstenheim wants to stand but Test has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Test avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Test really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Solstenheim. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Test keeping moving, preventing Solstenheim from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Solstenheim connects with a single shot there.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kai Solstenheim.
I think Solstenheim 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kai Solstenheim!
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