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Event:
Syn 1067 Ryo vs Orestes
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Tepes lV motions for Cressbeckler to come forward. Tepes lV throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cressbeckler looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Good leg kick by Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cressbeckler misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
Tepes lV swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cressbeckler misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tepes lV swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tepes lV on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Cressbeckler has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tepes lV.#T1#
Cressbeckler misses with a looping right.
Cressbeckler scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tepes lV doesn't seem bothered though.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick
and Cressbeckler counters with a stiff right hand.
Tepes lV tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tepes lV jabs Cressbeckler right on the nose. Cressbeckler blinks but takes it well.#CUT#It looks like Joad Cressbeckler has been cut.
Cressbeckler lands with a good body shot.
Nice body kick there by Tepes lV.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tepes lV lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Cressbeckler has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Cressbeckler and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Cressbeckler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cressbeckler darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the side of Cressbeckler's head but Cressbeckler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cressbeckler misses with a straight right. #T2#
Tepes lV changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cressbeckler connects with an inside leg kick.
Tepes lV takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Cressbeckler moved away.
A little jabbing left from Cressbeckler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tepes lV slips a straight right by Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Cressbeckler moved away.#TD#
Tepes lV dives in and scores a takedown into Cressbeckler's guard.
Tepes lV scoring with some ground and pound.
Tepes lV postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Tepes lV engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tepes lV throws a big elbow that misses.
Cressbeckler seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Tepes lV throws a big elbow that misses.
Cressbeckler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tepes lV manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Cressbeckler looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tepes lV is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T4#
Tepes lV tries to pass to full mount but Cressbeckler defends it.
Cressbeckler is trying to control but can't.
Tepes lV is looking to stall here but Cressbeckler recovers full guard.
Cressbeckler being controlled here, momentarily.
Tepes lV seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Cressbeckler for as long as he can get away with.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joad Cressbeckler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joad Cressbeckler's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Cressbeckler takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick
and Cressbeckler makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Cressbeckler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler needs to keep his hands up - Tepes lV had a free shot at his head there.
Tepes lV digs a good hook to Cressbeckler's body.
Cressbeckler lands a glancing blow to the side of Tepes lV's head.
Cressbeckler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tepes lV sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV checks a low kick from Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV is looking to counter punch.
Cressbeckler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cressbeckler pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tepes lV is out of range and Cressbeckler settles back down. #T1#
A jab lands there for Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler lands a right hook to the body.
Cressbeckler misses with a wild body shot.
Cressbeckler stuffs the takedown.
Cressbeckler is looking for the big counter here.
Tepes lV 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.
Tepes lV misses with a leg kick.
Tepes lV listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tepes lV looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Cressbeckler is fending him off so far but Tepes lV persists. Nope, Cressbeckler circles away and we're back to standing.
Tepes lV takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cressbeckler moves out of range of the body kick from Tepes lV.
#T2#
Tepes lV tries for a takedown but Cressbeckler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cressbeckler throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlad Tepes lV. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV throws a poor cross that misses
and Tepes lV takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cressbeckler avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV misses with a low kick.
And Cressbeckler responds with a good body kick, but Tepes lV manages to step out the way in time.
Tepes lV connects with a solid leg kick.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tepes lV looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tepes lV connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cressbeckler momentarily.
Tepes lV lunges at Cressbeckler with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cressbeckler's hand. #T3#
Tepes lV slips a straight right by Cressbeckler.
A nice leg kick from Cressbeckler, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tepes lV moves out of range as Cressbeckler strikes.
Tepes lV thinks about countering with a body kick.
Cressbeckler throws a head kick that half lands.
Tepes lV closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cressbeckler circles away.
Cressbeckler misses with a body kick.
Tepes lV half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Tepes lV throws a big shot that misses.
Jab from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV misses with the body kick
and Cressbeckler counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Cressbeckler. That's going to slow Tepes lV down.
Cressbeckler avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tepes lV dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tepes lV scores with a hook to the body. Cressbeckler takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cressbeckler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.#TD#
Tepes lV drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cressbeckler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cressbeckler controlling Tepes lV's posture.
Tepes lV keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Cressbeckler's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joad Cressbeckler's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Cressbeckler gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler sizes up Tepes lV with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Cressbeckler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cressbeckler stuffs the takedown.
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Cressbeckler lands with a thumping leg kick.
Cressbeckler thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tepes lV if he has to take too many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cressbeckler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cressbeckler scores with a hook.#KD2#
Cressbeckler lands a left and a right that send Tepes lV crashing to the mat, dazed. Cressbeckler thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Tepes lV is rocked!#T1#
Cressbeckler throws a lazy uppercut
and Tepes lV counters with a right hand to the body.
Oh Tepes lV is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tepes lV throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cressbeckler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cressbeckler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tepes lV seems to have got his legs back now.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cressbeckler throws a low kick but Tepes lV moves out of range easily.
Cressbeckler takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tepes lV lands a jab to Cressbeckler's midsection.
Cressbeckler throws a hook but Tepes lV blocks it.
Cressbeckler cracks Tepes lV with a good jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tepes lV.#T2#
Cressbeckler walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tepes lV loads up on a big right hand but Cressbeckler slips the punch.
Cressbeckler follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tepes lV moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV shoots in but no luck this time.
Tepes lV throws a body shot but no joy.
Joad Cressbeckler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cressbeckler avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV misses with a body kick.
Tepes lV dives in and grabs Cressbeckler's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cressbeckler pushes down on Tepes lV's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlad Tepes lV. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cressbeckler lands a jab to the nose.
Joad Cressbeckler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Cressbeckler looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
Cressbeckler with a nice cross.
Cressbeckler misses with a hook.
An inside leg kick lands from Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler scores with a sloppy right hand. Tepes lV should have avoided that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Tepes lV.
Decent striking displayed by Tepes lV there.
Tepes lV tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cressbeckler sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tepes lV somewhat.#T4#
Cressbeckler scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tepes lV shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cressbeckler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cressbeckler's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tepes lV under the eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV throws a shot to the body.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick which misses Cressbeckler's front leg but catches the back leg as Cressbeckler tries to avoid it.
It looks like Tepes lV has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tepes lV on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joad Cressbeckler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Cressbeckler has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joad Cressbeckler!
An out of breath Joad Cressbeckler thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SYN 1063 Stark vs Danger
Date: Mar 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Kamara wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kamara throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Tepes lV changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kamara looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Tepes lV misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Tepes lV creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Tepes lV trying to control the position but Kamara is working away.
Tepes lV scoring with punches from side control.
Tepes lV is trying to ground and pound but Kamara uses the momentary lack of control by Tepes lV to regain half guard.
Kamara controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV not doing much here.
#T1#
Tepes lV thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tepes lV working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Kamara's thigh. Kamara counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Kamara keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
Kamara is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tepes lV is looking to work some ground and pound but Kamara has wrist control.
Tepes lV not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tepes lV lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Tepes lV trying to control but Kamara is working from the bottom.
Kamara pulls Tepes lV in close to his closed guard and prevents Tepes lV from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tepes lV moves out of range as Kamara throws a body kick.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Kamara moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. Kamara does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tepes lV tries for a takedown but Kamara sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kamara throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tepes lV on the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kamara. Tepes lV does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tepes lV slips a straight right by Kamara.
Kamara pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kamara looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tepes lV keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kamara.
Tepes lV now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Tepes lV takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tepes lV jabs Kamara to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kamara jabs Tepes lV right on the nose. Tepes lV blinks but takes it well.
Kamara throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from Kamara.
Kamara connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tepes lV. Tepes lV circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kamara misses the shot to the body.
Kamara moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Tepes lV keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kamara.
Kamara throws a head kick but Tepes lV moves out of range.
And Tepes lV tries to counter it with a takedown but Kamara pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tepes lV throws a lazy right hand but Kamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tepes lV misses with a straight left.
Kamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tepes lV was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamara.
Tagnarach Kamara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Tepes lV throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kamara was covering up waiting for the punch and Tepes lV finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T4#
Tepes lV trying to control the position from guard on top but Kamara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tepes lV throws a big elbow that misses.
Kamara trying to control the position.
Kamara avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kamara knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tepes lV on the ground.
Kamara is adopting a defensive guard.
Tepes lV is stalling in the full guard.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a solid left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Tepes lV moves out of range of the strikes.
Kamara looks to land a body kick but Tepes lV moved away.
Tepes lV throws the left hand but Kamara avoids the punch easily.
Kamara misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
Tepes lV wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tepes lV walks into a straight right hand from Kamara.
Kamara throws a hook to the side of Tepes lV's head but Tepes lV sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kamara rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamara throws a leg kick which misses Tepes lV's front leg but catches the back leg as Tepes lV tries to avoid it.
Tepes lV listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tepes lV was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamara.
Kamara connects with the punch.
Kamara misses with a lunging right hand
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand. #T1#
Kamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Kamara with a jab.
Kamara throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kamara misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
Tagnarach Kamara is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Kamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tepes lV gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tepes lV throws an overhand right that lands on Kamara's shoulder, as Kamara tries to avoid the shot.
Kamara quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kamara scores with a hook to the body. Tepes lV takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tepes lV fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kamara looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kamara.
Tepes lV slips a jab from Kamara.
Crunch! Kamara slams his shin into Tepes lV's torso.#T2#
A slow jab from Kamara misses its intended target.
Kamara tests Tepes lV's chin there with a solid looking shot.
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!
Kamara throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Kamara.
Tepes lV staying out of range there.
Tepes lV drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kamara defends it well.
Kamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tepes lV moves away.
Tepes lV with the counter takedown but Kamara avoids it easily.
Tepes lV takes one to the chin there.
Kamara sizes up Tepes lV with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tagnarach Kamara is winning the standup battle so far.
Tepes lV ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tepes lV shoots and misses
and Kamara counters with a stiff right hand.
Kamara is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tepes lV can do to turn this around?
Donk. Kamara catches Tepes lV right on the button with a cross.
Kamara rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tepes lV moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kamara misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Kamara misses with a straight left.
A head kick misses from Kamara.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kamara counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kamara. Tepes lV does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kamara misses with a looping left.
Tepes lV throws a lazy uppercut
letting Kamara counter with a right hand.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Kamara moved away.
Kamara throws a looping overhand right but Tepes lV ducks down to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Tepes lV.
Tepes lV slips under a jab from Kamara.
Tepes lV blocks a head kick by Kamara.
Kamara bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tepes lV's head backwards.
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.#T4#
Kamara throws a looping overhand right but Tepes lV ducks down to avoid it.
Kamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kamara.
Kamara takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kamara jabs Tepes lV to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV misses with a looping right.
Tepes lV sizes up Kamara with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tepes lV doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Tagnarach Kamara has been cut.
Tepes lV avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tepes lV changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kamara throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tepes lV takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kamara swings widly with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tagnarach Kamara dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tagnarach Kamara's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kamara staying out of range there.
Kamara throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kamara looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Kamara throws a series of punches but Tepes lV avoids them all with ease.
A swing and a miss from Kamara.
Kamara throws a leg kick that misses.
Kamara pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kamara takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tepes lV closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kamara circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamara misses with a shot to the body
and Tepes lV counters with a good low kick that Kamara was not able to check.
Kamara thuds his right hand into Tepes lV's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kamara jabs at Tepes lV's body.
Kamara misses with a looping left.
Tepes lV replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kamara blocks it well.
Tepes lV scores with a kick to the body.
#T1#
Kamara throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kamara throws a lazy right hand but Tepes lV sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kamara lands with a shot to the body.
Kamara misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
Kamara throws the kick towards the body but Tepes lV avoids it.
Tepes lV shoots in for a double leg but Kamara sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kamara shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tepes lV dives in for a single leg takedown but Kamara sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tagnarach Kamara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Tepes lV fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kamara is out of range.
Kamara is looking to counter punch.
Kamara throws a right hand that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tepes lV walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kamara scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
Kamara is looking to land body kicks.
Tepes lV was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kamara swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big right from Kamara misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV misses with a left hand
and Kamara counters with a straight right hand.
Kamara steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick which misses Kamara's front leg but catches the back leg as Kamara tries to avoid it.
Kamara thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kamara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kamara rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV counters with a slapping leg kick.
The fighters circling - Kamara throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tepes lV doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kamara throws a sloppy head kick and Tepes lV moves out of range easily. #T3#
Tepes lV misses with a hook. Kamara ducked under it nicely.
Kamara tries to land a front kick but Tepes lV steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kamara throws a sloppy body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a nice uppercut.
Kamara connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tepes lV momentarily.
Tepes lV swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kamara lands with a nice body punch.
Kamara misses the jab.
Kamara scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kamara stuffs the takedown.
Kamara rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kamara looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tepes lV defending well as Kamara loads up on a big left hand.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamara.
Kamara was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T4#
A cross from Tepes lV lands.
Kamara blocks a leg kick.
Kamara misses with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kamara lands with a shot to the body.
Kamara throws a lazy head kick
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tepes lV throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tepes lV throws an overhand right that lands on Kamara's shoulder, as Kamara tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the body from Kamara misses
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kamara throws the left hand but Tepes lV avoids the punch easily.
Kamara cracks Tepes lV with an open hand slap.
Kamara cracks Tepes lV with an open hand slap.
Tepes lV wants to land a leg kick but Kamara is out of range.
Kamara looks for the body kick but Tepes lV saw that one coming.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tagnarach Kamara showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kamara 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tagnarach Kamara!
A very excited looking Tagnarach Kamara made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SYN 1061 Diggs vs Ilmarinen
Date: Mar 08, 2024 |
#R1#
McCarthy throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes lV was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCarthy moves out of range of the body kick from Tepes lV.
McCarthy throws the left hand but Tepes lV avoids the punch easily.
McCarthy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tepes lV appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCarthy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A clash of legs there as McCarthy blocks the low kick.
Tepes lV misses with a looping left.
McCarthy slips a jab from Tepes lV.
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
McCarthy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV loads up on a big right hand but McCarthy slips the punch.
Tepes lV avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCarthy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A big right from Tepes lV misses.
Tepes lV connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Tepes lV wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tepes lV is looking to slow McCarthy down with leg kicks.
McCarthy throws a series of punches but Tepes lV moves out of range.
McCarthy scores with a three punch combo!
An inside leg kick lands from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCarthy cracks Tepes lV with a good jab.
McCarthy cracks Tepes lV with an open hand slap.
Tepes lV keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tepes lV tries a low kick but McCarthy avoids it.
McCarthy connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tepes lV momentarily.
Cormac McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCarthy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
McCarthy shoots in for a double leg but Tepes lV sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vlad Tepes lV is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCarthy tries for a takedown but Tepes lV sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Vlad Tepes lV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cormac McCarthy.
McCarthy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCarthy connects with a jab.#T2#
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
McCarthy cracks Tepes lV with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McCarthy throws a series of punches but Tepes lV avoids them all with ease.
Tepes lV lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McCarthy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCarthy moves forwards but Tepes lV connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McCarthy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tepes lV lands a nice looking kick to the body. McCarthy takes a step back to recover.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV throwing a counter right hand but McCarthy manages to avoid it.
McCarthy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
McCarthy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tepes lV throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCarthy misses with a jab to the body
and Tepes lV counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
McCarthy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tepes lV stuns McCarthy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Some wild striking there from McCarthy.
McCarthy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McCarthy throws a series of strikes that have Tepes lV backpedaling.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV lands with a good body shot.
McCarthy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tepes lV to score with a decent uppercut.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV tries to counter by clinching up but McCarthy breaks away and moves out of range.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCarthy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV lands a head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCarthy connects with a right hand. Tepes lV shakes it off.
McCarthy misses with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Tepes lV takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McCarthy slips a straight right by Tepes lV.
A telegraphed right hand from McCarthy misses the target.
McCarthy ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
McCarthy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV thows a body kick. McCarthy tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tepes lV throws a body shot but no joy.
McCarthy moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCarthy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV tries to work over McCarthy's front leg with a kick but McCarthy checks it.
Tepes lV looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCarthy tests Tepes lV's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tepes lV takes a swing at McCarthy's ribcage but misses.
Tepes lV thumps McCarthy with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
McCarthy throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes lV slips a jab from McCarthy.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but McCarthy moved away.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV half committed to a counter leg kick.
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tepes lV was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Vlad Tepes lV is winning the standup battle so far.
McCarthy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tepes lV sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tepes lV throws the kick towards the body but McCarthy avoids it.
Tepes lV connects with a nice looking jab.
McCarthy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy moves out of range of the strikes.
McCarthy connects with a body shot that sends Tepes lV's belly button to the back.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McCarthy. #T1#
McCarthy throws the left hand but Tepes lV avoids the punch easily.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV blocks a jab.
Tepes lV takes a swing at McCarthy's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tepes lV clobbers McCarthy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McCarthy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tepes lV stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McCarthy misses with a few strikes there.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
McCarthy takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tepes lV darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. McCarthy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tepes lV throws a right hand that misses
and McCarthy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCarthy stuns Tepes lV with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCarthy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from McCarthy.
McCarthy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tepes lV finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
McCarthy fails to land with a series of punches.
McCarthy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tepes lV rather than just go for the knockout.
Tepes lV tries to clinch there but McCarthy circles away.
Despite the aggression on McCarthy's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tepes lV scores with a kick to the midsection.
McCarthy lands with a good body shot.
Tepes lV gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCarthy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. McCarthy does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCarthy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCarthy.
McCarthy walks into a left hand. #T3#
Tepes lV connects with the punch.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A countering left hand to the body from McCarthy misses.
McCarthy misses with a lunging right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a nice low kick that buckles McCarthy's knee momentarily.
McCarthy thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCarthy misses with a wild body shot.
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tepes lV but Tepes lV pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tepes lV swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tepes lV throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tepes lV moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCarthy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tepes lV slips a jab from McCarthy.
Tepes lV appears to be looking for a big counter.
It looks like Tepes lV has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
McCarthy is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The fighters circling - Tepes lV throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tepes lV misses with a straight right.
McCarthy lands with a cross.
Tepes lV throws a shot from downtown. McCarthy moves away and avoids it.
McCarthy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tepes lV stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
McCarthy throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tepes lV moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from McCarthy.
McCarthy lands with a right hand.
Tepes lV jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCarthy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCarthy takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy misses with a two punch combination.
Tepes lV connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Crunch! Tepes lV slams his shin into McCarthy's torso.
A punch combination from McCarthy misses.
Tepes lV slips a jab and a cross from McCarthy.
McCarthy blocks the body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from McCarthy.
Tepes lV half committed to a counter leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Tepes lV misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by McCarthy or perhaps it was just good defense by Tepes lV, which made it look bad.
McCarthy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but McCarthy moves out of range.
Tepes lV just misses with a punch to the body.
McCarthy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Tepes lV misses with a head kick.
McCarthy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCarthy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
McCarthy lands a lovely overhand right.
Tepes lV showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCarthy.
McCarthy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McCarthy takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy has his takedown stuffed
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
McCarthy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Tepes lV misses the target.
Tepes lV lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCarthy at a distance.
Tepes lV chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McCarthy throws a lazy right hand but Tepes lV sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCarthy has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tepes lV.
McCarthy throws a body shot but no joy.
It appears Tepes lV was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
Tepes lV scores with a body shot.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vlad Tepes lV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cormac McCarthy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick from Tepes lV lands but McCarthy takes it in his stride.
Tepes lV steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCarthy.
McCarthy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Tepes lV with a jab.
McCarthy swings for the body but Tepes lV moves out of range.
McCarthy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCarthy has time to react.
Tepes lV stuns McCarthy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
McCarthy defending well as Tepes lV loads up on a big left hand.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV slips a jab and a cross from McCarthy.
Tepes lV thumps McCarthy with a low kick.
Tepes lV lands a lovely overhand right.
Tepes lV sizes up McCarthy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A shot to the liver by Tepes lV. Beautiful body shot.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Tepes lV moves out of range.
A shot to the body from McCarthy misses
and Tepes lV counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tepes lV misses with a looping left.
McCarthy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McCarthy misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
Tepes lV throwing a counter right hand but McCarthy manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV misses with a left hand
and McCarthy counters with a left and a right that stings Tepes lV. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McCarthy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A left lands for Tepes lV.
McCarthy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McCarthy fails to land with a series of punches.
Tepes lV jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
McCarthy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tepes lV gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV thumps McCarthy with a low kick.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
McCarthy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McCarthy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tepes lV looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.
McCarthy moves out of range as Tepes lV throws a body kick.
McCarthy misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
McCarthy swings for the body but Tepes lV moves out of range.
McCarthy ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
McCarthy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
McCarthy throws out a powerful jab.
Tepes lV doesn't manage to clinch there - McCarthy circles away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. McCarthy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCarthy.
#TD2#
McCarthy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. McCarthy showed some decent athleticism there.
McCarthy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV wants to get back to full guard but McCarthy has mounted him!#T1#
Tepes lV tries to hold on but McCarthy postures up.
McCarthy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tepes lV is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCarthy raining down hammerfists from mount.
Tepes lV holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as McCarthy tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
McCarthy looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tepes lV is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
McCarthy lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
McCarthy postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Tepes lV looks a forlorn figure.
McCarthy working Tepes lV over with strikes here.
McCarthy looking to ground and pound but Tepes lV is blocking nicely.
McCarthy thowing shots but they're missing.
Tepes lV is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McCarthy sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Tepes lV wants to control but McCarthy is having none of it.#T3#
Tepes lV is bucking up trying to escape but McCarthy cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
McCarthy landing shots from mount.
McCarthy lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Tepes lV hang on?
McCarthy lands a heavy elbow.
Tepes lV tries to reverse the position but McCarthy maintains control.
McCarthy dominating with strikes here.#ROC2#Tepes lV is rocked!
Tepes lV wants to control but McCarthy is having none of it.
Tepes lV blocking the ground and pound.
Tepes lV manages to regain half guard whilst avoiding the strikes.
Cormac McCarthy has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Tepes lV is looking to get back to full guard here but McCarthy has managed to pass to side control instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy tries to advance position but instead Tepes lV slips a leg back in to half guard.
McCarthy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tepes lV's head.
McCarthy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tepes lV makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tepes lV.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCarthy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tepes lV's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cormac McCarthy dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
McCarthy misses with a lunging right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cormac McCarthy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCarthy scores with a hook to the body. Tepes lV takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tepes lV turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tepes lV misses with a low kick.
Tepes lV lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
McCarthy connects with a body shot that sends Tepes lV's belly button to the back.#TD2#
Tepes lV tries to sprawl but McCarthy drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McCarthy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tepes lV defending well though.
McCarthy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McCarthy lands strikes from half guard.
McCarthy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tepes lV defending well though.
McCarthy throwing shots but Tepes lV is blocking nicely. #T1#
McCarthy is thwarting Tepes lV's attempts to control the position.
McCarthy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McCarthy is looking to advance position but Tepes lV won't allow it.
McCarthy passes to side control.
Tepes lV manages to get back to half guard.
Tepes lV wants to improve his position but McCarthy is controlling well.
McCarthy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
McCarthy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tepes lV knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McCarthy has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Tepes lV is bucking up trying to escape but McCarthy cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
McCarthy looking to finish Tepes lV with some ground and pound. This is bad for Tepes lV!
McCarthy with shots to the head and body - Tepes lV looks very uncomfortable down there.
Tepes lV holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as McCarthy tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
McCarthy working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T3#
McCarthy in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
McCarthy wants to control but instead Tepes lV manages to regain half guard.
Tepes lV wants to get back to full guard.
Tepes lV trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but McCarthy manages to pass to mount!
McCarthy raining down hammerfists from mount.
McCarthy scoring with strikes but Tepes lV is staying in there.
Oh Tepes lV is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCarthy dominating with strikes here.
McCarthy drops a big elbow. That's hurt Tepes lV! More shots from McCarthy and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cormac McCarthy!
Cormac McCarthy is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Cormac McCarthy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SYN 1057 Prometheus vs Rozhkov
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kamara lands with a nice body kick.
Tepes lV swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tepes lV takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tepes lV tries to land a leg kick but Kamara saw it coming and moves away.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Kamara checks it.
Kamara quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kamara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamara misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a takedown into side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The ground and pound from Tepes lV seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Tepes lV scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kamara to see if he's OK.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kamara can't do much from the bottom here.
Tepes lV working the body and head with strikes.
Sloppy strikes there by Tepes lV.
Kamara parries the strikes from Tepes lV easily there. Tepes lV is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kamara to escape.
Kamara parries the strikes from Tepes lV easily there. Tepes lV is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kamara to escape.
Kamara can't do much from the bottom here.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a big elbow.
Kamara is not content to let Tepes lV control the position.
Kamara tries to buck Tepes lV off but Tepes lV is having none of it.#T2#
Kamara struggling a bit here.
Kamara is looking to regain half guard here but Tepes lV keeps moving and retains side control.
Tepes lV sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kamara is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound.
Kamara is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Tepes lV tries to score with some ground and pound. Kamara controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kamara on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kamara tries to get out of the position.
Tepes lV working away.
Kamara is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Tepes lV misses with the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tepes lV lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kamara down.
Kamara tries to buck Tepes lV off but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Tepes lV sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kamara is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Tepes lV in side control, throwing shots but Kamara defends.
Kamara is looking for a sweep.
Tepes lV landing a few strikes.
Kamara seems a little lost for a moment, as Tepes lV dominates the positioning.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a big elbow.
Sloppy strikes there by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV is putting a hurting on Kamara here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kamara parries the strikes from Tepes lV easily there. Tepes lV is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kamara to escape.
#T4#
Tepes lV lands a nice forearm strike.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound.
Kamara is trying to escape the position but Tepes lV is controlling the position.
Tepes lV passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Kamara!
Tepes lV tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tepes lV is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Tepes lV unloads with some shots from mount but Kamara bucks and avoids them well.
Tepes lV postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kamara looks a forlorn figure.
Tepes lV looking to control and managing it successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tepes lV landing shots from mount. #CUT2#It looks like Tagnarach Kamara has been cut.
Tepes lV throws some wild stikes that Kamara manages to avoid easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tagnarach Kamara's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tepes lV waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kamara.
Kamara throwing a counter right hand but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV misses with a body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kamara looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tepes lV appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A shot to the body from Tepes lV misses
enabling Kamara to counter with a crisp jab.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Kamara thinks about countering with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good standup being displayed there by Tepes lV as he connects with a hook.
Kamara gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kamara won't be happy with that.
Tepes lV is looking to take a break and control but Kamara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Tepes lV throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tepes lV lands an elbow.
Tepes lV wants to control but Kamara is keeping him busy.
The strikes coming from Tepes lV are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Kamara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tepes lV tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kamara is looking to regain half guard here but Tepes lV keeps moving and retains side control.
Tepes lV is looking to take a break and control but Kamara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Check out the look on Tepes lV's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Tepes lV sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kamara is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Tepes lV is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kamara's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tepes lV lands some shots froms side control.
Tepes lV fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Tepes lV taking a breather here.
Tepes lV throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T3#
Tepes lV connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kamara some visible discomfort.
Kamara managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Tepes lV.
Kamara is not content to let Tepes lV control the position.
Tepes lV is working Kamara over with some ground and pound from side control.
Tepes lV wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kamara keeps working.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a big right hand but Kamara just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tepes lV scores with a couple of short elbows.
Check out the look on Tepes lV's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kamara struggling a bit here.#T4#
Kamara trying to remain calm as Tepes lV controls from the top position.
Kamara is not content to let Tepes lV control the position.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound.
Kamara tries to bench press Tepes lV off him but Tepes lV keeps the position.
Tepes lV looks up at the clock and then as Kamara takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Tepes lV smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Tepes lV landing a few strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tepes lV trying to control the action but Kamara is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tagnarach Kamara's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Tepes lV pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kamara is out of range and Tepes lV settles back down.
Kamara throws a counter high kick but Tepes lV was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kamara doesn't manage to clinch there - Tepes lV circles away.
Tepes lV tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tepes lV misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Kamara.
A jab from Tepes lV misses.
Kamara swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tepes lV explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamara uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tepes lV.
#CL#
Kamara clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch.
Kamara misses with a left hand
and Tepes lV counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Tepes lV misses with an uppercut
and Kamara counters with a stiff right hand.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kamara moves away.
It looked like Kamara wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#KD#
Kamara lands a big head kick that sends Tepes lV tumbling to the mat! Kamara takes a step backwards and waves Tepes lV back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Tepes lV is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Vlad Tepes lV has been cut.
Kamara slips under a jab.
It looked like Kamara was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the side of Kamara's head but Kamara sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tagnarach Kamara is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Kamara moves out of range.
Kamara thows a body kick. Tepes lV tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tepes lV misses with a leg kick
and Kamara counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.
We've been told by Kamara's head coaches at Convicted Fight Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kamara throws a lazy right hand but Tepes lV sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tepes lV with a jab.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamara.
Tepes lV throws a lazy right hand but Kamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tepes lV throws a lazy uppercut
and Kamara cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kamara throws a right hand that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Tepes lV feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kamaras jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tepes lV pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It appears Kamara was looking to counter with a kick there.
Tepes lV has a takedown stuffed.
Kamara throws a body shot but no joy.
Kamara misses with an uppercut
and Kamara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tepes lV throws a poor cross that misses
and Kamara counters with a straight right hand.
Kamara swings for the body but Tepes lV moves out of range.
#T4#
Kamara tries to clinch up
and Tepes lV counters with a right hand to the body.
Tepes lV shoots in but no luck this time.
Kamara swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kamara misses with a hook to the body
#TD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a single leg into guard. Kamara didn't expect that.
Kamara keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV throws a big right hand that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Vlad Tepes lV just about did enough to take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Tepes lV staying out of range there.
Tepes lV is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Tepes lV closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Tepes lV tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kamara's legs.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound but Kamara is defending the strikes.
Tepes lV lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kamara taking a bit of punishment here - Tepes lV scoring with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a big right hand but Kamara just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Tepes lV wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kamara keeps working.
Tepes lV is putting a hurting on Kamara here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kamara knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tepes lV on the ground.#T1#
Sloppy strikes there by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV is working Kamara over with some ground and pound from side control.
Tepes lV cracks Kamara with a big right hand but Kamara just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Vlad Tepes lV has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tepes lV in side control lands a decent elbow.
Tepes lV throws an elbow but Kamara slips to the side and avoids it well.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Tepes lV is staying tight to Kamara's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Tepes lV in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Tepes lV tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Tepes lV throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Tepes lV misses with the ground and pound.
Tepes lV lands some shots froms side control.#T2#
Tepes lV throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tepes lV grinds an elbow into Kamara's temple.
Tepes lV controls the position from side control.
Tepes lV is continuing to stall.
Tepes lV working the head and body with strikes.
Tepes lV has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kamara!
Kamara keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Tepes lV landing shots from mount.
Kamara in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Tepes lV raining down shots from the mount!
Tepes lV lands a couple of good shots and Kamara has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Tepes lV has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kamara's body.
Tepes lV lands a shot to the head.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Tepes lV missing with strikes from the back. #T4#
Tepes lV looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Tepes lV tries to get the hooks in deep but Kamara pushed the leg off.
Tepes lV is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Tepes lV looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Even with his hooks in, Tepes lV manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Tepes lV missing with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kamara has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Tepes lV.
I would not like to be Kamara right now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Tepes lV just misses with a punch to the body.
Tagnarach Kamara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A shot to the body from Kamara misses
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tepes lV lands a body shot.
Kamara on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tepes lV misses with a straight right.
Kamara looks to clinch
and Tepes lV cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV goes for a double leg but Kamara avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kamara continues to drive forward.
Kamara throws a combination that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a stiff right hand.
Kamara darts in trying to clinch
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Kamara throws a jab but it's blocked by Tepes lV.
Kamara tries to land a body kick
and Kamara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tepes lV throws a body shot but no joy.
Kamara is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kamara takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Kamara on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tepes lV misses with a body kick. #T2#
Kamara throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kamara being controlled here, momentarily.
Kamara avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kamara is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kamara keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV throws a big elbow that misses.
Tepes lV engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Kamara keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tepes lV throws a hook but Kamara blocks it.
Tepes lV swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kamara counters with a nice uppercut.
Kamara is looking to score with low kicks.
Kamara tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tepes lV thuds a left hand into Kamara's body.#T4##TD2#
Tepes lV changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kamara looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kamara can't do much from the bottom here.
Tepes lV content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Tepes lV connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kamara some visible discomfort.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kamara takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tepes lV winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 44:50
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 44:50
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV is the new welterweight champion!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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SYN 1053 Todd vs Diggs III
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Bates tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tepes lV swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bates defending well as Tepes lV loads up on a big left hand.
Tepes lV takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tepes lV throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bates sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bates looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tepes lV doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tepes lV misses with a looping right.
Tepes lV throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tepes lV smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tepes lV scores with a nice strike.
Bates ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Bates on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bates moves out of range of the strikes.
Bates is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tepes lV fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bates manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bates misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
Tepes lV lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL#
Bates gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tepes lV misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tepes lV is trying to break the clinch but Bates has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Bates jumps guard and drags Tepes lV to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T1#
Tepes lV working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tepes lV throws a big right hand that misses.
Tepes lV looking to sit in guard and control but Bates gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tepes lV looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Bates puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Tepes lV wants to control but Bates passes into side.
Tepes lV struggling a bit here.#T2#
Tepes lV tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bates throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Tepes lV works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Tepes lV won't allow Bates to pass to mount.
Tepes lV is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Tepes lV keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Tepes lV wants to control but Bates is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bates content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tepes lV wants to control but Bates is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nice sprawl there from Tepes lV as Bates shoots in.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Bates is just out of range.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Bates moves out of range.
Bates throwing a counter right hand but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot
and Bates cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bates throws a hook to the side of Tepes lV's head but Tepes lV sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tepes lV takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL#
Bates has managed to clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bates. #BC2#
Tepes lV manages to break the clinch.
Tepes lV tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bates tries to counter with a takedown but Tepes lV is quick to defend against it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bates wants to clinch up but Tepes lV keeps it at a distance.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bates lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bates moves out of range as Tepes lV throws a body kick.
Bates cracks Tepes lV with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bates shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Armad Bates will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tepes lV will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Bates clinches. #BC2#
Tepes lV manages to break the clinch.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Bates is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tepes lV throws a hook but Bates blocks it.
Tepes lV lands with a cross.
Bates takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tepes lV connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Bates forces Tepes lV back against the cage and clinches.
Tepes lV is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tepes lV prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bates tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tepes lV swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Bates moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bates.
Bates blocks the body kick.
#T1#
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.#CL#
Bates pushes Tepes lV up against the cage in a clinch.
Bates misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tepes lV lands a shot to the body.
Tepes lV stops a takedown attempt from Bates.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Armad Bates. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tepes lV lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bates has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tepes lV is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bates is trying to pull guard but Tepes lV turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Tepes lV working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Tepes lV - that landed with a thud.
Bates's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice right hand lands inside from Tepes lV. #BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tepes lV shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bates slips under a jab from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV slips under a jab from Bates.
Tepes lV throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tepes lV lands a nice shot to the body.
Tepes lV connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bates. Bates circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bates throws a sloppy body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#Bates is rocked!
Tepes lV with a nice calf kick.
Bates tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tepes lV paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tepes lV paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Oh Bates is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bates throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tepes lV sees it coming and avoids it easily.#KD2#
Tepes lV drops Bates with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Bates looks back up at him and smiles so Tepes lV waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#CL#
Bates moves into range and clinches up with Tepes lV.
Tepes lV presses Bates against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
Tepes lV's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tepes lV walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Bates drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Tepes lV swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Bates's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Tepes lV!
After winning the bout, Vlad Tepes lV thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SYN 1049 Prometheus vs Sampson
Date: Jan 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Parker misses with a wild combination.
Tepes lV tries a head kick but it misses.
As Tepes lV backs off Parker throws a huge counter combo but Tepes lV manages to avoid it all.#CL2#
Parker closes the distance and clinches.
Tepes lV pushes Parker back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tepes lV can't find room to land a body shot as Parker controls the action.
A short left from Parker.
Tepes lV throws a punch but it's blocked by Parker.
Tepes lV works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tepes lV misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Parker.
Tepes lV has Parker pressed against the cage.
#BC2#
Parker breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Parker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Parker tries to clinch but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Tepes lV listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tepes lV tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL2#
Parker drives through and clinches with Tepes lV against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tepes lV is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Parker gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Parker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Parker throws a right hand that Tepes lV ducks under and follows up with a left that Tepes lV also avoids with ease.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Parker lands a body shot.
Parker is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Parker takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tepes lV throws a shot from downtown. Parker moves away and avoids it.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Parker moves out of range.
Parker is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Danga de danga de dang - Parker scores with a four punch combination!
Tepes lV throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Parker on the side of the head.
Tepes lV tests Parker's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Parker fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tepes lV, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV lands a body punch.
Tepes lV lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch.
Parker has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tepes lV throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T2#
Parker tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tepes lV cracks Parker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Parker goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Tepes lV fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Parker manages to avoid it.
Parker throws a head kick but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV feinted with a counter takedown.
Tepes lV throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice cross by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Parker lands with a cross.
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Parker moves away.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Parker avoids a kick to the body.
Tepes lV lands with an uppercut that bounces Parker off the cage and back into range.
A head kick by Parker misses
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
Parker misses with a straight left.
Some wild striking there from Parker.
Tepes lV half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Tepes lV on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Parker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
Parker looks to land a combination but Tepes lV avoids it well.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but Parker moves out of range.
#CL2#
Parker moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Parker breaks from the clinch.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Parker.
Tepes lV displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Parker misses with a double jab
and Tepes lV connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Parker defending well as Tepes lV loads up on a big left hand.
Parker tries to clinch but Tepes lV moves out of range.
A jab from Parker does it's job there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Parker throws a head kick that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Parker misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
A punch combination from Parker misses.
Tepes lV is trying hard to land a takedown here. Parker sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Parker swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Parker throws a head kick that half lands.
Tepes lV looks for the body kick but Parker saw that one coming. #TD#
Tepes lV bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tepes lV scoring with punches and elbows.
Parker trying to remain calm as Tepes lV controls from the top position.
Tepes lV scoring with punches from side control.
Tepes lV trying to control the position but Parker is working away.
Parker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Parker on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Parker struggling a bit here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tepes lV fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tepes lV fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Parker checks it well.
Parker doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A big right from Parker misses.
Tepes lV dives in for a single leg takedown but Parker sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC#
Tepes lV pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Parker moves out of range.
Tepes lV on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV shoots in and drives through. Parker sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlad Tepes lV. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Parker.
Parker tries to clinch there but Tepes lV circles away.
Parker moves out of range of the body kick from Tepes lV.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tepes lV's head backwards.#CL2#
Parker closes the distance and pushes Tepes lV back into the cage.
Parker has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Parker.#BC2#
Parker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tepes lV looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Parker is fending him off so far but Tepes lV persists. Nope, Parker circles away and we're back to standing.
Tepes lV avoids the head kick by Parker.
#T1#
Tepes lV misses with a head kick.
Tepes lV lands a front kick.
Tepes lV tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Parker is able to avoid easily.
Parker scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Tepes lV closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Parker looks to move to half guard but instead Tepes lV has passed into mount! Damn!
Parker is working to get back to half guard.
Tepes lV with a couple of short strikes.
Tepes lV is in the full mount, landing strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV wants to control the pace but Parker is squirming around nicely.
Vlad Tepes lV overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tepes lV lands a heavy elbow. #T2#
Tepes lV landing strikes from the mount.
Parker is working to get back to half guard.
Parker is in a horrible position here. Tepes lV smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Parker regains half guard.
Tepes lV lands strikes from half guard.
Parker trying to control here.
Ground and pound from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV slips a nice elbow through Parker's hands, connecting with Parker's forehead.
Tepes lV trying to control the action but Parker is working from the bottom. #T3#
Tepes lV looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Parker with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Tepes lV seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Tepes lV is thwarting Parker's attempts to control the position.
Parker wants to get back to full guard but Tepes lV has mounted him!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tepes lV looking to control but Parker is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Parker is trying to escape the mount.
#T4#
Tepes lV avoids the attempt from Parker to control.
Tepes lV trying to control but Parker is having none of it.
Tepes lV has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Tepes lV landing punches.
Tepes lV trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound effectively.
Tepes lV is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Parker can do to turn this around?
Tepes lV in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Parker taking shots to the head. #ROC#Parker is rocked!
Tepes lV connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Parker fails to land with a series of punches.
Tepes lV thinks about countering with a body kick.
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tepes lV ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Tepes lV misses the target.
Tepes lV throws the left hand but Parker avoids the punch easily.
Jacob Parker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Parker misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Tepes lV on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Parker throws a head kick but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV lands with an uppercut that bounces Parker off the cage and back into range.
Parker is still on wobbly legs! Can Tepes lV finish him?
A big left from Tepes lV misses.
Tepes lV cracks Parker with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Parker falls to his knees and Tepes lV doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Tepes lV!
After winning the bout, Vlad Tepes lV thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Jacob Parker stepped up to the mic, saying 'Dammit son, my momma is gonna whip my ass!'. |
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Event:
SYN 1044 Danger vs Williams
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little feinted left hand from Tepes lV on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.
Vlad Tepes lV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2#
Tepes lV tries to keep at a distance but Pizziconi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Pizziconi working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tepes lV lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tepes lV makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tepes lV struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Tepes lV misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tepes lV goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1#
Pizziconi prevents a body shot from Tepes lV.
Pizziconi is trying to drag Tepes lV to the mat but Tepes lV just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tepes lV lands a shoulder strike.
Pizziconi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tepes lV is pressed up against the cage. Pizziconi has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tepes lV down to the mat. Tepes lV avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pizziconi is defended easily by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
Tepes lV misses the jab.
Pizziconi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice sprawl there from Tepes lV as Pizziconi shoots in.
Tepes lV tried to counter with a leg kick but Pizziconi avoided it.
Tepes lV wants to slow Pizziconi down by chopping away at his legs.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tepes lV circles away easily
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand. #T2#
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tepes lV defends it nicely.
Tepes lV throws a quick counter head kick but Pizziconi was just out of range.#CL2#
Pizziconi moves into range and clinches up with Tepes lV.
I was talking to Tepes lV's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Pizziconi wants to take the fight to the mat but Tepes lV manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tepes lV pushes Pizziconi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tepes lV lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tepes lV lands a shoulder strike.
Pizziconi is working for takedown but Tepes lV is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tepes lV throws the left hand but Pizziconi avoids the punch easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Pizziconi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T3#
Tepes lV stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tepes lV wants it to stay on the feet.
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#KD#
Tepes lV feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Pizziconi sprawling to the canvas! Pizziconi rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Tepes lV finish him?!
#ROC#Pizziconi is rocked!
Pizziconi is aggressively charging in as Tepes lV backs up avoiding any damage. Tepes lV tosses out a jab and Pizziconi runs right into it face first! Pizziconi is out cold! Tepes lV dropped down on all fours and is barking in Pizziconi's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vlad Tepes lV!
During a confident post fight interview, Vlad Tepes lV thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SYN 1039 Kamara vs McCarthy
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Tepes lV scores with a hook to the body. Cressbeckler takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cressbeckler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cressbeckler throws a series of punches but Tepes lV avoids them all with ease.
Tepes lV uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cressbeckler.
And Tepes lV tries to counter it with a takedown but Cressbeckler pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cressbeckler has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but Cressbeckler moves out of range.
Tepes lV fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tepes lV takes a swing at Cressbeckler's ribcage but misses.
Cressbeckler takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
Tepes lV fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tepes lV moves away from the strike by Cressbeckler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tepes lV scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cressbeckler doesn't seem bothered though.
Tepes lV just misses with a punch to the body.
Cressbeckler on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1#
Cressbeckler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cressbeckler misses the shot to the body.
Tepes lV is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Cressbeckler rather than just go for the knockout.
Cressbeckler defending well as Tepes lV loads up on a big left hand.
Tepes lV gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CUT2#It looks like Joad Cressbeckler has been cut.
Tepes lV tries to move into range but Cressbeckler moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tepes lV connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A shot to the body from Tepes lV misses
and Cressbeckler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cressbeckler fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tepes lV looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cressbeckler looks to throw the jab but Tepes lV is out of range.
Tepes lV lands with a hook. Cressbeckler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Cressbeckler checks it.
Tepes lV has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cressbeckler finds it's way round the side to connect with Tepes lV's head. #T2#
A head kick misses from Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV slips a jab and a cross from Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler avoids a kick to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Cressbeckler misses the target.
Tepes lV connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tepes lV misses with a body kick.
Cressbeckler takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tepes lV lands a jab to Cressbeckler's midsection.
Cressbeckler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cressbeckler takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
Cressbeckler misses with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a low kick, right behind Cressbeckler 's knee.
Tepes lV misses with a looping right.#T3#
Tepes lV cracks Cressbeckler with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tepes lV moves away from the strike by Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler misses the shot to the body.
Tepes lV fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Cressbeckler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tepes lV slips a straight right by Cressbeckler.
Cressbeckler fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tepes lV throws out a loose jab but Cressbeckler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A lazy left from Tepes lV finds it's target.
Cressbeckler misses with a body kick.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Cressbeckler is just out of range.
Cressbeckler throws a quick counter head kick but Tepes lV was just out of range.#T4#
Cressbeckler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV throws a right hand that misses
enabling Cressbeckler to counter with a crisp jab.
Tepes lV checks a leg kick.
Tepes lV with a poor takedown
and Cressbeckler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Cressbeckler moves out of range.
Cressbeckler looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tepes lV tries a low kick but Cressbeckler avoids it.
Tepes lV is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Cressbeckler had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tepes lV throws a looping overhand right but Cressbeckler ducks down to avoid it.
Cressbeckler thinks about countering with a head kick.
Cressbeckler takes one to the side of the head.
Cressbeckler works Tepes lV's body with a nice hook.
Cressbeckler throws the left hand but Tepes lV avoids the punch easily.
Nice sprawl there from Cressbeckler as Tepes lV shoots in.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joad Cressbeckler's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the body.
Cressbeckler throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cressbeckler lands a nice shot that snaps Tepes lV's head back.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cressbeckler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cressbeckler throws a big shot that misses.
Tepes lV connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cressbeckler momentarily.
Cressbeckler moves away from the strike by Tepes lV.
Cressbeckler walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cressbeckler has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tepes lV finds it's way round the side to connect with Cressbeckler's head.
Tepes lV misses with an uppercut.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tepes lV loads up on a big right hand but Cressbeckler slips the punch.
And Cressbeckler counters with a quick kick to the body but Tepes lV blocks it.
Good exchange - Tepes lV coming out on top.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tepes lV misses with a hook
and Cressbeckler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Tepes lV throws a leg kick that is checked
and Cressbeckler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cressbeckler cracks Tepes lV with an open hand slap.
Cressbeckler misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV moves away from the strike by Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cressbeckler counters with a low kick, right behind Tepes lV 's knee.
Tepes lV takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tepes lV throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cressbeckler misses with a looping right.
Cressbeckler fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tepes lV.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tepes lV.
#T2#
Cressbeckler scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Cressbeckler connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
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!
Tepes lV throws a poor cross that misses
and Cressbeckler counters with a straight right hand.
Cressbeckler connects with a leg kick.
Cressbeckler misses the jab.
Tepes lV throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cressbeckler counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tepes lV throws a wild body kick that Cressbeckler sees coming a mile off.
Cressbeckler feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Cressbeckler ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a right hand that misses
and Cressbeckler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Joad Cressbeckler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tepes lV fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#KD#
Cressbeckler cracks Tepes lV with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Cressbeckler has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Tepes lV to stand back up!#ROC#Tepes lV is rocked!
Tepes lV scores with a body shot.
Tepes lV is still on wobbly legs! Can Cressbeckler finish him?#T3#
A jab lands there for Cressbeckler.
Tepes lV bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Cressbeckler comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Tepes lV falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Tepes lV was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joad Cressbeckler!
Our winner, Joad Cressbeckler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SYN 1035 Dustfinger vs Puno
Date: Nov 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Tepes lV connects with a good right hand that stumbles Quessy. Quessy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#It looks like Thomas Quessy has been cut.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Quessy.
Quessy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quessy moves away.
Quessy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tepes lV throws a good cross that connects.
Tepes lV throws a nice inside leg kick.
Quessy shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense.
Quessy misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but Quessy moves out of range.
Tepes lV misses with a hook.
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quessy moves away.
Quessy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Quessy throws a body shot but no joy.
Quessy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tepes lV throwing a counter right hand but Quessy manages to avoid it.#T1#
Tepes lV throws a hook but Quessy avoids it easily.
Quessy scores with a jab. Tepes lV acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tepes lV throws a jab when Quessy was well out of range.
Quessy with the counter takedown but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV missing with a left hand there. Quessy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Quessy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tepes lV.
Good standup being displayed there by Tepes lV as he connects with a hook.
Quessy slips under a jab.
Quessy with the counter takedown but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Quessy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV connects with a nice looking jab.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tepes lV listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Quessy misses the body punch
and Tepes lV counters with a straight right hand.
Quessy digs a good hook to Tepes lV's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Quessy. Tepes lV does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Quessy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Quessy misses with a lunging right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Tepes lV misses with a hook. Quessy ducked under it nicely.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
A jab from Tepes lV does it's job there.
Quessy slips a jab from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Quessy defending well as Tepes lV loads up on a big left hand.
Quessy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tepes lV lands a right hook to the body.
Tepes lV is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Quessy cracks Tepes lV with a good jab.
Quessy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Quessy.
Quessy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tepes lV rather than just go for the knockout.#TD2#
Quessy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tepes lV's guard.
Tepes lV is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Tepes lV prevents Quessy from improving his position.#T3##SUB2#
Quessy actively working from the bottom here.
Tepes lV trying to mount his opponent but Quessy defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tepes lV is keen to just control but Quessy is a slippery customer.
Quessy is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Quessy manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Quessy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Tepes lV trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tepes lV won't allow Quessy to sweep him here. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tepes lV wants to control from the top but Quessy keeps moving.
Tepes lV stopping the sweep attempt from Quessy.#SUB2#
Quessy has an active guard here but Tepes lV has managed to pass into half guard.
Quessy regains full guard. Nicely done.
Quessy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tepes lV cracks Quessy with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Quessy has an active guard here but Tepes lV has managed to pass into half guard.
Well, if Tepes lV is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Quessy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tepes lV closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Quessy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tepes lV is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Quessy can do to turn this around?
Tepes lV throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes lV misses with an uppercut. Quessy saw that one coming.
Quessy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
Quessy connects with a single shot there.
Quessy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
Quessy misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV staying out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Tepes lV misses the target.
Tepes lV connects with the punch.
Quessy throws a body punch but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Quessy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Quessy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tepes lV defends well and Quessy ends up having to push Tepes lV into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1#
Tepes lV loads up on a big right hand but Quessy slips the punch.
Quessy throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes lV lands a really nice looking cross but Quessy seems unphased.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.
Quessy slips under a jab.
Quessy throws a hook but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV throws a half hearted mid kick.
Quessy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tepes lV takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Quessy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tepes lV was well out of range. Poor timing from Quessy.
Tepes lV catches Quessy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tepes lV lunges at Quessy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Quessy's hand.
Vlad Tepes lV is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tepes lV misses with a low kick.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Quessy with the counter takedown but Tepes lV avoids it easily.#T2#
A shot to the liver by Tepes lV. Beautiful body shot.
Quessy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Quessy ducks right into an uppercut from Tepes lV.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Quessy clinches with his opponent.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Quessy.
Quessy jumps guard but Tepes lV stands there with Quessy around his waist. Quessy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Vlad Tepes lV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Quessy.
Tepes lV stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tepes lV misses with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tepes lV as Quessy tries to tie him up.
Quessy is trying to maintain a safe position but Tepes lV gets an underhook and turns Quessy into the cage.
Quessy is trying to stall.
Quessy misses with the head strike.
Quessy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tepes lV's elbow.
Tepes lV lands with a short shot to the head.
Quessy wants to stall.
Quessy has Tepes lV pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tepes lV manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
Quessy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Quessy tries to pull guard but Tepes lV won't allow it.
Tepes lV lands with a light punch inside.
Quessy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Quessy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tepes lV's elbow. #BC#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Quessy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tepes lV with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Quessy lands with a straight right. Tepes lV didn't see that one coming.
Quessy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tepes lV moves away.
A jab lands there for Quessy.
Quessy slips a straight right by Tepes lV.
Quessy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tepes lV moves away.
Quessy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tepes lV doesn't seem bothered though.
Tepes lV thuds his right hand into Quessy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Quessy missing with a left hand there. Tepes lV was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A left lands for Quessy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good shot there by Tepes lV.
Quessy steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tepes lV. That one must have hurt.
Tepes lV connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Good leg kick by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV connects with a body shot.
Tepes lV throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A left lands for Tepes lV.
Tepes lV lands with a nice body kick.
Quessy missing with a left hand there. Tepes lV was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Quessy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a body kick that stops Quessy in his tracks momentarily.
Quessy tries to clinch up.
Vlad Tepes lV is winning the standup battle so far.
Tepes lV turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Quessy's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tepes lV misses the jab.
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Quessy avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
Quessy just misses with a punch to the body.
Quessy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Quessy looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Tepes lV cracks Quessy with an open hand slap.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Quessy.
Quessy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Quessy misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tepes lV throws a good cross that connects.
Quessy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quessy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tepes lV moves out of range as Quessy strikes.
Tepes lV takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tepes lV tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Quessy was well out of range. Poor timing from Tepes lV.
Quessy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Quessy throws a body punch but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV throws a quick counter kick to the body but Quessy avoids it.
Quessy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A good leg kick by Tepes lV.
Quessy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Tepes lV on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. Quessy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tepes lV takes a swing at Quessy's ribcage but misses.
Tepes lV misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And Quessy tries to counter it with a takedown but Tepes lV pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tepes lV uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Quessy.
Tepes lV connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tepes lV darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but Quessy moves out of range. #T2#
Quessy looks to land a left hand but Tepes lV moved out of range nicely.
Quessy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Quessy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tepes lV's hands.
Quessy swings for the body but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV stuns Quessy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tepes lV connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Quessy momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV misses with a hook. Quessy ducked under it nicely.
A clash of legs there as Quessy blocks the low kick.
Tepes lV lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Quessy tries to close the distance and clinch but Tepes lV swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tepes lV lands with a nice body punch.
Quessy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Quessy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
It looks like Tepes lV has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tepes lV fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Quessy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Quessy thuds his right hand into Tepes lV's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Quessy needs to keep his hands up - Tepes lV had a free shot at his head there.
Quessy takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
Quessy throws an off balance right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a nice low kick that buckles Quessy's knee momentarily.
Quessy misses with a body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a solid body kick.
Tepes lV with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
Good shot there by Quessy.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Quessy.
Quessy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but Quessy moves out of range.
Quessy moves away from the strike by Tepes lV.
Quessy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Quessy with the counter takedown but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV missing with a left hand there. Quessy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Nice body punch from Tepes lV.
Quessy digs a good body shot into Tepes lV's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tepes lV swinging wildly here.
Tepes lV keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Quessy looks to land a left hand but Tepes lV moved out of range nicely.
Tepes lV is looking to counter punch.
Quessy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tepes lV.
Quessy feints the counter takedown.
Tepes lV scores with a nice right hand.
Tepes lV with a nice cross.
Quessy throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes lV looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Quessy misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Quessy misses.
Thomas Quessy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tepes lV lands with an overhand left.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tepes lV, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
A very excited looking Vlad Tepes lV made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SYN 1028 Diggs vs Exotic
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Tepes lV sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Pizziconi gets the takedown into side control.
Pizziconi working away.
Tepes lV might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pizziconi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tepes lV tries to bench press Pizziconi off him but Pizziconi keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tepes lV tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Tepes lV tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Tepes lV is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Tepes lV tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pizziconi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Pizziconi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but Tepes lV manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Tepes lV working away.
Tepes lV is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Pizziconi's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tepes lV trying to control the position but Pizziconi is working away. #T2#
Tepes lV working away.
Pizziconi regains half guard.
Pizziconi is trying to get back to full guard.
Tepes lV is taking a breather. Pizziconi 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.
Pizziconi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi is working hard here to advance position.
Pizziconi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Pizziconi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
Tepes lV is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vlad Tepes lV is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Tepes lV misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pizziconi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tepes lV stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Pizziconi counters with a two punch combo.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi wants to clinch up but Tepes lV keeps it at a distance.
Pizziconi tries to clinch but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Tepes lV throws a looping overhand right but Pizziconi ducks down to avoid it.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pizziconi with a poor takedown
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL#
Pizziconi closes the distance and pushes Tepes lV back into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tepes lV defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Tepes lV into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tepes lV tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pizziconi's elbow.
Pizziconi blocks a body shot from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Tepes lV lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tepes lV moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pizziconi shoots and misses #KD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a nice right hand that sends Pizziconi toppling to the canvas! Pizziconi scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tepes lV finish him?!#ROC2#Pizziconi is rocked!
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!
Pizziconi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pizziconi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Oh Pizziconi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV throws an uppercut from hell that sends Pizziconi clean off his feet! He's out cold! Tepes lV stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vlad Tepes lV!
A relieved looking Vlad Tepes lV thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SYN 1016 Danger vs Choke II
Date: Sep 08, 2023 |
#R1#
A big left from Tepes lV misses.
Tepes lV lands with an uppercut that bounces Serronen off the cage and back into range.
Serronen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tepes lV lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Serronen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
Serronen throws a low kick but Tepes lV moves out of range easily.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Serronen misses with a kick to the body.
Tepes lV works the jab nicely.
Serronen misses with a body shot.
Serronen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Serronen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Serronen 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.
Tepes lV throws a shot from downtown. Serronen moves away and avoids it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Serronen shoots in and drives through. Tepes lV sprawls well.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the side of Serronen's head but Serronen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. Serronen does a little dance to reset his feet.
A good leg kick by Tepes lV. #T1#
Tepes lV is looking to score with low kicks.
It looked like Serronen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tepes lV throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A telegraphed right hand from Tepes lV misses the target.
Tepes lV takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tepes lV lands a nice looking body shot.
Serronen throws a head kick that Tepes lV semi-blocks.
Serronen misses with a straight left.
Tepes lV flicks out a counter leg kick but Serronen steps away.
Tepes lV takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tepes lV stuffs the takedown.
Serronen misses with a shot to the body
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A big right from Serronen misses.
Serronen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tepes lV throws a quick inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV tries to land a body kick
enabling Serronen to counter with a crisp jab.
Tepes lV thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Serronen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Serronen thuds his right hand into Tepes lV's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
Serronen moves away from the strike by Tepes lV.
Serronen slips under a jab from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV tries a low kick but Serronen avoids it.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Serronen moved away.
Tepes lV keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Serronen.
Tepes lV lands a nice leg kick that just misses Serronen's sensitive parts.
Serronen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tepes lV looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Serronen connects with a high kick.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.
Serronen moves out of range as Tepes lV strikes.
Serronen throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tepes lV counters with a nice low kick that buckles Serronen's knee momentarily.
Tepes lV with a nice calf kick.
Tepes lV lands with a good body shot.
Tepes lV 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.
Tepes lV tries a head kick but it misses.
#T3#
Tepes lV with the inside leg kick.
Tepes lV throws a sloppy body shot
letting Serronen counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Tepes lV decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Tepes lV prevents Serronen from improving his position.
Serronen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Serronen.
Tepes lV cracks Serronen with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Serronen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tepes lV stays in close to Serronen's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Serronen is looking for a triangle here but Tepes lV uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Serronen manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Serronen is trying to control the action in half guard but Tepes lV is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Serronen sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Serronen looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Serronen is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tepes lV is just riding it out for now. Serronen eventually gives up the hold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Serronen swings widly with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a straight right hand.
Serronen throws a jab when Tepes lV was well out of range.
Tepes lV throws a nice inside leg kick.
Serronen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tepes lV.
A little feinted left hand from Serronen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Serronen looks to throw the jab but Tepes lV is out of range.
Serronen misses with a looping right.
Serronen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Serronen is just out of range.
Tepes lV has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Serronen finds it's way round the side to connect with Tepes lV's head.
Serronen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Serronen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Serronen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tepes lV fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Serronen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tepes lV lands a jab to Serronen's midsection.
Tepes lV tried to score with a low kick but Serronen checks it.
Serronen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Serronen.
Tepes lV throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Serronen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tepes lV slips a jab from Serronen.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Serronen's hands.
Tepes lV keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Serronen.
Serronen wants to slow Tepes lV down by chopping away at his legs.
Serronen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tepes lV tries to land a leg kick but Serronen saw it coming and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.
Serronen misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
Tepes lV feints and then cracks Serronen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Serronen down.
Tepes lV scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tepes lV lunges at Serronen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Serronen's hand.
Serronen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Serronen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tepes lV takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Serronen throws a leg kick but Tepes lV checks it.
Serronen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Serronen loads up on a big right hand but Tepes lV slips the punch.
Tepes lV is trying to counter with his kicks.
Serronen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Serronen throws a jab when Tepes lV was well out of range.
Tepes lV listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tepes lV lands a jab.#TD#
Serronen fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tepes lV sprawls well initially but Serronen persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tepes lV is trying to control but can't.
Serronen prevents Tepes lV from improving his position.
Tepes lV trying to control but Serronen postures up.
#T3##SUB#
Serronen seems to be working for a kimura but Tepes lV defends the submission attempt.
Serronen wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping him busy.
Serronen is controlling the pace.
Tepes lV is refusing to be controlled, as Serronen sits in half guard.
Tepes lV moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Serronen is fighting to break Tepes lV's control of his arms but Tepes lV is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tepes lV keeping full guard, as Serronen tries to pass.
Serronen wants to control from the top but Tepes lV keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Serronen blocks the body kick.
Serronen misses with a straight left.
Serronen is looking to clinch.
Serronen takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Horrible takedown attempt by Serronen or perhaps it was just good defense by Tepes lV, which made it look bad.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Serronen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tepes lV.
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A low kick lands for Tepes lV.
Good leg kick by Tepes lV.
Serronen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tepes lV sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Serronen misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Serronen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Serronen enables Tepes lV to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Serronen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Tepes lV trying to control the position from guard on top but Serronen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tepes lV is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Serronen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tepes lV defends well.#SUB#
Serronen looking for subs off his back but Tepes lV has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T1#
Serronen trying to control but Tepes lV postures up.
Tepes lV is looking to take a break and control but Serronen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Serronen manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Serronen looking for a guillotine here but Tepes lV defends easily.
Serronen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there.
Aku Serronen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tepes lV trying to control but Serronen is working from the bottom.
Serronen wants to sweep here but Tepes lV controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Serronen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tepes lV defends it easily.
Serronen wants to sweep but no luck.
Tepes lV landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Serronen has his foot on Tepes lV's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tepes lV works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Tepes lV controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Serronen is looking for a triangle but Tepes lV pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Serronen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tepes lV gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tepes lV lands with a nice body kick.
Tepes lV lands with a kick to the temple. Serronen shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #TD2#
Tepes lV gets the takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tepes lV is chipping away with strikes.
Serronen takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Serronen stops Tepes lV from passing to mount.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound from side control.#T4#
Serronen tries to buck Tepes lV off but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Tepes lV is putting a hurting on Serronen here, landing some big shots from side control.
Tepes lV works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Serronen wants to control but Tepes lV postures up.
Serronen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Serronen taking punishment in the form of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Serronen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tepes lV wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Serronen trying to remain calm as Tepes lV controls from the top position.
Serronen prevents Tepes lV from moving into mount.
Serronen striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tepes lV has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
A relieved looking Vlad Tepes lV thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SYN 1010 Hlervu vs Cowan
Date: Aug 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Helpmann sees it coming and moves out of range.
A jab from Tepes lV finds it's way through Helpmann's defenses.
Some bone on bone action there as Tepes lV checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Helpmann, as that shot connected.
Helpmann scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tepes lV misses with a looping left.#TD2#
Helpmann tries to sprawl but Tepes lV drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Tepes lV seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Helpmann does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Helpmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Helpmann is not content to let Tepes lV control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Helpmann wants to improve his position but Tepes lV is controlling well.
Tepes lV winds up and cracks Helpmann with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Helpmann is looking for a sweep. Tepes lV is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tepes lV is thwarting Helpmann's attempts to control the position.
Helpmann taking some punishment here, with Tepes lV in his half guard.
Tepes lV is nestled in close to Helpmann, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tepes lV with the ground and pound but Helpmann uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tepes lV working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Helpmann's head.
Tepes lV stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Helpmann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tepes lV looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
It looks like Tepes lV might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T2#
Helpmann wants to stand and escape but Tepes lV is having none of it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tepes lV accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tepes lV avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Helpmann motions for Tepes lV to come forward. Helpmann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV misses with a shot to the body
and Helpmann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Tepes lV thows a leg kick but Helpmann checks it
and Helpmann counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tepes lV rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Helpmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Helpmann scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tepes lV shoots in and drives through. Helpmann sprawls well.
Helpmann keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Helpmann on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Helpmann - that will leave a mark!
Tepes lV has his takedown stuffed
and Helpmann counters with a left to the body.
Robert Helpmann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Helpmann cracks Tepes lV with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Helpmann takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Helpmann lands an overhand right.
A big left from Helpmann misses.
Tepes lV checks a low kick from Helpmann.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Helpmann.
Helpmann connects with a solid leg kick.
Helpmann lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tepes lV lunges at Helpmann with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Helpmann's hand.
Tepes lV fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tepes lV lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Helpmann scores with a jab. Tepes lV acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tepes lV checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tepes lV shapes to counter with a head kick.
Helpmann fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tepes lV.#TD2#
Tepes lV drives through with a takedown into Helpmann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Helpmann is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Helpmann dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A shot to the liver by Tepes lV. Beautiful body shot.
Helpmann misses with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tepes lV.
Helpmann throws a low kick but Tepes lV moves out of range easily.
Robert Helpmann is winning the standup battle so far.
Tepes lV motions for Helpmann to come forward. Tepes lV throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tepes lV takes one on the button.
Helpmann tries to score with a low kick but Tepes lV moves his leg out of the way.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV throws out a loose jab but Helpmann uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Helpmann.
Helpmann throws a leg kick which misses Tepes lV's front leg but catches the back leg as Tepes lV tries to avoid it.
Tepes lV slips a jab from Helpmann.
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Helpmann but Helpmann pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Tepes lV dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A shot to the liver by Tepes lV. Beautiful body shot.
Robert Helpmann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Helpmann misses with a low kick.
Tepes lV now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Helpmann gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tepes lV.
Helpmann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Helpmann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Helpmann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Helpmann throws a looping overhand right but Tepes lV ducks down to avoid it.
Helpmann lands with a nice body punch.
Helpmann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Helpmann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
Tepes lV moves out of range as Helpmann throws a body kick.
Tepes lV throws a right hand that misses
and Helpmann counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tepes lV's knee momentarily.
Helpmann throws a low kick but Tepes lV avoids it.
Tepes lV digs a good hook to Helpmann's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Helpmann takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Helpmann tries to work over Tepes lV's front leg with a kick but Tepes lV checks it.
Helpmann blocks a jab.
A big right from Tepes lV misses.
Tepes lV is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Helpmann throws a chopping leg kick but Tepes lV manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Helpmann has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tepes lV.
Helpmann connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Helpmann swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from Helpmann.
Helpmann misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
Tepes lV stuns Helpmann with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tepes lV.
Helpmann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tepes lV closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Helpmann throws a low kick, looking for Tepes lV's leg but Tepes lV calmly moves out of range.
Tepes lV misses with a straight right.
Helpmann throws a head kick that misses.
Tepes lV is trying to counter with his kicks.
Helpmann has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tepes lV finds it's way round the side to connect with Helpmann's head.
Helpmann scores with the left hand. Tepes lV knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Tepes lV fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Helpmann avoids it really well and circles away.
Robert Helpmann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Helpmann jabs at Tepes lV's body.
Tepes lV lands with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An inside leg kick from Helpmann misses.
Tepes lV feints the counter takedown.
Helpmann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big right from Helpmann misses.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tepes lV takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Helpmann blocks a head kick by Tepes lV.
A little feinted left hand from Helpmann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Robert Helpmann will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Helpmann throws a head kick that misses.
Helpmann throws a head kick that misses.
Helpmann backing away here, and Tepes lV unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Helpmann thows a leg kick but Tepes lV checks it
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Helpmann looks to land a combination but Tepes lV avoids it well.
Tepes lV looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Helpmann. Tepes lV does a little dance to reset his feet.
Helpmann misses with a head kick.
Tepes lV is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Helpmann with a body shot.
Helpmann goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tepes lV now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Helpmann takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tepes lV scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helpmann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tepes lV shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Helpmann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Helpmann walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Tepes lV takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Helpmann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Helpmann misses with a head kick.
Helpmann misses with a low kick.
Helpmann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tepes lV.
It looked like Helpmann was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tepes lV.
Helpmann misses with an uppercut.
Tepes lV drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Helpmann defends it well.
Tepes lV lands a jab to Helpmann's midsection.
Tepes lV lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Helpmann.
Tepes lV throws a right hand that misses
and Helpmann counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Helpmann throws an overhand right that lands on Tepes lV's shoulder, as Tepes lV tries to avoid the shot.
Helpmann scores with a body shot.
Vlad Tepes lV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The fighters circling - Helpmann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV misses with a lunging right hand
and Helpmann counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tepes lV lands with a thumping leg kick.
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!
Helpmann tries to land a body kick
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Helpmann looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Nice cross by Helpmann.
Tepes lV swings away with a body shot that misses
and Helpmann counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Helpmann moves away.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Helpmann fakes the leg kick and cracks Tepes lV in the body.
A low kick from Tepes lV is predictable there
enabling Helpmann to counter with a crisp jab.
A thudding body kick lands there by Helpmann!
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Robert Helpmann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Tepes lV tried to score with a low kick but Helpmann checks it.
Helpmann avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
Nice uppercut lands for Tepes lV. That snapped Helpmann's head back.
Some bone on bone action there as Helpmann checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Helpmann throws a wild body kick that Tepes lV sees coming a mile off.
A telegraphed right hand from Tepes lV misses the target.
Helpmann throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A slapping leg kick lands for Helpmann.
Helpmann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tepes lV looks for a takedown but Helpmann sprawls well.
Helpmann appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Helpmann changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Helpmann paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tepes lV walks into a straight right hand from Helpmann.
Helpmann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Helpmann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Helpmann scores with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Tepes lV misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Helpmann misses the target.
A bone on bone clash there as Tepes lV blocks the leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Tepes lV's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A leg kick checked by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a sloppy head kick and Helpmann moves out of range easily.
Helpmann scores with a sloppy right hand. Tepes lV should have avoided that one.
Tepes lV has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Helpmann scores with a nice head shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert Helpmann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Helpmann, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Helpmann!
Robert Helpmann seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SYN 1003 Hlervu vs Branko II
Date: Jul 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice body kick from Haze .
Haze throws a head kick that misses.
A shot to the body from Haze misses
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand.
Haze throws the left hand but Tepes lV avoids the punch easily.
Tepes lV scores with a punch to the head.
Tepes lV throws a poor cross that misses
and Haze counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tepes lV thows a left - swing and a miss!
A quick step to the side and Haze tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tepes lV connects with the punch.
Tepes lV steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haze .
Haze takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Haze throws a leg kick but Tepes lV sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tepes lV! But no joy.
Haze rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV counters with a slapping leg kick.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Haze .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tepes lV throws out a counter right but Haze avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Haze ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Haze throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tepes lV.#TD#
Haze closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tepes lV to the mat! Tepes lV manages to get full guard.
Tepes lV looking to hit a scissor sweep but Haze is one step ahead there.
Tepes lV keeping moving, preventing Haze from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV looking for a sweep. Not yet Tepes lV, not yet.
Haze wants to control from the top but Tepes lV keeps moving.
Haze is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Tepes lV working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Haze .
Haze has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tepes lV is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Tepes lV is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Tepes lV sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Haze is trying desperately to improve position.
Tepes lV throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV trying to control but Haze is having none of it. #T3#
Tepes lV controlling the position easily from mount.
Tepes lV breaks from Haze 's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Haze is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Haze tries to lock up and control but Tepes lV gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tepes lV trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tepes lV working the ground and pound effectively.
#T4#
A nice elbow there by Tepes lV.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tepes lV controlling from the full mount.
Haze is desperately trying to improve his position but Tepes lV has a good base and remains in mount.
Tepes lV wants to control the pace but Haze is squirming around nicely.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Haze is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tepes lV looking to control but Haze is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Haze is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Haze misses the shot to the body.
Haze is looking to wear down Tepes lV with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tepes lV connects with a body shot.
Tepes lV fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tepes lV misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
Haze darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Haze tries to pass to full mount but Tepes lV defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tepes lV defending well though.
Tepes lV is pressing down on Haze 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Haze controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Tepes lV pulls Haze in close to his closed guard and prevents Haze from doing any damage or advancing position.
Haze is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Haze wants to control from the top but Tepes lV keeps moving.
Haze with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tepes lV seems keen to control Haze 's posture.
Tepes lV is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Haze throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Haze throwing strikes from guard but Tepes lV blocks nicely.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tepes lV wants to sweep but no luck.
Haze trying to control but Tepes lV is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.
Vlad Tepes lV is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Haze slips under a jab from Tepes lV.
Haze is looking to slow Tepes lV down with leg kicks.
Haze shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tepes lV sprawls well. Tepes lV wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Haze gets slowly back to his feet.
Tepes lV feints a counter leg kick.
Tepes lV ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Tepes lV scores with a nice strike.
Haze ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV cracks Haze with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Tepes lV misses
and Haze counters with a nice body kick.
Haze is looking to slow Tepes lV down with leg kicks.
Haze has been working on his balance at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Tepes lV.
Haze blocks a jab.
A jab from Haze does it's job there.
Haze throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a stiff right hand.
Haze misses with a body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the body.
Tepes lV finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nice body punch from Tepes lV. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haze on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Haze smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Haze with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tepes lV counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Haze blocks a jab.
Haze tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haze just misses with a punch to the body.
Tepes lV throws the left hand but Haze avoids the punch easily.
Haze slips a straight right by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Haze on the side of the head.
Haze looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Tepes lV misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Haze misses the shot to the body.
Tepes lV appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Haze lands a front kick.
Haze throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
Haze shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tepes lV sprawls well. Tepes lV wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Haze gets slowly back to his feet.
The crowd cheers as Tepes lV lands an impressive looking overhand right. Haze doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Haze throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tepes lV counters with a nice body shot.
Jab, jab by Tepes lV - just one landing.
Haze misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Haze swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the side of Haze 's head but Haze sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Haze staying out of range there.
Haze throws a combination that misses
and Haze takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haze throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Haze fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tepes lV is out of range.
Tepes lV flicks out a counter leg kick but Haze steps away.
Tepes lV wants to land a leg kick but Haze is out of range.
Haze throws a hook but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV throws a head kick that misses.
Haze throws a body kick that misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Haze .
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
An inside leg kick lands from Haze .
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
Haze checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tepes lV fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Haze looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tepes lV chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Haze can pounce on him.
Tepes lV misses with a hook to the body
and Haze counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Haze slips under a jab.
Haze checks a leg kick.
Haze thows a leg kick but Tepes lV checks it
and Tepes lV counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tepes lV throws a low kick but it's checked well by Haze .
Haze lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Darryl Haze has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tepes lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes lV takes one on the button.
Haze bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tepes lV's head backwards.
Haze throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tepes lV's waist but Tepes lV gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Haze off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darryl Haze . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Haze .
Haze throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tepes lV gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Haze counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A shot to the liver by Tepes lV. Beautiful body shot.
Haze swings widly with a right hand
and Tepes lV connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Haze has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tepes lV finds it's way round the side to connect with Haze 's head.
Tepes lV scores with a head kick. Haze tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Haze checks it well.
Tepes lV jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Haze tries to move into range but Tepes lV moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. Haze does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Haze misses the target.
Tepes lV throws a wild body kick that Haze sees coming a mile off.
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Haze .
A head kick misses from Tepes lV.
Haze uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Haze on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Tepes lV moves out of range of the leg kick from Haze .
Tepes lV just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Haze on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tepes lV has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
An out of breath Vlad Tepes lV thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SYN 995 Olsen vs Kilo
Date: Jun 21, 2023 |
#R1#
A combination from Barbosa does no damage.
Barbosa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tepes lV fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Barbosa scoring well with a low kick there.
Tepes lV misses with a straight left.
Barbosa throws a hook but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV tries a low kick but Barbosa avoids it.
Tepes lV throws a looping overhand right but Barbosa ducks down to avoid it.
Barbosa feints a jab promting Tepes lV to slip. Barbosa then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tepes lV slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tepes lV drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A jab lands there for Barbosa.
Barbosa moves forwards but Tepes lV connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tepes lV lunges at Barbosa with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Barbosa's hand.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tepes lV paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tepes lV is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Barbosa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Barbosa clinches with his opponent.
#T1#
Tepes lV wants to stall.
Tepes lV blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Barbosa working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Barbosa tries to clinch up.
Tepes lV walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Barbosa checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tepes lV takes one to the side of the head.
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Barbosa sprawls well. Barbosa wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tepes lV gets slowly back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. Barbosa does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barbosa sizes up Tepes lV with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Barbosa misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Barbosa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T2#
Tepes lV thuds a left hand into Barbosa's body.
A head kick misses from Barbosa.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Junior Barbosa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A head kick by Barbosa misses
and Tepes lV connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!#CL#
Barbosa drives through and clinches with Tepes lV against the cage.
Barbosa lands a shot to the body.
Tepes lV blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tepes lV is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Barbosa throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Barbosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tepes lVs head.
Tepes lV tries for a takedown. No joy.
A short right from Barbosa.
A short right from Tepes lV.
Barbosa lands a nice uppercut.
Barbosa blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tepes lV. #T3#
Barbosa digs a right hand underneath Tepes lV's ribcage. Tepes lV let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Barbosa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barbosa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Barbosa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Barbosa has a couple of punches blocked by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV lands a left hand.
Barbosa scores with a shoulder strike.
Tepes lV slowing the pace effectively.
Tepes lV takes a shot to the head.
Tepes lV has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tepes lV looking to stall.
Tepes lV lands a hook that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Barbosa fails to land.
Tepes lV tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbosa's elbow.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Barbosa tries to work over Tepes lV's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tepes lV's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4##BC2#
Tepes lV escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barbosa throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV drops an elbow to the side of Barbosa's head.
Barbosa wants to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from Tepes lV there.
Barbosa is refusing to be controlled, as Tepes lV sits in half guard.
Tepes lV lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Barbosa tries to roll over but Tepes lV keeps him under control.
Barbosa is staying active underneath Tepes lV, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbosa wants to improve his position but Tepes lV is controlling well.
Tepes lV looks to land a strike but Barbosa avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Barbosa dominated that round.
That's time! Barbosa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tepes lV avoids the head kick by Barbosa.
Barbosa tries to bum rush Tepes lV with a series of wild strikes but Tepes lV uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tepes lV throws out a counter right but Barbosa avoids it with no problem.
Junior Barbosa is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tepes lV throws a lazy right hand but Barbosa sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Barbosa misses with a combination
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tepes lV lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tepes lV takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A left and a right from Barbosa both land. Nice combination.
Barbosa pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barbosa lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Barbosa 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!
The fight stays on the outside here - Barbosa looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tepes lV takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but Barbosa sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Tepes lV lands with an uppercut that bounces Barbosa off the cage and back into range.
Barbosa takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tepes lV slips a jab from Barbosa.
Tepes lV dodges the punch combination from Barbosa.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barbosa avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barbosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Barbosa.
Tepes lV looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Barbosa is fending him off so far but Tepes lV persists. Nope, Barbosa circles away and we're back to standing.
Barbosa tries a low kick but Tepes lV avoids it.
Tepes lV throws out a counter right but Barbosa avoids it with no problem.
Nice uppercut there from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV slips under a jab from Barbosa.
Tepes lV drops his hands momentarily and Barbosa takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Barbosa clinches up with Tepes lV and pushes him back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa blocks an uppercut.
#T2#
A short uppercut from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws an elbow but it misses.
Barbosa gets underhooks to prevent Tepes lV's takedown attempt.
#BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barbosa looks to land a combination but Tepes lV avoids it well.
Barbosa throws a sloppy head kick and Tepes lV moves out of range easily.
Barbosa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Barbosa tries a head kick but it misses.
Tepes lV appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tepes lV throws a sloppy head kick and Barbosa moves out of range easily.
Barbosa tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tepes lV manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tepes lV keeps the fight on the outside.
Tepes lV doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Barbosa tries to clinch but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Barbosa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tepes lV can do to turn this around?
Tepes lV uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
Tepes lV scores with a hook.#T3#
Barbosa throws a one two combo.
Tepes lV looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Good standup being displayed there by Tepes lV as he connects with a hook.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Barbosa stalks Tepes lV and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tepes lV's face. Tepes lV staggers backwards, shaken.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tepes lV lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Barbosa has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Barbosa and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Barbosa with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tepes lV to score with a decent uppercut.
Junior Barbosa is winning the standup battle so far.
Barbosa chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tepes lV can pounce on him.
A telegraphed right hand from Tepes lV misses the target.
Barbosa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tepes lV sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Barbosa has time to react.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Barbosa looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
Tepes lV takes one on the button.
Tepes lV lands a nice leg kick that just misses Barbosa's sensitive parts.
A head kick misses from Tepes lV. #T4#
Barbosa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tepes lV.
A head kick misses from Barbosa.
Tepes lV connects with a leg kick.
Barbosa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Barbosa tries to clinch but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Barbosa.
Barbosa rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Tepes lV moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tepes lV! But no joy.
Barbosa looks to land a combination but Tepes lV avoids it well.
Barbosa will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbosa tests Tepes lV's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Barbosa lands a head kick!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Barbosa dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Barbosa throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tepes lV looks to land a right hand but Barbosa moved out of range.
Tepes lV dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Barbosa. That did some damage!
Barbosa misses with an uppercut
and Tepes lV connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tepes lV drops his hands momentarily and Barbosa takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Barbosa throws a sloppy head kick and Tepes lV moves out of range easily.
Tepes lV throws a body shot but no joy.
A combination from Barbosa does no damage.
Barbosa throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick lands for Barbosa.
Tepes lV steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a left hand
and Tepes lV counters with a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tepes lV.
Barbosa thows a leg kick but Tepes lV checks it
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Barbosa tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Barbosa thows a leg kick but Tepes lV checks it
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tepes lV misses with a left hand
and Barbosa counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Barbosa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but Barbosa moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a lazy head kick
and Tepes lV counters with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tepes lV throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tepes lV shoots in looking for a takedown. Barbosa tries to sprawl out of it but Tepes lV keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Barbosa manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Barbosa avoids a kick to the body.
Barbosa tries a head kick but it misses.
Barbosa throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tepes lV ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vlad Tepes lV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Barbosa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barbosa looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tepes lV feints a counter leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbosa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV throws a quick inside leg kick.
Barbosa throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tepes lV fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbosa manages to avoid it.
Barbosa tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes lV fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Barbosa, as that shot connected.
Barbosa takes a jab right on the kisser.
Barbosa tries to work over Tepes lV's front leg with a kick but Tepes lV checks it.
Barbosa scores with a hook to the body. Tepes lV takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T3#
Tepes lV shoots in looking for a takedown but Barbosa manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tepes lV's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Barbosa appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Junior Barbosa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Barbosa throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand.
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Barbosa on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Barbosa tries to close the distance and clinch but Tepes lV swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tepes lV turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Barbosa clobbers Tepes lV with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Barbosa throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tepes lV counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Barbosa darts in and clinches Tepes lV up against the cage.#BC2#
Tepes lV manages to break the clinch.
Tepes lV fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tepes lV was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T4#
Tepes lV working the body and head with strikes.
Tepes lV grinds an elbow into Barbosa's temple.
Junior Barbosa is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vlad Tepes lV has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tepes lV is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Barbosa will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Tepes lV is looking to take a break and control but Barbosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tepes lV is trying to get an arm triangle but Barbosa is defending well.
Tepes lV lands a nice forearm strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Barbosa 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junior Barbosa!
After winning the bout, Junior Barbosa thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SYN 985 Jurgensen vs. Tosen
Date: May 17, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Tepes lV darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Tepes lV content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ko Nachi is looking to improve his position.
Ko Nachi is trying to maintain the position but Tepes lV is very close to passing his half guard.
Ko Nachi is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ko Nachi is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tepes lV scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ko Nachi is looking to improve his position.
Ko Nachi is trying to maintain the position but Tepes lV is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Tepes lV looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ko Nachi wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ko Nachi tries to roll over but Tepes lV keeps him under control.
Tepes lV scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ko Nachi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ko Nachi is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tepes lV scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tepes lV controlling the pace.
Ko Nachi on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tepes lV trying to control from half guard but Ko Nachi is working away.
Ko Nachi manages to get to full guard.
#T2#
Tepes lV postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ko Nachi trying to control the position here.
Tepes lV wants to control from the top but Ko Nachi keeps moving.
Ko Nachi trying to control the position.
Tepes lV pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ko Nachi is keeping the position for now.
Ko Nachi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tepes lV throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Tepes lV is looking to advance position but Ko Nachi has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Tepes lV holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Ko Nachi tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Tepes lV is looking to improve his position but Ko Nachi isn't that keen on the idea.
Tepes lV regains half guard.
Tepes lV avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ko Nachi.
Tepes lV is looking for a sweep. Ko Nachi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ko Nachi is trying to control. Tepes lV wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tepes lV avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ko Nachi. #T4#
Ko Nachi is thwarting Tepes lV's attempts to control the position.
Ko Nachi wants to pass the guard but Tepes lV is defending well.
Tepes lV wants to control but Ko Nachi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ko Nachi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Tepes lV has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ko Nachi is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tepes lV keeping control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tepes lV trying to control but Ko Nachi postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Ko Nachi ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Ko Nachi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV scores with the left hand. Ko Nachi knows he should have avoided that one.
Tepes lV buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ko Nachi misses with a double jab.
Tepes lV moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Ko Nachi as he connects with a hook.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ko Nachi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tepes lV at a distance.
Ko Nachi misses with a hook to the body
and Tepes lV counters with a nice body shot.
Ko Nachi checks a leg kick nicely.
Ko Nachi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ko Nachi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
A jab from Ko Nachi misses.
Ko Nachi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tepes lV scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ko Nachi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tepes lV lands with a hook. Ko Nachi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ko Nachi thuds his right hand into Tepes lV's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tepes lV.
Ko Nachi wants to land a leg kick but Tepes lV is out of range.
Tepes lV on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ko Nachi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tepes lV shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ko Nachi defends it nicely.#T2#
Tepes lV swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Ko Nachi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ko Nachi sprawls well. Ko Nachi wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tepes lV gets slowly back to his feet.
Rigel Ko Nachi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Tepes lV takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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!
A good leg kick by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a low kick but Ko Nachi avoids it.
Ko Nachi is looking to slow Tepes lV down with leg kicks.
Tepes lV throws a hook but Ko Nachi avoids it easily.
Ko Nachi lands a really nice looking cross but Tepes lV seems unphased.
Ko Nachi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV is looking for the big counter here.#T3#
Tepes lV buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice cross by Tepes lV.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ko Nachi looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
Ko Nachi throws a jab when Tepes lV was well out of range.
And Tepes lV responds with a good body kick, but Ko Nachi manages to step out the way in time.
Tepes lV takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ko Nachi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tepes lV circles away quickly and effectively.
Tepes lV cracks Ko Nachi with a good jab.
Ko Nachi is looking to land body kicks.
Tepes lV moves away from the strike by Ko Nachi.
A punch lands to the side of Ko Nachi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tepes lV scores with a jab.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tepes lV lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ko Nachi's sensitive parts.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ko Nachi avoids the head kick by Tepes lV.
#T4#
A solid body kick from Ko Nachi.
Tepes lV shoots in but no luck this time.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tepes lV swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ko Nachi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tepes lV changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tepes lV chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tepes lV shoots and misses
and Ko Nachi counters with a stiff right hand.
Ko Nachi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
And Ko Nachi counters with a quick kick to the body but Tepes lV blocks it.
Ko Nachi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tepes lV counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ko Nachi lands a head shot.
Tepes lV scores with a nice head shot.
An inside leg kick from Tepes lV misses.
A little feinted left hand from Ko Nachi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tepes lV throws the left hand but Ko Nachi avoids the punch easily.
Ko Nachi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ko Nachi blocks a head kick by Tepes lV.
Ko Nachi throwing a counter right hand but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV with a jab.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Ko Nachi.
Ko Nachi misses the jab.
Ko Nachi misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ko Nachi thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ko Nachi to score with a decent uppercut.
Tepes lV cracks Ko Nachi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ko Nachi blocks the body kick.
Ko Nachi throws an overhand right that lands on Tepes lV's shoulder, as Tepes lV tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Tepes lV lands with a nice body punch.
Tepes lV closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ko Nachi but Ko Nachi pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ko Nachi digs a good body shot into Tepes lV's ribs.
Ko Nachi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes lV has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tepes lV there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ko Nachi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A head kick misses from Tepes lV.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ko Nachi, as that shot connected.
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ko Nachi.
Tepes lV scores with a jab.
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Tepes lV uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ko Nachi has time to react.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tepes lV.
Tepes lV looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ko Nachi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tepes lV throws a right hand that misses
and Ko Nachi counters with a stiff right hand.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.
Rigel Ko Nachi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tepes lV connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ko Nachi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Ko Nachi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tepes lV moves out of range as Ko Nachi strikes.
Tepes lV throws a solid leg kick but Ko Nachi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tepes lV.
Ko Nachi slips under a jab.
Ko Nachi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Ko Nachi misses with a hook.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Ko Nachi.
Rigel Ko Nachi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ko Nachi walks into a left hand.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Ko Nachi moves out of range.
Ko Nachi misses the jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ko Nachi.
Tepes lV scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ko Nachi doesn't seem bothered though.
Ko Nachi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Ko Nachi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tepes lV is able to avoid easily.
Ko Nachi ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Ko Nachi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tepes lV catches Ko Nachi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD2#
Tepes lV feints and as Ko Nachi raises his hands in defense, Tepes lV changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ko Nachi manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ko Nachi misses with a looping right.
Tepes lV throws a low kick but Ko Nachi avoids it.
Ko Nachi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but Ko Nachi moves out of range.
Ko Nachi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tepes lV moves away.
Ko Nachi cracks Tepes lV with an open hand slap.
Jab by Ko Nachi.
Ko Nachi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tepes lV cracks Ko Nachi with a good jab.
Ko Nachi ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Good exchange - Tepes lV coming out on top.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vlad Tepes lV.
I've got Tepes lV winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bellicose XXXIX
Date: Apr 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Fochi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tepes lV is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fochi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fochi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Fochi lands a nice shot that snaps Tepes lV's head back.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Fochi walks into a stiff left hand from Tepes lV.
Fochi throws a hook but Tepes lV blocks it.
Fochi throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tepes lV cracks Fochi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fochi tests Tepes lV's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fochi misses with a hook
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tepes lV takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sloppy strikes from Fochi. Those never looked like landing.
Fochi misses with a looping right.#T1#
Nice jab there from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV misses with a hook.
Tepes lV lands with an overhand left.
Fochi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Tepes lV gets a takedown into half guard.
Tepes lV controlling the action here.
Tepes lV is trying to control the action in half guard but Fochi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fochi trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
#T2#
Tepes lV tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fochi is working to get back to half guard.
Tepes lV with good strikes from the mount here!
Tepes lV will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice elbow there by Tepes lV.
Fochi felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Fochi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tepes lV scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#ROC#Fochi is rocked!
Tepes lV has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Fochi's face.
Fochi is still in real trouble! Can Tepes lV finish him?
A big strike lands for Tepes lV! That's really hurt Fochi and he's turned his back - Tepes lV keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Tepes lV jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bellicose XXVII
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice shot lands for Lew.
Lew looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big left from Lew misses.
Lew looks to throw the jab but Tepes lV is out of range.
Lew throws a chopping leg kick but Tepes lV manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lew fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tepes lV moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tepes lV uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lew.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lew.
Lew scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tepes lV throws a hook but Lew blocks it.
Lew is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tepes lV on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tepes lV checks a low kick from Lew.
Julius Lew seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Tepes lV misses its intended target.
Lew throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lew misses with a left hand
and Tepes lV counters with a good low kick that Lew was not able to check.
Tepes lV is looking to slow Lew down with leg kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tepes lV misses with a takedown attempt - Lew sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Lew is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tepes lV checks a leg kick.
Tepes lV checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Lew is just out of range.
Lew went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lew is looking to counter with head kicks.
A jab from Lew misses.
Tepes lV only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tepes lV looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lew is fending him off so far but Tepes lV persists. Nope, Lew circles away and we're back to standing.
Lew swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lew misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but Lew moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lew.
Lew looks to land a left hand but Tepes lV moved out of range nicely.
Lew stuffs the takedown attempt from Tepes lV. Tepes lV gets slowly back to his feet.
Julius Lew has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Lew scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lew throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lew looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
A low kick from Tepes lV is predictable there
and Lew makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lew throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tepes lV feints the counter takedown.
A jab from Lew misses.
Tepes lV jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
Julius Lew is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tepes lV is defended easily by Lew.
Tepes lV jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lew.
Tepes lV now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Lew bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tepes lV's head backwards.
Lew fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tepes lV looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tepes lV gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lew throws a looping overhand right but Tepes lV ducks down to avoid it.
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lew.
Tepes lV misses with a kick to the body
letting Lew counter with a right hand.
Tepes lV throws a body kick that misses.
Lew misses with a hook
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand.
Lew throws a low kick but Tepes lV moves out of range easily.
Lew connects with a solid leg kick.
Tepes lV shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lew delivers a nice body kick.
Lew uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tepes lV has time to react.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lew tried to score with a low kick but Tepes lV checks it.#T4#
Lew moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lew listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tepes lV blocks the body kick.
Lew throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lew!
Lew gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lew wants to get back to full guard but Tepes lV has passed into side control.
Lew is not content to let Tepes lV control the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Lew is trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julius Lew dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lew fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tepes lV.
Lew throws a big shot that misses.
Tepes lV tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lew fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tepes lV has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lew listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lew throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lew staying out of range there.
Lew connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tepes lV moves out of range of the leg kick from Lew.
Lew misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Lew misses the target.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lew stuffs the takedown.
Tepes lV throws a jab but it's blocked by Lew.
Lew cracks Tepes lV with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Lew scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lew throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lew scores with a push kick.
Tepes lV tries a head kick but it misses.
Lew lands a leg kick that knocks Tepes lV off balance momentarily.
Lew is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tepes lV can do to turn this around?
Lew tries to clinch up.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Lew is just out of range.
Tepes lV lunges at Lew with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lew's hand.
Tepes lV cracks Lew with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lew throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nice shot by Lew.
Lew takes one to the chin there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lew.
Tepes lV swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Julius Lew is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice body punch from Tepes lV. #T2#
Lew throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tepes lV's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A slow jab from Lew misses its intended target.
Lew throws a head kick that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tepes lV shoots in looking for a takedown but Lew manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tepes lV's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Tepes lV shoots in and gets a takedown into Lew's guard.#SUB#
Lew looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lew looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tepes lV's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Lew working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tepes lV has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Lew actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Tepes lV wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lew keeps working.
Tepes lV takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lew on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lew is staying active underneath Tepes lV, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Lew looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tepes lV stalling.
Nice strikes from Tepes lV there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Lew looking for submissions off his back.
Tepes lV wants to control but Lew is keeping him busy.
Tepes lV is controlling the pace.
Lew is staying active underneath Tepes lV, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tepes lV seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tepes lV prevents Lew from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Julius Lew will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lew throws a hook but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lew swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tepes lV.
Lew connects with a leg kick.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lew dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tepes lV. That did some damage!
Tepes lV shoots in but no luck this time.
A slow jab from Lew misses its intended target.
Lew lands a lovely overhand right.
Tepes lV misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lew's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tepes lV under the eye.
Tepes lV moves out of range of the strikes.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot
and Lew counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lew throws the kick towards the body but Tepes lV avoids it.
Lew throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Tepes lV or perhaps it was just good defense by Lew, which made it look bad.
Lew scores with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Tepes lV.
Lew buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lew scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lew tries a low kick but Tepes lV avoids it.
Lew blocks a head kick by Tepes lV.
#TD2#
Tepes lV shoots in and gets a takedown into Lew's guard.#SUB#
Lew has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Tepes lV should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Lew has tightened it up now! Tepes lV should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Julius Lew!
An out of breath Julius Lew thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Bellicose XIV
Date: Dec 31, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Diamond fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tepes lV, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Diamond's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
James Diamond seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice body punch from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV moves forwards but Diamond connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Diamond avoids the head kick by Tepes lV.
Diamond was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Diamond looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Diamond tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tepes lV swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Diamond darts in trying to clinch
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tepes lV scores with a body shot.
Diamond wants to clinch but Tepes lV slips to the side
and Tepes lV counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Diamond thinking. #CL#
Diamond closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tepes lV displaying some good clinch control by pressing Diamond up against the cage.
Tepes lV can't find room to land a body shot as Diamond controls the action.
Diamond swings wildly with an uppercut but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Diamond manages to break the clinch.
Nice body kick there by Diamond.
Diamond looks to land a combination. Tepes lV sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#T1#
Diamond misses with a straight right.
Tepes lV just misses with a punch to the body.
Diamond misses with a two punch combination.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tepes lV. That's going to slow Diamond down.
A punch combination from Diamond misses.
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diamond.
Tepes lV throws a nice inside leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tepes lV.
Tepes lV looks to land a left hand but Diamond moved out of range nicely.
Diamond avoids a kick to the body.
Tepes lV walks into a stiff left hand from Diamond.
Diamond darts in trying to clinch
and Tepes lV counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like James Diamond has been cut.
Tepes lV throws a body kick that misses.
Diamond fails to land with a series of punches.
Tepes lV appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diamond misses with a double jab
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Tepes lV swats away the attempt to clinch by Diamond.
And Tepes lV responds with a good body kick, but Diamond manages to step out the way in time.#TD2#
Tepes lV shoots in and bounces Diamond off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Tepes lV throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Diamond lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tepes lV pulls Diamond in close to prevent any damage.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tepes lV tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Tepes lV is trying to control the position but Diamond postures up.
Diamond is fighting to break Tepes lV's control of his arms but Tepes lV is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tepes lV looking for a sweep. Not yet Tepes lV, not yet.
Diamond trying to control the position from guard on top but Tepes lV is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Tepes lV is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Diamond is aware though and is defending well.
Diamond is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tepes lV looking for a sweep. Not yet Tepes lV, not yet.
Diamond is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tepes lV is pulling down on Diamond's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Diamond misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
Tepes lV misses with a head kick.
Diamond's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tepes lV under the eye.
Diamond doesn't manage to clinch there - Tepes lV circles away.
Tepes lV scores with a jab.
Diamond looks for a takedown but Tepes lV sprawls well.
Tepes lV counters with a body kick.
Diamond misses with a combination
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
and Tepes lV counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Diamond tries for a takedown but Tepes lV circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL#
Tepes lV gets tackled into the cage by Diamond. Diamond maintains the clinch.
Tepes lV prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Diamond. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Diamonds head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on James Diamond's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Diamond pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Diamond throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tepes lV drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Diamond defends it well.
A big left from Tepes lV misses.
Diamond tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Diamond misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diamond throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Tepes lV decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Diamond's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tepes lV accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tepes lV trying to control but Diamond is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV throwing strikes from guard but Diamond blocks nicely.
Diamond keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully. #T1#
Tepes lV postures up in Diamond's guard and throws a big left but Diamond blocks it.
Tepes lV lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Diamond keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tepes lV throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tepes lV landing with the ground and pound.
Tepes lV loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tepes lV makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Tepes lV makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Tepes lV throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tepes lV lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Tepes lV is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tepes lV throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Diamond works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tepes lV landing with the ground and pound.
Tepes lV throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Diamond works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tepes lV accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tepes lV forces his way into half guard.
Tepes lV looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Tepes lV content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tepes lV is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Diamond reverses the position - he's now on top in Tepes lV's guard.
Diamond wants to control from the top but Tepes lV keeps moving. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tepes lV seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Tepes lV tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tepes lV is adopting a defensive guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on James Diamond's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tepes lV tries a head kick but it misses.
Diamond tries to clinch but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Tepes lV looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tepes lV keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diamond.
Tepes lV swats away the attempt to clinch by Diamond.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Diamond moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tepes lV lands a leg kick that knocks Diamond off balance momentarily.
Tepes lV with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Diamond missing with a left hand there. Tepes lV was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diamond tries to clinch up
and Tepes lV cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tepes lV with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Diamond to score with a decent uppercut.
Diamond tries to close the distance and clinch but Tepes lV swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1#
Tepes lV throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Diamond moves into the clinch.#BC#
Diamond manages to break the clinch.
James Diamond is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Diamond misses with a double jab
and Tepes lV counters with a straight right hand.
Diamond misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV swats away the attempt to clinch by Diamond.
Diamond tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tepes lV looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Diamond moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC#
Diamond breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diamond misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tepes lV throws a nice inside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Diamond misses the target.
Diamond shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
Vlad Tepes lV is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV connects with a body shot.
Tepes lV circles away from the clinch attempt.
#TD2#
Tepes lV shoots in and gets a takedown into Diamond's guard.
Tepes lV slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Diamond avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tepes lV is stalling in the full guard.
Tepes lV pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diamond is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Tepes lV throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tepes lV accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
James Diamond has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tepes lV throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Diamond works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Diamond takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tepes lV - that will leave a mark!
Diamond misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Diamond wants to clinch.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Diamond throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A jab lands there for Tepes lV.
Tepes lV lands a slapping body shot.
#T4#
A big right from Diamond misses.
Diamond throws a right hand that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a thumping low kick.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
An inside leg kick lands from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tepes lV with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Diamond looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tepes lV connects with a solid leg kick.
Tepes lV avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diamond throws a big shot that misses.
Diamond on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Diamond on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Diamond jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Diamond stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Diamond has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Diamond misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tepes lV sizes up Diamond with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tepes lV winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
A very excited looking Vlad Tepes lV made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
James Diamond spoke after the fight, saying 'Well shit I’m going to get my ass back to the gym but don’t worry I’ll be back with some big knock outs '. |
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Event:
Bellicose V
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Pizziconi gets the takedown into side control.
Pizziconi misses with the ground and pound.
Tepes lV is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Tepes lV is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi tries to pass to full mount but Tepes lV defends it.
Pizziconi wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping him busy.
Tepes lV is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Tepes lV's head.
Pizziconi wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Tepes lV keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Tepes lV is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tepes lV tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tepes lV does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pizziconi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tepes lV works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pizziconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tepes lV is keeping the position for now.
Pizziconi working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Tepes lV keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Pizziconi makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Tepes lV looking for a sweep. Not yet Tepes lV, not yet.
Tepes lV keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV trying to control the position.
Tepes lV has his hands on Pizziconi's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Let's hope that Tepes lV 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.
Pizziconi throws an elbow that misses. Tepes lV uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pizziconi's guard. Nice move by Tepes lV!#REVB#
Pizziconi being controlled here, momentarily.
Pizziconi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tepes lV wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
Tepes lV controlling from the top position.
Tepes lV stopping the sweep attempt from Pizziconi.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Pizziconi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tepes lV content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tepes lV throws a hook but Pizziconi blocks it.
Pizziconi attempts a counter takedown but Tepes lV avoids it well and moves away.
Tepes lV pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD#
Pizziconi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Tepes lV tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pizziconi tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tepes lV scores with a nice head shot.
Tepes lV dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tepes lV lands with a nice body kick.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi dives in and grabs Tepes lV's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tepes lV pushes down on Pizziconi's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pizziconi.
Tepes lV scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pizziconi doesn't seem bothered though.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tepes lV sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tepes lV.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Pizziconi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tepes lV sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Pizziconi moves out of range.
Tepes lV scores with a shot to the body.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tepes lV defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Tepes lV into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tepes lV throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pizziconis head.
Pizziconi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tepes lV gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Tepes lV manages to break the clinch.
Pizziconi shoots in but Tepes lV avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tepes lV throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pizziconi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pizziconi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Tepes lV keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Tepes lV sprawls well.
Tepes lV misses the jab.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Pizziconi shoots and misses
and Pizziconi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tepes lV connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Tepes lV sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tepes lV misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tepes lV is pressed up against the cage. Pizziconi has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tepes lV down to the mat. Tepes lV avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Pizziconi shoots in and gets a takedown into Tepes lV's guard.
Pizziconi won't allow Tepes lV to sweep him here.
Tepes lV is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi looking to sit in guard and control but Tepes lV gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Tepes lV looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Pizziconi controlling the position.
Pizziconi is trying to keep Tepes lV in close.
Tepes lV content to stall in guard here.
Tepes lV working some strikes from top position.
Tepes lV stands up over Pizziconi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tepes lV working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pizziconi is adopting a defensive guard.
Tepes lV is in close to Pizziconi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tepes lV slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Tepes lV pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Pizziconi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tepes lV doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tepes lV manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tepes lV controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nice jab there from Tepes lV.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tepes lV sprawls well. Tepes lV wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Tepes lV avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tepes lV continues to drive forward.#TD#
Pizziconi has hold of one of Tepes lV's legs. Tepes lV is fighting the takedown attempt but Pizziconi gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Tepes lV controlling the position.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Tepes lV is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV wants to sweep but no luck.
Tepes lV manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pizziconi manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T1#
Tepes lV throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tepes lV trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tepes lV's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pizziconi managing to control the position.
Pizziconi has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Tepes lV is looking to work some ground and pound but Pizziconi has wrist control.
Pizziconi has Tepes lV pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tepes lV's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pizziconi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tepes lV walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pizziconi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Pizziconi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tepes lV sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tepes lV napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Pizziconi controlling the position from side mount.
Tepes lV is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T3#
Tepes lV sneaks back into half guard.
Pizziconi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Tepes lV's hands, connecting with Tepes lV's forehead.
Tepes lV wants to control but Pizziconi is keeping busy.
Pizziconi trying to control the pace.
Tepes lV is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Pizziconi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pizziconi looks to land a strike but Tepes lV avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Tepes lV is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Tepes lV is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tepes lV working a defensive guard here.
Pizziconi is fighting to break Tepes lV's control of his arms but Tepes lV is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi with a flurry of punches that miss.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pizziconi 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmany Pizziconi!
A less than humble Osmany Pizziconi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
LAFC FN 11
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vercetti.
Vercetti misses with a lunging right hand
and Tepes lV counters with an outside leg kick.
Vercetti misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
Vercetti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tepes lV thumps Vercetti with a low kick.
Tepes lV lands with a right hand.
A head kick misses from Tepes lV.
Vercetti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice defenses there by Vercetti.
Vercetti throws a hook but Tepes lV blocks it.
Vercetti rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tepes lV moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tepes lV takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vercetti has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Finch Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Tepes lV avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vercetti misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
Tepes lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vercetti throws a lazy right hand but Tepes lV sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Tepes lV scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Vercetti is just out of range.
Vercetti is looking to counter punch.
Vercetti checks a low kick from Tepes lV.
Vercetti seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tepes lV ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick which misses Vercetti's front leg but catches the back leg as Vercetti tries to avoid it.
Tepes lV throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tepes lV takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tommy Vercetti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tepes lV uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vercetti.
Tepes lV connects with the punch.
A jab from Vercetti misses.
Vercetti looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Vercetti.
Jab, jab by Vercetti - just one landing.
Tepes lV throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vercetti slips a jab from Tepes lV.
Vercetti throws a looping overhand right but Tepes lV ducks down to avoid it.
Tepes lV walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tepes lV has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tepes lV there as he acknowledges the shot.#KD#
Vercetti lands a big right hand that sends Tepes lV crashing to the mat! Vercetti stays standing though and waves Tepes lV back to his feet!#ROC#Tepes lV is rocked!
Vercetti cracks Tepes lV with a left hook right on the temple and Tepes lV goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Vercetti lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Tepes lV is OK!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tommy Vercetti!
An out of breath Tommy Vercetti thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
LAFC New York
Date: Aug 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Jab from Tepes lV.
Bastiat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've been hearing reports that Bastiat has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bastiat throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
Bastiat throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tepes lV's waist but Tepes lV gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bastiat off to one side.
Bastiat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tepes lV was well out of range. Poor timing from Bastiat.
Tepes lV throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tepes lV lands with a straight right. Bastiat didn't see that one coming.
Bastiat throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bastiat throws a lazy uppercut
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Bastiat is rocked!
Look low, kick high! Tepes lV uses the oldest trick in the book to send Bastiat tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Tepes lV is absolutely delighted - when Bastiat wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Vlad Tepes lV!
During a confident post fight interview, Vlad Tepes lV thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
LAFC Vegas
Date: Jul 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Tepes lV walks into a stiff left hand from Ruthlessness.
Ray Ruthlessness seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tepes lV jabs Ruthlessness right on the nose. Ruthlessness blinks but takes it well.
Ruthlessness ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tepes lV moves away.
Tepes lV throws out a counter right but Ruthlessness avoids it with no problem.
Ruthlessness cracks Tepes lV with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ruthlessness takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#TD2#
Ruthlessness gets caught flat footed, as Tepes lV shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Tepes lV stopping the sweep attempt from Ruthlessness.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tepes lV wants to control from the top but Ruthlessness keeps moving.
Ruthlessness pulls Tepes lV in close to prevent any damage.
Ruthlessness controls Tepes lV momentarily but Tepes lV frees himself.
Tepes lV postures up in Ruthlessness's guard and throws a big left but Ruthlessness blocks it.
Tepes lV trying to control the position from guard on top but Ruthlessness is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tepes lV is in close to Ruthlessness's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruthlessness preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tepes lV looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Tepes lV is looking to work some ground and pound but Ruthlessness has wrist control.
Ruthlessness controlling the position.
Tepes lV stays in close to Ruthlessness's body and controls the position.
Ruthlessness seems keen to control Tepes lV's posture.
Tepes lV stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ruthlessness swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ruthlessness keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV won't allow Ruthlessness to sweep him here.
Ruthlessness is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ruthlessness is pulling down on Tepes lV's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ruthlessness throws the left hand but Tepes lV avoids the punch easily.
Ray Ruthlessness is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ruthlessness misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tepes lV slips a jab from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness misses with a hook
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand.
A jab from Tepes lV misses.
Ruthlessness smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A big left from Ruthlessness misses.
Ruthlessness takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A swing and a miss from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness throws a lazy right hand but Tepes lV sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tepes lV doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ruthlessness on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ruthlessness 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.
Tepes lV with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ruthlessness to score with a decent uppercut.
Ruthlessness misses with a body shot
and Tepes lV counters with a leg kick.
Tepes lV throws out a loose jab but Ruthlessness uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ruthlessness seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Good standup being displayed there by Ruthlessness as he connects with a hook.
Tepes lV blocks a jab.
Tepes lV is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ruthlessness with a body shot.
Ruthlessness ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Ruthlessness throws a poor cross that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ruthlessness throws a lazy uppercut
and Tepes lV counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tepes lV chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T3#
Tepes lV throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ruthlessness looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ruthlessness rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tepes lV counters with a nice body kick.
Ruthlessness throws a combination that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ruthlessness is breathing heavily.
Tepes lV fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ruthlessness looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tepes lV scoring well with a low kick there.
Ruthlessness looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ruthlessness looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ruthlessness takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ruthlessness is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ruthlessness.
Tepes lV lands a glancing blow to the side of Ruthlessness's head.
Ruthlessness takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#ROC2#Ruthlessness is rocked!
Ruthlessness avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
An attempted straight right counter from Ruthlessness misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruthlessness throws an overhand right that lands on Tepes lV's shoulder, as Tepes lV tries to avoid the shot.
Tepes lV is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ruthlessness with a body shot.
Tepes lV takes one to the chin there.
Ruthlessness lands with a shot to the body. #T4#
Ruthlessness throws a shot to the body.
Tepes lV lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Ruthlessness.
Tepes lV scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Ruthlessness swings for the body but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ruthlessness lands the left hand.
Good work by Ruthlessness as he checks the leg kick.
Ruthlessness bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tepes lV dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#KD2#
Ruthlessness ducks straight into an uppercut from Tepes lV and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Ruthlessness manages to regain guard straight away.
Oh Ruthlessness is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ruthlessness trying to control the position.
Tepes lV working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ruthlessness's head.
Tepes lV pushing down on Ruthlessness's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ruthlessness regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ruthlessness seems to have got his legs back now.
Ruthlessness is trying to control the position but Tepes lV postures up.
Tepes lV wants to control from the top but Ruthlessness keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Tepes lV dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tepes lV takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ruthlessness fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Ruthlessness.
Tepes lV lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice shot by Tepes lV.#CL#
Ruthlessness gets a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness lands with a light punch inside.
Ruthlessness lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hand to the body from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ruthlessness tries to throw a body punch but Tepes lV avoids it by throwing Ruthlessness back against the cage.
Tepes lV works on Ruthlessness's body with a couple of short punches.
Ruthlessness swings away with an uppercut that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ruthlessness lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tepes lV backwards.
Tepes lV blocks a body shot from Ruthlessness.
Tepes lV tries to circle away but Ruthlessness has him pinned against the cage.
Ruthlessness has a couple of punches blocked by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ruthlessness being controlled against the cage.#T1#
Ruthlessness gets through Tepes lV's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tepes lV swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruthlessness throws a head punch that misses.
Tepes lV goes for a takedown attempt but Ruthlessness pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tepes lV uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness misses the jab.
Ruthlessness misses with the combination.
Ruthlessness loads up on a big right hand but Tepes lV slips the punch.
Ruthlessness avoids the head kick by Tepes lV.
Ruthlessness connects with a body shot that sends Tepes lV's belly button to the back.
Ruthlessness lands with a nice body punch.
Ruthlessness throws a shot to the body.
Tepes lV defending well as Ruthlessness loads up on a big left hand.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ruthlessness misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
Tepes lV lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Tepes lV feints a counter leg kick.
Ruthlessness just misses with a punch to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tepes lV fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ruthlessness looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tepes lV smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tepes lV avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ruthlessness throws a jab but it's blocked by Tepes lV.
A jab from Ruthlessness misses.
Tepes lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes lV tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ruthlessness swivels and escapes.
Ruthlessness misses the shot to the body.
Tepes lV has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tepes lV keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness misses with an uppercut
and Tepes lV counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tepes lV slips a jab from Ruthlessness.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL#
Ruthlessness gets a clinch.
Ruthlessness throws a head punch that misses.
Tepes lV tries to stall but Ruthlessness uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T3#
Ruthlessness misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV misses with the head strike.
Ruthlessness prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ray Ruthlessness has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Tepes lV.
Tepes lV lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ruthlessness.#BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch.
Tepes lV lands a jab to the nose.
Ruthlessness throws a hook but Tepes lV avoids it easily.
Tepes lV moves away from the strike by Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV feints the counter takedown.
Ruthlessness slips a straight right by Tepes lV.
Ruthlessness lands a body shot.
Ruthlessness thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tepes lV throws out a counter right but Ruthlessness avoids it with no problem.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.
Ruthlessness misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Ruthlessness misses the target.
Tepes lV swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tepes lV looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4#
Ruthlessness misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ruthlessness looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
Tepes lV flicks out a counter leg kick but Ruthlessness steps away.
Ruthlessness on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tepes lV swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tepes lV's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ruthlessness under the eye.
Ruthlessness swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ruthlessness looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Ruthlessness ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Ruthlessness has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tepes lV finds it's way round the side to connect with Ruthlessness's head.
Tepes lV avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tepes lV throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ruthlessness throws a shot from downtown. Tepes lV moves away and avoids it.
Tepes lV thuds his right hand into Ruthlessness's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ruthlessness jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Ruthlessness has managed to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tepes lV lands a hook that snaps the head of Ruthlessness backwards.
Ruthlessness throws a head punch that misses.
Ruthlessness lands a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ray Ruthlessness will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ruthlessness's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tepes lV lands a nice hook to Ruthlessness's body. Ruthlessness takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tepes lV blocks a jab.
Tepes lV pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ruthlessness avoids the body shot from Tepes lV.
A head kick misses from Tepes lV.
Ruthlessness is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Ruthlessness misses.
Ruthlessness throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ruthlessness slips under a jab from Tepes lV.
Ruthlessness stalks Tepes lV and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tepes lV's face. Tepes lV staggers backwards, shaken.
Ruthlessness misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
Ruthlessness fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV throws a body punch but Ruthlessness moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from Ruthlessness.
Tepes lV tests Ruthlessness's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ruthlessness closes the distance and lands a one-two.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ruthlessness swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tepes lV lands a right hook to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Tepes lV drops his hands momentarily and Ruthlessness takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ruthlessness takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A jab from Ruthlessness misses.
Ruthlessness throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Tepes lV drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tepes lV landing some decent shots from guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ruthlessness holds on and takes a little breather.
Tepes lV content to stall in guard here.
Ruthlessness trying to control the position.
Ruthlessness looking for a sweep. Not yet Ruthlessness, not yet. #T2#
Tepes lV scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tepes lV landing some decent shots from guard.
Tepes lV stays in close to Ruthlessness's body and controls the position.
Ruthlessness utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tepes lV stays in close to Ruthlessness's body and controls the position.
Tepes lV is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tepes lV with a nice head shot there.
Ruthlessness looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ruthlessness controls Tepes lV momentarily but Tepes lV frees himself.
Vlad Tepes lV has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tepes lV works over Ruthlessness with some ground and pound from guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tepes lV in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ruthlessness is trying to keep Tepes lV in close.
Tepes lV's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Tepes lV throwing strikes but missing.
Ruthlessness wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tepes lV stopping the sweep attempt from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness is trying to control the position but Tepes lV postures up.
Ruthlessness has momentary wrist control but Tepes lV slips an elbow through the middle.
Tepes lV trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tepes lV preventing the sweep.
Tepes lV looking to pass the guard.
Tepes lV stands up over Ruthlessness, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ruthlessness looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there. #T4#
Ruthlessness is trying to control the position but Tepes lV postures up.
Tepes lV wants to pass the guard but Ruthlessness is keeping the position.
Tepes lV trying to control the position from guard on top but Ruthlessness is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ruthlessness is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Tepes lV is pushing down on Ruthlessness's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ruthlessness is fighting to maintain full guard but Tepes lV has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tepes lV trying to control the pace.
Ruthlessness is looking for a sweep. Tepes lV is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tepes lV looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ruthlessness with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ruthlessness tries to get to full guard but Tepes lV has control of the leg.
Ruthlessness is not content to let Tepes lV control the position.
Tepes lV is thwarting Ruthlessness's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Tepes lV comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tepes lV has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
LAFC 45
Date: Jun 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Haze misses with a low kick.
Tepes lV scores with a sloppy right hand. Haze should have avoided that one.
A head kick misses from Tepes lV.
Haze works Tepes lV's body with a nice hook.
Tepes lV takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A jab from Haze misses.
Haze is looking to chop away at Tepes lV's legs.
Some bone on bone action there as Tepes lV checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Haze 's coach down at Sprawl & Brawl was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Haze 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tepes lV uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Haze has time to react.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze blocks a jab.
Haze swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tepes lV takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Tepes lV throws a body punch but Haze moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Haze on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tepes lV misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tepes lV takes a swing at Haze 's ribcage but misses.
A head kick by Tepes lV misses #TD2#
and Haze counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tepes lV won't be happy with that.
Haze trying to control the position but Tepes lV is working away.
Haze cracks Tepes lV with a big elbow.
Tepes lV is not content to let Haze control the position. #T2#
Haze might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tepes lV haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tepes lV can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Haze wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping him busy.
Tepes lV struggling a bit here.
An elbow from Haze crashes against the mat.
Haze trying to control the action but Tepes lV is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV is looking for a sweep.
Haze is chipping away with strikes.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tepes lV manages to work his way to half guard, despite Haze 's best efforts.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tepes lV keeping control of the position.
Haze wants to pass to mount but Tepes lV is defending the position.
Haze is trying to control. Tepes lV wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Haze looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Haze is trying to control. Tepes lV wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Darryl Haze dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tepes lV misses with a straight right.
Haze lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Vlad Tepes lV is winning the standup battle so far.
Tepes lV is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Haze .
Haze swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Haze throws a leg kick but Tepes lV moved away.
Tepes lV ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Haze moves away.
A jab from Haze does it's job there.
Tepes lV lands a nice looking body shot.
Haze looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tepes lV is fending him off so far but Haze persists. Nope, Tepes lV circles away and we're back to standing.
As Haze looks to move away, Tepes lV throws a big counter combo but Haze just gets out of the way.
Haze lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tepes lV throws out the jab.
A big right from Tepes lV misses.
Tepes lV takes one to the chin there.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Tepes lV bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Haze shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tepes lV but Tepes lV pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Haze misses the shot to the body.
Tepes lV throwing a counter right hand but Haze manages to avoid it.
Haze throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a nice uppercut.
Haze swinging wildly here.
Tepes lV half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tepes lV misses with a straight left.
Haze comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tepes lV misses the shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Haze .
Haze shoots in but Tepes lV avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vlad Tepes lV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darryl Haze .#T2#
Haze uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tepes lV.
Haze let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Haze is looking to slow Tepes lV down with leg kicks.
Haze takes a swing at Tepes lV's ribcage but misses.
Haze throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tepes lV stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Haze .
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!
Tepes lV throws a combination that misses
and Haze counters with a nice body shot.
Tepes lV ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vlad Tepes lV is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Haze misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Haze throws a leg kick but Tepes lV checks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Tepes lV misses its target.
Haze attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes lV quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
Haze tries to land a leg kick but Tepes lV saw it coming and moves away.
It looked like Tepes lV wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tepes lV avoids the body shot from Haze .
Haze connects with a leg kick.
Haze avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tepes lV throws a head kick but Haze moves out of range.
Haze doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Haze showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tepes lV.
Haze is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Haze swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Haze lands a right hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes lV. Haze does a little dance to reset his feet.
Haze throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tepes lV throwing a counter right hand but Haze manages to avoid it.
Darryl Haze seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Tepes lV misses. #T4#
Tepes lV rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Haze counters with a nice uppercut.
Haze looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Tepes lV throwing a counter right hand but Haze manages to avoid it.
Haze throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Haze throws a leg kick but Tepes lV sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Haze misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A big right from Tepes lV misses.
Haze dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tepes lV. That did some damage!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Haze swings for the body but Tepes lV moves out of range.
Haze throws a low kick, looking for Tepes lV's leg but Tepes lV calmly moves out of range.
Tepes lV looks to score with a jab to the body but Haze is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Darryl Haze will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Haze throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Haze scores with a jab.
Haze misses with a leg kick.
Haze does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Haze throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tepes lV sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tepes lV appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Haze .
Tepes lV takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tepes lV just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV tries a head kick but it misses.
Tepes lV works the jab nicely.
Tepes lV scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A big right from Tepes lV misses.
A nice side step and Haze releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Haze is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tepes lV rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Tepes lV's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Haze connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tepes lV scrambles back to his feet.
Haze moves out of range as Tepes lV strikes.
Haze appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Haze takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Haze tries to land a leg kick but Tepes lV saw it coming and moves away.
Haze cracks Tepes lV with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tepes lV tries to score with a low kick but Haze moves his leg out of the way.
Haze blocks a head kick by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Tepes lV misses with a looping right.
Tepes lV checks a low kick from Haze .
Haze takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tepes lV pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2#
Haze looks to score with a jab to the body but Tepes lV is just out of range.
Tepes lV misses with a double jab.
Tepes lV attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Haze attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Haze jabs at Tepes lV's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tepes lV moves into range and connects with a jab.
Haze jabs Tepes lV to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Haze misses with a low kick.
Haze uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Haze .
Haze misses with a body shot.
Haze rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tepes lV moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3#
Tepes lV throws a sloppy head kick
and Haze makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Haze misses with a jab to the body
and Tepes lV counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tepes lV throws a nice looking combination but Haze bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Haze doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Haze buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Vlad Tepes lV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A lazy left from Haze finds it's target.
Haze avoids the head kick by Tepes lV.
Haze moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tepes lV has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Haze .
Tepes lV checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tepes lV is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tepes lV throws a lazy right hand but Haze sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Haze avoids the head kick by Tepes lV.
Haze throws a leg kick
and Tepes lV counters with a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A bone on bone clash there as Tepes lV blocks the leg kick.
Tepes lV thinks about countering with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Haze . Tepes lV does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tepes lV takes one to the side of the head.
Tepes lV swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab lands there for Haze .
Haze avoids a punch combination nicely.
Darryl Haze is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tepes lV misses with a left hand
and Haze connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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 Vlad Tepes lV.
Well Haze has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darryl Haze !
A less than humble Darryl Haze misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
LAFC 40
Date: Apr 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Tepes lV fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hawat avoids it really well and circles away.
A telegraphed right hand from Tepes lV misses the target.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV scores with a decent looking hook.
Hawat lands with a cross.
Hawat throws a lazy head kick
and Tepes lV counters with an outside leg kick.
Hawat paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat scores with a nice head shot.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Tepes lV avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Tepes lV looks to land a body kick but Hawat moved away.
Tepes lV slips a jab and a cross from Hawat.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Tepes lV jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Tepes lV looking to score a takedown here. Hawat is defending well but Tepes lV drives through and ends up in Hawat's guard.
Tepes lV content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tepes lV is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tepes lV trying to control but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV throws a strike but Hawat rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Hawat controlling from the top position.
Tepes lV is trying to keep Hawat in close.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tepes lV can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hawat controls the pace.#T2#
Hawat wants to get up but he can't break Tepes lV's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Tepes lV is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Hawat rolls with it to try and escape but Tepes lV cranks on the arm and Hawat is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
LAFC 35
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Eagle throws a jab when Tepes lV was well out of range.
Eagle misses with an uppercut.
Eagle fails in his attempt to clinch.
Eagle throws out a powerful jab.
A slow jab from Eagle misses its intended target.
Eagle punishes Tepes lV's body with a nice straight punch.
Tepes lV has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Eagle misses with a hook. Tepes lV ducked under it nicely.
And Tepes lV tries to counter it with a takedown but Eagle pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Eagle throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eagle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tepes lV catches Eagle with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Eagle.
Eagle changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice cross by Eagle.
Tepes lV scores with a hook.
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!
Tepes lV has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Eagle finds it's way round the side to connect with Tepes lV's head.
Eagle cracks Tepes lV with a right hand to the side of the head.
Eagle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Eagle to score with a decent uppercut.#ROC#Tepes lV is rocked!#T1#
Eagle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Eagle throws a body punch but Tepes lV moves out of range. #TD2#
Tepes lV looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Tepes lV throwing strikes from guard but Eagle blocks nicely.
Tepes lV throws a big elbow that misses.
Tepes lV controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tepes lV stopping the sweep attempt from Eagle.
Tepes lV is fighting to break Eagle's control of his arms but Eagle is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tepes lV lands a couple of digs.
Eagle has control of Tepes lV's left arm, preventing Tepes lV from doing any damage.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Eagle working a defensive guard here.
Tepes lV trying to control but Eagle is working from the bottom.
Eagle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Eagle keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
Eagle is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Eagle managing to control the position.
Tepes lV preventing the sweep.
Eagle is trying to control the position but Tepes lV postures up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Eagle wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tepes lV's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Eagle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tepes lV with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Eagle keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Eagle looking to control.
Tepes lV makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Eagle has control of Tepes lV's left arm, preventing Tepes lV from doing any damage.
Tepes lV won't allow Eagle to sweep him here.
Tepes lV trying to control the position from guard on top but Eagle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tepes lV forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Tepes lV looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T4#
Eagle is trying to maintain the position but Tepes lV is very close to passing his half guard.
Tepes lV looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tepes lV is looking to take a break and control but Eagle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Eagle regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tepes lV throwing strikes from guard but Eagle blocks nicely.
Eagle is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Eagle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tepes lV trying to control the position from guard on top but Eagle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Eagle dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Some wild striking there from Eagle.
Tepes lV lands with an uppercut that bounces Eagle off the cage and back into range.
David Eagle is winning the standup battle so far.
Tepes lV has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Eagle finds it's way round the side to connect with Tepes lV's head.
Eagle looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
Jab, jab by Eagle - just one landing.
A slow jab from Tepes lV misses its intended target.
Eagle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tepes lV.
Eagle bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tepes lV's head backwards.
Eagle misses with a body shot.
Tepes lV swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Eagle moves away from the strike by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a jab when Eagle was well out of range.
Eagle misses with a hook
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
Eagle missing with a left hand there. Tepes lV was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Eagle throws a jab but it's blocked by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Eagle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tepes lV can do to turn this around?
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Tepes lV misses with an attempted mid kick.
#T1#
Eagle misses with a looping right.
Eagle misses with an uppercut. Tepes lV saw that one coming.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Eagle throws a right hand that misses
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Eagle ducks under a wild hook from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV throws a series of strikes that have Eagle backpedaling.
David Eagle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Eagle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tepes lV.
Nice defenses there by Tepes lV.
A lazy left from Eagle finds it's target.
Nice shot lands for Eagle.
Eagle looks to throw the jab but Tepes lV is out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Eagle misses with a looping left.
Eagle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes lV manages to avoid it.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tepes lV throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Eagle stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Nice body punch from Eagle.
Eagle takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tepes lV 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.
Nice shot by Tepes lV.#ROC2#Eagle is rocked!
Tepes lV slips a straight right by Eagle.
Tepes lV works Eagle's body with a nice hook.
Eagle looks to throw the jab but Tepes lV is out of range.
Eagle throws a shot from downtown. Tepes lV moves away and avoids it.
Eagle misses with a wild combination.
Tepes lV with the counter takedown but Eagle avoids it easily.
Tepes lV moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Eagle lands with a good body shot.
Eagle throws a good cross that connects.
Nice shot by Tepes lV.
Oh Eagle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice defenses there by Tepes lV.
Eagle seems to have got his legs back now.
Eagle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tepes lV moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tepes lV feints and then cracks Eagle's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Eagle down. #T3#
Eagle loads up on a big right hand but Tepes lV slips the punch.
Tepes lV's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tepes lV duly obliges.
Tepes lV bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Eagle connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Eagle swings widly with a right hand
and Tepes lV counters with a good low kick that Eagle was not able to check.
Eagle throws a jab when Tepes lV was well out of range.
Eagle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tepes lV moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tepes lV defending well as Eagle loads up on a big left hand.
Tepes lV fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Eagle misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Tepes lV.
Eagle is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Eagle looks to land a right hand but Tepes lV moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tepes lV! But no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes lV is looking to slow Eagle down with leg kicks.
Tepes lV throws out a loose jab but Eagle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eagle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Eagle misses with a looping left.
Eagle throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tepes lV to counter with a crisp jab.
Eagle misses with a jab to the body
and Tepes lV scores with a counter punch that sends Eagle to the canvas! Tepes lV smells blood - he's punishing Eagle with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Eagle has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Tepes lV!
A very excited looking Vlad Tepes lV made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Tepes lV lands a nice shot that snaps Lei's head back.
Tepes lV fakes the leg kick and cracks Lei in the body.
A head kick misses from Lei.
Tepes lV and Lei are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Tepes lV throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Lei into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Tepes lV knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Vlad Tepes lV!
After winning the bout, Vlad Tepes lV thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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