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Event:
SSG 288 Hlervu vs Kuang
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 25 losses; Bjørn Helvig! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Alyssa Summers and David Schapiro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sova tries to close the distance and clinch but Helvig swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Helvig. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Helvig (4) vs (0) Sova
Helvig controlling the position from side mount.
Sova tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Helvig tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sova is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Helvig's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helvig prevents Sova from improving his position.
Sova wants to control but Helvig is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Helvig wants to free his trapped foot but Sova is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1#
Helvig is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sova gets back to full guard.
Helvig is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Sova working for a triangle but Helvig defends it easily.
Helvig is pushing down on Sova's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sova is fighting to maintain full guard but Helvig has managed to sneak the leg through.
Helvig wants to free his trapped foot but Sova is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Sova is looking for a sweep. Helvig is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sova wants to get back to full guard but Helvig has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (7) vs (0) Sova
Helvig controlling the pace for now.
Sova working to try and regain half guard.
Sova has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Sova is controlling an arm, preventing Helvig from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Sova is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Helvig controlling the pace for now.
Sova is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Helvig has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Helvig (10) vs (0) Sova
Sova rolls, trying to escape but Helvig keeps control of the position.
Helvig controls the position.#SUB#
Helvig patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sova just trying to survive but Helvig is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Helvig is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Sova trying to control but not successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Sova is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Sova looking to control the position.
Sova is really stuck here.
#T5#
Helvig controlling from the back.
Helvig has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sova tries to break free.
Helvig biding his time, controlling Sova.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
You can see the frustration on Sova's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Helvig controlling the position well here. Sova rolled but Helvig kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Sova tries to escape the position.
#T7#
Helvig keeps control of the position easily here as Sova tries to buck him off.
Sova rolls, trying to escape but Helvig keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be Sova right now.
Helvig controlling well, preventing Sova from escaping the position.
Helvig keeps control of the position easily here as Sova tries to buck him off.
#T8#
Sova is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Helvig gets his hands free as Sova looks to control.
Helvig really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Sova.
Helvig controlling well, preventing Sova from escaping the position.
Helvig just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Sova is trying to break free.
#T9#
Sova is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Helvig.
Helvig's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Further stalling from Helvig.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Helvig is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Helvig seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sova for as long as he can get away with.#T10#
Helvig continues to stall.
Sova turns into Helvig and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Helvig (10) vs (2) Sova
Sova seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Sova wants to control from the top but Helvig keeps moving. #T11#
Helvig manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sova manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Helvig (12) vs (2) Sova
Helvig trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Helvig is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Helvig pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sova is keeping the position for now.
Helvig advances to half guard.
Helvig controlling the action here.
Sova is in trouble now - Helvig has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Helvig (15) vs (2) Sova
Helvig content just to control the position here. #T12#
Helvig wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Sova is looking to improve his position but Helvig isn't that keen on the idea.
Helvig controlling his opponent.
Helvig prevents Sova from getting the reversal.
Helvig controlling from mount.
Sova is looking to improve his position but Helvig isn't that keen on the idea.#T13#
Sova regains half guard.
Sova wants to get back to full guard.
Helvig is looking to advance position but Sova won't allow it.
Sova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Helvig might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Helvig tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard.
Sova not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Helvig looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sova controls Helvig momentarily but Helvig frees himself. #T14#
Sova looking to hit a scissor sweep but Helvig is one step ahead there.
Helvig content to stall in guard here.
More hug and hope from Helvig.
Sova is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova keeping full guard, as Helvig tries to pass.
Sova controlling Helvig's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Helvig takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Bjørn Helvig 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:
SSG 284 Macker vs Sova
Date: Mar 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 12 losses; Dan Macker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Sova forces Macker back against the cage and clinches.
Sova drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Macker tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sova drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Macker can't get the takedown.
#TD2#
Sova gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Macker (0) vs (2) Sova
Macker is trying to control but can't.
Macker keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Macker wants to improve his position but Sova is controlling well.
Macker is pressing down on Sova's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Sova sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Macker looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Sova has picked Macker up and slammed him! Macker can't keep hold of the triangle and Sova manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Macker (0) vs (5) Sova
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova working away.
Macker being controlled for a moment.
Macker stops Sova from passing to mount.
Macker's coaches at RBB Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Macker is looking for a sweep.
Macker prevents Sova from moving into mount. #T2#
Macker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Sova's best efforts.
Sova is looking to advance position but Macker won't allow it.
Sova controlling the pace.
Macker tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
Macker is positioning himself well to prevent Sova advancing to mount.
Macker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Macker.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sova is stalling in the full guard.
Sova looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Macker is trying to control the position but Sova postures up.
Sova passes Macker's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Sova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Macker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sova.
Sova is looking to pass Macker's guard but actually Macker recovers to full guard.
Sova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
Sova looking to pass the guard.
Sova is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Macker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Macker lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Macker (2) vs (5) Sova
Macker's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sova is trying to control the position but Macker postures up.
Sova seems keen to control Macker's posture.#T5#
Sova can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Macker controls the pace.
Macker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sova is keeping the position for now.
Sova looking to control.
Macker tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Sova looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Macker wants to control from the top but Sova keeps moving. #T6##SUB2#
Sova escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Macker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Macker trying to control but Sova is working from the bottom.
Sova trying to control the position.
Our spies down at at Brloh inform us that Sova has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Macker slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Macker (5) vs (5) Sova
Macker trying to control the action but Sova is working from the bottom.
Macker works to advance to full mount. Sova defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Macker (7) vs (5) Sova#T7#
Macker controlling the pace for now.
Macker trying to control but Sova is having none of it.
Sova tries to hold on but Macker pushes him away.
Macker controlling from the full mount.
Sova is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T8#
Macker manages to capitalize on a mistake by Sova to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Macker (10) vs (5) Sova
I really don't envy Sova right now.
Macker has good solid back control here.
Sova is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Sova is trying to control the position but Macker manages to sink in the RNC - Sova is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dan Macker!
During a confident post fight interview, Dan Macker thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 276 Silalahi vs Gerbandi
Date: Mar 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 12 losses; Gauthier Delisle!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Frank Dennis and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Delisle throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Sova was covering up waiting for the punch and Delisle finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sova (0) vs (2) Delisle
Sova not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Delisle engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Delisle looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Sova looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Delisle is defending well. Sova quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Delisle has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Sova celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pavel Sova!
Pavel Sova decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 267 Doe vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 69 wins and 51 losses; Rolf Ottke!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sova misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ottke stuffs the takedown attempt from Sova. Sova gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Sova. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Sova forces Ottke back against the cage and clinches.
Ottke drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sova is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ottke pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sova stops a takedown attempt from Ottke.
#TD#
Sova pulls guard.
Sova wants to sweep here but Ottke controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottke is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Sova is trying to control the position but Ottke postures up.
Sova 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.
Ottke controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ottke sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sova controls Ottke momentarily but Ottke frees himself. #T2#
Ottke not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sova not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ottke wants to pass the guard but Sova is keeping the position.
Ottke sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sova not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ottke controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sova working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Sova wants to hit a sweep here but Ottke passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Sova there! Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (0) vs (3) Ottke
Ottke trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sova tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ottke controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Sova is looking to improve his position but Ottke isn't that keen on the idea.
Sova manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ottke controlling the action here. #SUB#
Sova is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ottke pulls his head out easily.
Sova trying to control here.
#T5#
Sova trying to get back to full guard but Ottke takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (0) vs (6) Ottke
Ottke controlling from mount.
Ottke manages to capitalize on a mistake by Sova to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sova (0) vs (9) Ottke
Sova tries to roll but Ottke sticks to his back.
Ottke controls the action.
Sova is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T6#
Sova is working hard here to advance position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Sova rolls, trying to escape but Ottke keeps control of the position.
Sova trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ottke is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ottke avoiding Sova 's attempts to control his hands. #T7#
Sova can't escape the position.
Sova needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Sova tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Sova is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sova tries to control Ottke's body but Ottke pushes him off. Sova squirms to his side and now Ottke has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sova (0) vs (12) Ottke
Sova trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T8#
I really don't envy Sova right now.
Sova trying to control the hands but Ottke won't let him.
I really don't envy Sova right now.
Ottke is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Sova tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Ottke trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sova doesn't escape.
Sova is in bad spot here.
Ottke really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Sova.
Sova is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T10#
Ottke controlling the position well here. Sova rolled but Ottke kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova rolls, trying to escape but Ottke keeps control of the position.
Ottke is riding his opponent, not letting Sova buck him off.
Sova is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Brloh, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Sova trying to control the action but Ottke just sinks the hooks in. #T11#
Ottke has the hooks in. Sova is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ottke biding his time, looking for the opening.
Sova is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Ottke controls the position.
Sova is in bad spot here.
Ottke biding his time, controlling Sova.
Sova trying to control the hands but Ottke won't let him.
Sova wants to escape the position.
#T13#
Ottke has good solid back control here.
Sova is in bad spot here.
Sova looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ottke controlling the position well here. Sova rolled but Ottke kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Sova trying to control the hands but Ottke breaks the grip. #T14#
Sova is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Sova trying to control the action but Ottke just sinks the hooks in.
Ottke trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sova doesn't escape.
Sova is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ottke biding his time, controlling Sova.
I really don't envy Sova right now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ottke wins on points by 12 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Rolf Ottke thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 257 Yasalmibaal vs Vilmat
Date: Jan 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Seemah Feet!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Sova wants to clinch.
Feet avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Feet moves into range and clinches up with Sova.#TD#
Sova turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sova (4) vs (0) Feet
Feet tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sova wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sova is looking to take a break and control but Feet is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sova is staying tight to Feet's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Feet holding on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Feet is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sova's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Feet wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Sova controlling the action here.
Feet is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sova works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (7) vs (0) Feet
Feet is not content to let Sova control the position.
Sova tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Feet is looking to regain half guard here but Sova keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Sova advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sova (9) vs (0) Feet
Feet wants to hold on but Sova pushes him away.
Feet tries to reverse the position but Sova maintains control.
Feet is controlling an arm, preventing Sova from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Sova prevents Feet from getting the reversal.
Sova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Feet really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sova looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sova trying to control but Feet is having none of it. #T3#
Sova avoids the attempt from Feet to control.
Sova trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sova is looking to work his way around to Feet's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sova looking to control but Feet is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sova controlling from the full mount.
Sova seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Feet for as long as he can get away with.
Feet really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Feet prevents Sova from taking his back.#T4#
Sova looking to control but Feet is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Feet can't escape the position.
Sova controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Feet sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Feet wants to control but Sova is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sova slows the pace down in half guard.
Feet is pressing down on Sova's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T5#
Feet controlling the position.
Feet is continuing to stall.
Sova wants to control from the top but Feet keeps moving.
Feet looking for a sweep. Not yet Feet, not yet.
Feet can't keep his opponent in guard - Sova advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sova controlling the action here.
Sova trying to control from half guard but Feet is working away. #T6##SUB#
Sova is looking for a kimura but Feet is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sova to get the leverage.
Sova prevents Feet from improving his position.
Well, if Sova 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.
Feet is trying to get back to full guard.
Feet is pressing down on Sova's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Feet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Feet pulls Sova in close to prevent any damage.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Feet is retaining full guard.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Feet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Feet being controlled here, momentarily.
Sova preventing the sweep.
Sova slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Feet tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T8#
Sova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sova postures up.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Feet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova won't allow Feet to sweep him here.
Sova sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Feet's guard.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Feet is defending well.
Sova is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sova is looking to advance position but Feet won't allow it.
Sova not doing much here.
#T9#
Feet gets full guard.
Feet 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.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Feet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Feet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova won't allow Feet to sweep him here. #T10#
Sova controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sova won't allow Feet to sweep him here.
Sova trying to control but Feet is working from the bottom.
Sova preventing the sweep.
Feet is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Feet tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sova postures up.
#T11#
Feet wants to sweep but no luck.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Feet swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sova trying to control but Feet is working from the bottom.
Feet looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sova is fighting to break Feet's control of his arms but Feet is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sova sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Feet's guard.
Sova is thwarting Feet's attempts to control the position.
Sova is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T12#
Feet is looking for a sweep. Sova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sova is trying to control. Feet wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Still in half guard, Sova seems content to control.#SUB2#
Feet looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Sova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sova controlling the action here.
Sova trying to pass the guard but Feet defending well. #T13#
Feet wants to control but Sova is keeping busy.
Sova wants to pass to mount but Feet is defending the position.
Feet is trying to control but can't.
Sova seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Feet does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sova tries to pass to full mount but Feet defends it.
Feet is staying active underneath Sova, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Feet slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Feet keeping full guard, as Sova tries to pass. #T14#
Feet is controlling Sova's posture.
Feet is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Feet is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Feet tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Feet is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova stands and throws Feet's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (12) vs (0) Feet
Feet tries to buck Sova off but Sova is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sova takes the fight on points by 12 to 0. |
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Event:
SSG 248 Ozymandias vs Banner
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 13 losses; Hand Solo!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Sova darts in and clinches Solo up against the cage.
Sova tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sova wants to take the fight to the mat but Solo manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sova is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Solo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sova (0) vs (2) Solo#SUB#
Sova is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Solo defends well.
Sova controlling the position.#SUB#
Sova working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Solo has passed into half guard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova is looking for a sweep. Solo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Solo controlling the action here.
Sova wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sova wants to get back to full guard but Solo has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (0) vs (5) Solo
Solo controls the position.
Solo gets to mount! Sova was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sova (0) vs (7) Solo
Sova looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Solo controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Sova is trying to escape the mount.
Sova wants to hold on but Solo pushes him away.
Sova tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sova is controlling an arm, preventing Solo from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Solo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sova working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Solo wants to control the pace but Sova is squirming around nicely.
Sova tries to lock up and control but Solo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sova is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sova tries to control the position but Solo now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Sova (0) vs (10) Solo
Sova breaks Solo's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (10) Solo#T4#
Sova stopping the sweep attempt from Solo.
Sova engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Solo keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Solo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Solo pulls Sova in close to prevent any damage.
Solo keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully. #T5#
Solo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Solo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sova will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T6#
Sova stopping the sweep attempt from Solo.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Solo is keeping the position.
Sova wants to control from the top but Solo keeps moving.
Solo pulls Sova in to control the position.
Sova stands and throws Solo's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (5) vs (10) Solo#T7#
Solo tries to improve position but can't.
Sova trying to control the action but Solo is working from the bottom.
Solo trying to remain calm as Sova controls from the top position.
Solo is not content to let Sova control the position.
Solo prevents Sova from moving into mount.
Solo is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Sova tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T8#
Sova happy to just control the position for now.
Solo is looking for a sweep.
Sova tries to advance to mount but Solo denies him.
Sova takes a little break here. Solo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T9#
Sova trying to control the action but Solo is working from the bottom.
Solo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Solo keeps working.
Sova tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sova taking a break here but Solo is having none of it and regains half guard. #T10#
Sova wants to pass to mount but Solo is defending the position.
Sova is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Solo tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
Solo is not content to let Sova control the position.#T11#
Solo trying to control but Sova postures up.
Sova is looking to advance position but Solo won't allow it.
Sova is trying to control. Solo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Solo wants to control but Sova is keeping busy.
Sova trying to pass the guard but Solo defending well.
Sova perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T12#
Sova trying to mount his opponent but Solo defends it.
Sova is looking to take a break and control but Solo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Solo trying to control here.
Sova is looking to stall here but Solo recovers full guard.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Solo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sova looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T13#
Sova pushes down on Solo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sova wants to control but Solo is keeping him busy.
Solo tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Solo tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
Sova content to control rather than advance. #T14#
Sova is keen to just control but Solo is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova tries to pass the half guard into mount. Solo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Solo is positioning himself well to prevent Sova advancing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova is looking to advance position but Solo won't allow it.
Solo wants to control but Sova is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Solo wins on points by 10 to 5.
Hand Solo 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:
SSG 236 Elvul vs Helvig
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 30 losses; Dragon Li Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Chai dives in and scores a takedown into Sova's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Sova
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sova is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (2) Sova
Chai can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sova controls the pace.
Chai has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chai haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Chai pulls Sova in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chai looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Chai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Sova is stalling in the full guard.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Sova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sova passes into half guard.
Chai wants to get back to full guard.
Chai might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sova controlling the action here.
Sova wants to pass to mount but Chai is defending the position. #T2#
Chai wants to get back to full guard.
Chai trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (5) Sova
Chai is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai is squirming around, avoiding Sova's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Chai tries to hold on but Sova postures up.
Sova controlling his opponent.
Chai is squirming around, avoiding Sova's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova avoids the attempt from Chai to control.#T4#
Sova trying to control but Chai is having none of it.
Sova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Sova's lack of action.
Sova is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Chai! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (8) Sova
Chai is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai regains half guard.
Chai regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chai is trying to keep Sova in close.
#T5#
Sova's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Chai working for a triangle but Sova defends it easily.
Chai controls Sova momentarily but Sova frees himself.
Sova advances to half guard. #T6#
Sova is looking to advance position but Chai won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sova controlling the action here.
Sova passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (11) Sova
Sova moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (2) vs (13) Sova
Sova trying to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai is trying to escape the mount.
Sova controlling his opponent. #T7#
Sova prevents Chai from getting the reversal.
Chai is squirming around, avoiding Sova's attempts to control the action.
Sova fails to take his opponent's back.
Chai sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sova not doing much here.
Sova is trying to control the action in half guard but Chai is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T8#
Chai won't allow Sova to pass to mount.
Chai trying to hold on to Sova's head to control him but Sova postures up.
Sova trying to control from half guard but Chai is working away.
Chai is trying to maintain the position but Sova is very close to passing his half guard.
Chai gets full guard.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Chai is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sova showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T9#
Sova pushes down on Chai's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sova wants to pass to mount but Chai is defending the position.
Sova trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom.
Sova tries to pass to full mount but Chai defends it.
Chai makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chai.
Sova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T10#
Sova wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving. #SUB#
Chai is looking for a triangle but Sova pushes his legs off easily.
Chai is trying to control the position but Sova postures up.
Sova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Chai wants to sweep but no luck.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Chai is keeping the position.#T11#
Sova stopping the sweep attempt from Chai.
Sova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Chai keeping full guard, as Sova tries to pass.
Sova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sova looking to pass the guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Chai's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T12#
Sova passes Chai's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chai is trying to get back to full guard.
Sova trying to control the pace.
Sova is pressing down on Chai's thigh, looking to free his foot. Chai is holding on for now.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sova trying to pass the guard but Chai defending well. #T13#
Sova is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sova content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Chai moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Chai looking to control.
Chai being controlled here, momentarily. #T14#
Chai keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova won't allow Chai to sweep him here.
Sova trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai is pulling down on Sova's head to control his posture.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Chai is looking for a triangle but Sova pushes his legs off easily.
Chai looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sova wins on points by 13 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 234 Makarov vs Lima
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 12 losses; Chicken Destroyer!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Destroyer tries to keep at a distance but Sova has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Sova has hold of one of Destroyer's legs. Destroyer is fighting the takedown attempt but Sova gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (0) Destroyer
Sova looking to pass the guard.
Sova won't allow Destroyer to sweep him here.
Destroyer looking to control.
Destroyer is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Destroyer is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Sova is working hard here to advance position.
Sova controls from within his opponent's guard.
Destroyer looking for a sweep. Not yet Destroyer, not yet.
Sova controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sova seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Destroyer for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Sova advances to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sova in particular looking to stall.
Sova continues to stall.#SUB2#
Destroyer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3##SUB#
Sova is looking for a kimura here.
Sova is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T4#
Destroyer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Sova is stalling here. Destroyer is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sova seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Destroyer has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sova (2) vs (4) Destroyer
Destroyer trying to control the position but Sova is working away.
Destroyer working away.
Sova tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Destroyer wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sova manages to get back to half guard.#T5#
Destroyer is thwarting Sova's attempts to control the position.
Sova is trying to get back to full guard.
Sova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sova will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sova has his hands on Destroyer's head, controlling the position.
Destroyer trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Destroyer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T6#
Destroyer trying to move into half guard but instead Sova has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (4) vs (4) Destroyer
Sova showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Destroyer has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sova is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Destroyer. Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (7) vs (4) Destroyer
Sova trying to control the action but Destroyer is working from the bottom.
Destroyer is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T7#
Sova takes a little break here. Destroyer wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Destroyer is looking for a sweep.
Sova moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sova (9) vs (4) Destroyer
Destroyer is trying to escape the mount.
Destroyer has given up his back. Will we see Sova going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Sova (12) vs (4) Destroyer
Good control from Sova.#T8##SUB#
Sova has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Destroyer has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Destroyer is really stuck here.
Sova really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Destroyer.
Destroyer tries to escape the position.
#T9##SUB#
Destroyer is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Sova gets his way!
Destroyer trying to control the hands but Sova breaks the grip.
Destroyer is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Sova's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Destroyer tries to roll but Sova sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Sova is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Destroyer defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T10#
Sova has good solid back control here. #SUB#
Destroyer showing good submission defense here.
Sova keeps control of the position easily here as Destroyer tries to buck him off.
Will Sova go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T11##SUB#
Sova is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Destroyer is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Sova patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sova is trying to stick to Destroyer's back but Destroyer is turning into Sova. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Sova's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Destroyer. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (12) vs (6) Destroyer
Sova wants to sweep but no luck.
Destroyer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sova is keeping the position for now. #T12#
Sova keeping moving, preventing Destroyer from controlling successfully.
Sova managing to control the position.
Destroyer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sova swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Destroyer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Sova working for a triangle but Destroyer defends it easily.
#T13#
Sova wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sova looking for a sweep. Not yet Sova, not yet.
Destroyer stays in close to Sova's body and controls the position.
Destroyer trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Destroyer might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sova haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T14#
Sova looking for a sweep. Not yet Sova, not yet.
Destroyer trying to control but Sova is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Destroyer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Destroyer stopping the sweep attempt from Sova.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (14) vs (6) Destroyer
Destroyer is staying active underneath Sova, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
SSG 218 Helvig vs McCain
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 19 losses; Jaxon Bremner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Bremner instigates a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sova has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Bremner jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sova walks away with a smile on his face. Bremner gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Bremner moves into range and clinches up with Sova.#TD2#
Sova has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bremner regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bremner (0) vs (2) Sova#SUB#
Bremner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sova gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bremner keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova 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.
Bremner is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Bremner is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bremner keeping full guard, as Sova tries to pass. #SUB#
Sova avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bremner has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Bremner working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Bremner looking for a guillotine here but Sova defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bremner is trying to keep Sova in close.
#SUB#
Sova got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bremner has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sova has managed to get both his arms back between Bremner's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Bremner has his foot on Sova's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sova works his way back into a safe position though.
Sova trying to control but Bremner is working from the bottom. #T2#
Sova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sova advances to half guard.
Sova is trying to control. Bremner wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bremner won't allow Sova to pass to mount.
Bremner trying to control from the bottom.
Sova controlling the action here.#SUB#
Bremner looking for submissions off his back.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Bremner is defending well. #T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Bremner manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Bremner has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sova wants to control from the top but Bremner keeps moving.
Sova stopping the sweep attempt from Bremner.#SUB2#
Sova thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bremner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Sova pushes down on Bremner's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Sova is thwarting Bremner's attempts to control the position.
Bremner is looking for a sweep. Sova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bremner is not content to let Sova control the position.
Sova trying to control from Bremner's half guard. Bremner has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
Bremner has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Bremner is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Bremner is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sova looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T5#
Bremner wants to sweep here but Sova controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bremner is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (2) vs (2) Sova
Bremner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sova swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bremner advances to half guard.
Sova is looking to control Bremner's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sova avoid being mounted?
Bremner wants to pass the guard but Sova is defending well.
Bremner moves into full mount! Sova won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (5) vs (2) Sova
Sova gets back to half guard.#T6#
Bremner is pressing down on Sova's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sova is holding on for now.
Sova is in trouble now - Bremner has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (8) vs (2) Sova
Sova reaches up and holds on to Bremner to control the position.
Sova is controlling an arm, preventing Bremner from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Bremner prevents Sova from getting the reversal.
Bremner can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sova is looking to escape.
Sova is controlling an arm, preventing Bremner from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Bremner is working hard here to advance position.
Sova regains half guard.#T7#
Bremner trying to pass the guard but Sova defending well.
Sova tries to roll over but Bremner keeps him under control.#SUB#
Bremner is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sova is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bremner's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bremner's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bremner (8) vs (6) Sova
Sova trying to control.
Bremner is really stuck here.
Sova keeps control of the position easily here as Bremner tries to buck him off.
Sova's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T8#
Sova trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Sova avoiding Bremner 's attempts to control his hands.
Will Sova go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Sova biding his time, looking for the opening.
Bremner prevents Sova from getting a body triangle.
Bremner can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Sova looking for the RNC. #T9#
Sova trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Bremner turns into Sova and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (10) vs (6) Sova
Bremner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sova swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sova is controlling Bremner's posture.
Bremner is pushing down on Sova's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sova is fighting to maintain full guard but Bremner has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bremner is pressing down on Sova's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sova is holding on for now.
Sova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bremner wants to free his trapped foot but Sova is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sova works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Bremner is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sova lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (10) vs (8) Sova#T10#
Sova trying to control but Bremner is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bremner had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sova defends it easily.
Sova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Bremner is looking for a triangle but Sova pushes his legs off easily.
Sova looking to pass the guard.
Bremner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Sova's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T11#
Bremner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Sova passes Bremner's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sova prevents Bremner from improving his position.
Sova is looking to stall here but Bremner recovers full guard.
Bremner tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Bremner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Sova won't allow Bremner to sweep him here.
Sova passes into half guard.
Bremner tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Sova has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (10) vs (11) Sova#SUB2#
Sova working for a guillotine from mount but Bremner is in no mood to give up.
Bremner working to try and regain half guard.
Bremner stops Sova from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Sova can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bremner is looking to escape. #T13#
Sova prevents Bremner from getting the reversal.
Bremner gets back to half guard.
Sova controlling the action here.
It looks like Sova 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.
Sova wants to pass to mount but Bremner is defending the position.
Bremner trying to hold on to Sova's head to control him but Sova postures up.
#SUB#
Bremner actively working from the bottom here.
Bremner won't allow Sova to pass to mount.
Sova controlling the action here.#T14#
Sova is continuing to stall.
Bremner won't allow Sova to pass to mount.
Sova trying to control from half guard but Bremner is working away.
Sova controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bremner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sova wins on points by 11 to 10. |
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Event:
SSG 215 Banner vs Doe
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 50 losses; Rolf Ottke!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Ian Loll and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Sova rushes Ottke and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sova goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ottke prevents it.
Sova is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sova is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sova is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ottke pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Sova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ottke prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sova is looking for a takedown.
Sova is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ottke is defending well.
Ottke is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sova gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Sova tightens his grip and picks Ottke up, before dumping him to the ground. Ottke manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (0) Ottke
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ottke swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ottke keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ottke pulls Sova in close to prevent any damage.
Sova has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Sova trying to control but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ottke swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ottke pulls Sova in close to prevent any damage.
Sova advances to half guard.
Still in half guard, Sova seems content to control.#T2#
Ottke is trying to get back to full guard.
Sova trying to pass the guard but Ottke defending well.
Sova is trying to control. Ottke wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sova tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ottke knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ottke moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Sova wants to control from the top but Ottke keeps moving.
Sova won't allow Ottke to sweep him here.
Sova looking to sit in guard and control but Ottke gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (2) Ottke
Sova can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ottke controls the pace.
Ottke preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Sova working for submissions but it's allowed Ottke to get to half guard.
Sova tries to get to full guard but Ottke has control of the leg. #T4#
Ottke is figuring out what he wants to do next.
It looks like Ottke 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.
Ottke is continuing to stall.
Sova tries to get to full guard but Ottke has control of the leg. #T5#
Ottke tries to pass to full mount but Sova defends it.
Sova is trying to control but can't.
Ottke prevents Sova from improving his position.
Ottke is controlling the pace.
Sova regains full guard. Nicely done. #T6#
Ottke tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard.
Ottke won't allow Sova to sweep him here.
Ottke sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sova's guard.
Sova trying to control but Ottke postures up.
Ottke looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sova trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Sova is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ottke is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Sova tries to roll over but Ottke keeps him under control.
Sova wants to control but Ottke passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (2) vs (5) Ottke
Sova is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T8#
Ottke is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Sova is not content to let Ottke control the position.
You can see the frustration on Sova's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T9#
Ottke taking a breather here.
Sova looking for a sweep but Ottke has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sova (2) vs (7) Ottke
Ottke wants to take Sova's back but he can't do it this time.
Ottke trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ottke moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Sova (2) vs (10) Ottke#T10#
Sova can't escape the position.
Sova is working hard here to advance position.
What can Sova do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Sova breaks Ottke's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (4) vs (10) Ottke#T11#
Ottke is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Ottke is retaining full guard.
Ottke keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Ottke looking for a sweep. Not yet Ottke, not yet.
Ottke trying to control the position.
Ottke keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Ottke is keeping the position.
Sova's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T12#
Sova trying to control but Ottke is working from the bottom.
Sova is fighting to break Ottke's control of his arms but Ottke is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sova looking to pass the guard.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Ottke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova preventing the sweep.
Sova wants to control from the top but Ottke keeps moving.
Ottke pulls Sova in close to his closed guard and prevents Sova from doing any damage or advancing position.#T13#
Ottke not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sova controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ottke is keeping the position for now.
Sova is looking to advance position but Ottke has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sova (4) vs (14) Ottke
Sova is trying desperately to improve position.#T14#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ottke controlling the position easily from mount.
Sova wants to hold on but Ottke pushes him away.
Ottke controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ottke wins on points by 14 to 4.
A victorious Rolf Ottke thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 199 Johnson vs Warrior
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Rikiya Goromaru!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Alexandre Firmino and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Goromaru tries to keep at a distance but Sova has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Goromaru wants the takedown. Sova is fighting it off but Goromaru persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sova's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sova (0) vs (2) Goromaru#SUB2#
Goromaru thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sova keeping full guard, as Goromaru tries to pass. #SUB#
Goromaru got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sova has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Goromaru has managed to get both his arms back between Sova's legs - danger averted.
Sova pulls Goromaru in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Sova is really struggling to control Goromaru but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Sova working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goromaru doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goromaru manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova pulls Goromaru in close to prevent any damage.
Sova keeping full guard, as Goromaru tries to pass.
Goromaru stopping the sweep attempt from Sova.#T2##SUB#
Sova is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goromaru defends well.
Sova tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Sova is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sova keeping full guard, as Goromaru tries to pass.
Sova is trying to keep Goromaru in close.
Sova tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Goromaru tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard.
Sova wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Sova throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Goromaru escapes and throws Sova's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (0) vs (5) Goromaru#SUB2#
Goromaru wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sova, who protects the arm well.
Sova wants to control but Goromaru postures up.#T4#
Sova is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Goromaru wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sova, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Goromaru tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Goromaru has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Goromaru trying to control the action but Sova is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Goromaru tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Goromaru has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T5#
Sova wants to control but Goromaru postures up.
Sova is trying to improve his position.
Sova manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Goromaru is thwarting Sova's attempts to control the position.
Sova tries to roll over but Goromaru keeps him under control.
Goromaru trying to mount his opponent but Sova defends it. #T6#
Goromaru prevents Sova from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sova manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Goromaru postures up.
Sova looking for a sweep. Not yet Sova, not yet.
Sova pulls Goromaru in close to prevent any damage.
Sova bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Goromaru's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (5) Goromaru#T7##SUB2#
Sova is sitting in close to Goromaru's body. Goromaru has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Sova is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Sova is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Goromaru.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rikiya Goromaru!
A relieved looking Rikiya Goromaru 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:
SSG 194 Macker vs Zulu
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 21 losses; Trevor Barnes!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Chad Campbell and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Barnes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Barnes is pressed up against the cage. Sova has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Barnes down to the mat. Barnes avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Sova has closed the distance and engaged Barnes in a clinch.
Barnes drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sova pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Sova closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Sova gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (0) Barnes
Barnes is trying to maintain the position but Sova is very close to passing his half guard.
Barnes is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Sova controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes is looking to control Sova's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Barnes avoid being mounted?
Sova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Barnes manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Sova drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sova jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sova postures up.
Barnes wants to sweep here but Sova controlling him for the moment.
Sova works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sova trying to control the pace.
Barnes is controlling Sova's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Barnes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sova seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2##SUB#
Sova is looking for a kimura here.
Sova looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sova wants to control but Barnes is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Sova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sova trying to mount his opponent but Barnes defends it.
Sova controlling the pace. #T3#
Barnes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barnes.
Barnes is trying to keep Sova in close.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard.
Barnes controls Sova momentarily but Sova frees himself.
Sova works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sova is thwarting Barnes's attempts to control the position.
Barnes gets back to full guard.
Barnes trying to control the position.
#T4#
Sova looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sova pushes down on Barnes's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Barnes trying to control but Sova postures up.
Sova is keen to just control but Barnes is a slippery customer.
Sova controlling the action here. #T5#
Barnes is pressing down on Sova's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Barnes looking to control.
Barnes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Sova wants to control from the top but Barnes keeps moving.
Sova is really struggling to control Barnes but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Barnes managing to control the position.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard. #T6#
Sova stopping the sweep attempt from Barnes.
Barnes trying to control the position.
Barnes is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard.
Sova looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Barnes has his hands on Sova's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard.
Sova seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Sova is pushing down on Barnes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Barnes is fighting to maintain full guard but Sova has managed to sneak the leg through.
Barnes tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
Sova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Barnes tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
Sova trying to pass the guard but Barnes defending well. #T8#
Sova content to control rather than advance.
Sova's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Sova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnes keeps working.
Barnes tries to roll over but Sova keeps him under control.
We've been informed that Barnes has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Barnes wants to control but Sova is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T9#
Sova not doing much here.
Barnes manages to get to full guard.
Barnes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnes is retaining full guard.
Sova looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Barnes manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sova manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (2) Barnes#T10#
Sova keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass.
Barnes being controlled here momentarily.
Barnes tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard.
Sova controlling the position.
Barnes stopping the sweep attempt from Sova.#T11#
Sova controlling Barnes's posture.
Sova manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Barnes manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (4) vs (2) Barnes
Sova is pushing down on Barnes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Barnes is fighting to maintain full guard but Sova has managed to sneak the leg through.
Barnes holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Sova prevents Barnes from improving his position.#T12#
Sova perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Sova prevents Barnes from improving his position.
Sova seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sova trying to control from half guard but Barnes is working away. #T13#
Sova wants to free his trapped foot but Barnes is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sova is working hard here to advance position.
Barnes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sova is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Barnes trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (7) vs (2) Barnes#T14#
Sova controlling the position easily from mount.
Barnes is trying to escape the mount.
Sova controlling from mount. #SUB#
Sova is working for a guillotine from mount but Barnes frees his head quite easily.
Barnes stops Sova from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barnes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sova takes the fight on points by 7 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 178 Berendas vs White
Date: Jul 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 24 losses; Thammy Jagonoy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Sova clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Jagonoy is fighting off a takedown attempt but Sova is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Jagonoy to the mat. Jagonoy regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jagonoy (0) vs (2) Sova#SUB2#
Sova is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jagonoy is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (2) Sova
Sova seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Sova working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jagonoy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jagonoy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jagonoy stopping the sweep attempt from Sova.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jagonoy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (5) vs (2) Sova
Sova tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jagonoy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sova 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.#T1#
Sova struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Jagonoy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sova is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Jagonoy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sova knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sova struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Jagonoy is trying to get an arm triangle but Sova is defending well.
Sova gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2##SUB#
Sova is defending against the submission attempts here by Jagonoy.
Sova gets full guard.
Jagonoy wants to control from the top but Sova keeps moving.
Sova bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jagonoy's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (5) vs (4) Sova
Sova preventing the sweep.
Jagonoy keeping full guard, as Sova tries to pass.
Jagonoy being controlled here, momentarily.
Sova wants to control from the top but Jagonoy keeps moving. #T3#
Sova wants to pass the guard but Jagonoy is keeping the position.
Sova is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jagonoy wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Jagonoy is keeping the position.
Jagonoy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Sova content to stall in guard here.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Jagonoy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Jagonoy is keeping the position.
Sova trying to control but Jagonoy is working from the bottom.
Sova trying to move into half guard but instead Jagonoy has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (7) vs (4) Sova
Sova looking for a sweep. Not yet Sova, not yet.
Sova keeping moving, preventing Jagonoy from controlling successfully. #T5#
Jagonoy looking to sit in guard and control but Sova gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (7) vs (6) Sova
Jagonoy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jagonoy seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Jagonoy keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova passes Jagonoy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jagonoy trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova is taking a breather. Jagonoy 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.
Sova wants to free his trapped foot but Jagonoy is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Jagonoy is refusing to be controlled, as Sova sits in half guard.
Sova wants to pass to mount but Jagonoy is defending the position. #SUB2#
Sova is working for a kimura but Jagonoy is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Sova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sova passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Jagonoy! Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (7) vs (9) Sova#T7#
Sova trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jagonoy is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sova fails to move to back control.
Sova content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Sova goes for an armbar but Jagonoy turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Jagonoy. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (9) vs (9) Sova
Jagonoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Jagonoy preventing the sweep.
Jagonoy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jagonoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sova is keeping the position for now.
Sova lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (9) vs (11) Sova
Sova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jagonoy is keeping the position for now.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Jagonoy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T9#
Sova wants to control from the top but Jagonoy keeps moving.
Sova tries to free his leg and advance position but Jagonoy is retaining full guard.
Sova wants to control from the top but Jagonoy keeps moving. #T10##SUB#
Jagonoy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sova postures up.
Sova wants to control from the top but Jagonoy keeps moving.
Sova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jagonoy is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Jagonoy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sova preventing the sweep. #T11##SUB2#
Sova drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jagonoy looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jagonoy looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jagonoy! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jagonoy (13) vs (11) Sova
Sova is trying to control Jagonoy's posture but Jagonoy avoids it. #SUB#
Jagonoy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Jagonoy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sova manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jagonoy's best efforts.#T12#
Sova wants to control but Jagonoy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Sova is defending against the submission attempts here by Jagonoy.
#SUB#
Jagonoy 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.
Jagonoy is looking to take a break and control but Sova is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Sova trying to control here.
#SUB#
Jagonoy is working for a kimura here but Sova manages to reverse the position and he's now in Jagonoy's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (13) vs (13) Sova
Jagonoy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Jagonoy is working hard here to advance position.
Jagonoy keeping full guard, as Sova tries to pass. #T14#
Sova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Jagonoy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sova advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (13) vs (16) Sova
Jagonoy tries to buck Sova off but Sova is having none of it.#SUB2#
Sova is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jagonoy has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova taking a breather here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sova wins on points by 16 to 13.
In defeat, Thammy Jagonoy stepped up to the mic, saying 'Once Again I ded Tried my Best but I Guess it's not good enough or might be it's just his body's too slippery'. |
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Event:
SSG 171 Hlervu vs Standish
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 16 losses; Sergei Ulatov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Steve Smith and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Sova stuffs the takedown attempt from Ulatov. Ulatov gets slowly back to his feet.
Ulatov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Sova clinches up with Ulatov and pushes him back against the cage.
Ulatov tries to pull guard but Sova forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Ulatov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Sova is trying to keep an underhook but Ulatov manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ulatov (2) vs (0) Sova
Ulatov works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ulatov (5) vs (0) Sova
Sova keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Ulatov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Sova 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ulatov prevents Sova from getting the reversal.
Sova reaches up to try and control the position but Ulatov seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Sova rolls and tries to escape and now Ulatov has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ulatov (8) vs (0) Sova
Sova manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ulatov's guard. Nice work there by Sova.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (8) vs (2) Sova#T1#
Ulatov can't keep his opponent in guard - Sova advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Sova is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ulatov sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Sova is trying to work for a kimura but Ulatov is defending well.
Sova wants to free his trapped foot but Ulatov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Ulatov actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Ulatov won't allow Sova to pass to mount.
Ulatov is looking to improve his position.
Sova is thwarting Ulatov's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Sova seems to be working for a kimura but Ulatov defends the submission attempt.
Sova passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ulatov (8) vs (5) Sova
Ulatov tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Sova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Sova trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ulatov regains half guard.
Sova wants to control but Ulatov is keeping him busy.
Sova is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T4#
Ulatov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sova's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sova's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ulatov (12) vs (5) Sova
Ulatov controlling well, preventing Sova from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Ulatov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Sova defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Ulatov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Sova is defending well though. Ulatov let's go of the attempt for now.
Sova looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ulatov.
You can see the frustration on Sova's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ulatov doesn't have the hooks in and Sova manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (12) vs (7) Sova
Sova content to stall in guard here.
Ulatov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T5##SUB#
Sova avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Ulatov is keeping the position.
Sova is still trying to improve position.
Sova content to stall in guard here.
Ulatov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there. #T6#
Sova trying to control but Ulatov is working from the bottom.
Sova stands and throws Ulatov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ulatov (12) vs (10) Sova
Ulatov wants to control but Sova postures up.
Ulatov is looking to regain half guard here but Sova keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Sova is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ulatov has escaped the position, nice work there. #T7#
Sova trying to control the position but Ulatov is working away.
Ulatov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (14) vs (10) Sova
Sova is concentrating on defense, preventing Ulatov from advancing position.
Ulatov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sova! Score +3 for passing guard: Ulatov (17) vs (10) Sova
Ulatov tries to control but Sova wriggling away. #T8##SUB#
Ulatov looking to secure an arm triangle but Sova defends it well.
Ulatov with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Ulatov avoids the attempt from Sova to control.
Sova is trying to escape the mount.
Sova is squirming around, avoiding Ulatov's attempts to control the action. #T9##SUB#
Ulatov looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Ulatov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Sova is surviving well by controlling Ulatov's body position as best he can.
Sova can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Ulatov swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Sova is now in Ulatov's guard. A big mistake from Ulatov there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (17) vs (12) Sova#SUB#
Ulatov is looking for a triangle but Sova pushes his legs off easily.
#T10#
Ulatov controls Sova momentarily but Sova frees himself.
Sova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ulatov is keeping the position for now.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Ulatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova preventing the sweep.
Sova looking to sit in guard and control but Ulatov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (19) vs (12) Sova
Sova seems keen to control Ulatov's posture.#T11#
Sova keeping moving, preventing Ulatov from controlling successfully.
Sova not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ulatov trying to control but Sova is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ulatov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sova has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ulatov has managed to get both his arms back between Sova's legs - danger averted.
Sova looking to control.
Ulatov wants to control from the top but Sova keeps moving. #T12#
Ulatov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ulatov wants to control from the top but Sova keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sova is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (19) vs (14) Sova
Sova is stalling in the full guard.
Ulatov controls Sova momentarily but Sova frees himself.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Ulatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13##SUB2#
Sova has gone for a leg lock! Ulatov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sova's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (21) vs (14) Sova
Ulatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sova is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sova manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ulatov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ulatov (21) vs (16) Sova
Ulatov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Ulatov can't keep his opponent in guard - Sova advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T14##SUB2#
Sova seems to be working for a kimura but Ulatov defends the submission attempt.
Ulatov is looking for a sweep. Sova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ulatov trying to get back to full guard but Sova takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ulatov (21) vs (19) Sova
Sova controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ulatov takes the fight on points by 21 to 19.
Sergei Ulatov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 158 Cheese vs Snowstrinski
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Pavel Sova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Luis Engracia and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Gro Ulfimph gets tackled into the cage by Sova. Sova maintains the clinch.
Sova is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gro Ulfimph is defending well.#TD#
Sova pulls guard successfully.
Sova looking for a sweep. Not yet Sova, not yet.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control but Sova is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sova is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sova (2) vs (0) Gro Ulfimph
Gro Ulfimph tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gro Ulfimph looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph is looking for a triangle but Sova pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gro Ulfimph swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sova wants to control from the top but Gro Ulfimph keeps moving. #T1#
Gro Ulfimph 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.
Sova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sova passes Gro Ulfimph's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sova is looking to advance position but Gro Ulfimph won't allow it.
Gro Ulfimph is trying to maintain the position but Sova is very close to passing his half guard.
Sova will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gro Ulfimph wants to improve his position but Sova is controlling well.
Sova passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sova (5) vs (0) Gro Ulfimph#SUB#
Sova is trying to get an arm triangle but Gro Ulfimph is defending well. #T2#
Sova trying to control the action but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom.
Sova slows the pace down.
Gro Ulfimph tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sova wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sova wants to control for a moment but Gro Ulfimph uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Sova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gro Ulfimph keeps working.
Sova is pressing down on Gro Ulfimph's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gro Ulfimph is holding on for now.
Gro Ulfimph gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Gro Ulfimph keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Sova frees his head nicely. Oh but Gro Ulfimph has switched to an armbar! Sova is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
Murzol Gro Ulfimph 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 XXXIV
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Sova moves in looking to clinch but Aldarisio pushes him off.
Sova looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sova misses with a takedown attempt - Aldarisio sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Aldarisio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Aldarisio walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sova slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A jab lands there for Sova.
A head kick misses from Sova.
Sova looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sova tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Aldarisio scores with a punch to the head.
Sova throws a looping overhand right but Aldarisio ducks down to avoid it.
Sova uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Aldarisio has time to react.
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!
Sova throws the left hand but Aldarisio avoids the punch easily.
Sova throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Sova has Aldarisio up against the cage in a clinch.
Aldarisio throws a punch but it's blocked by Sova. #T1#
Sova blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aldarisio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sova.
Aldarisio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sova backwards.
Aldarisio misses with a punch to the body.
Sova misses with some punches.
Sova lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sova misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aldarisio lands a body punch.
Sova prevents a body shot from Aldarisio.
Aldarisio throws a head punch that misses.
Aldarisio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sova misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aldarisio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sova backwards.
Aldarisio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova blocking some punches.
Aldarisio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sova blocking some punches.
Aldarisio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aldarisio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Sova throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sova blocks an uppercut.
Sova working aggressively here.
Sova takes a shot to the head.
Aldarisio blocks an uppercut.
Sova presses Aldarisio against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Aldarisio working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Aldarisio tries to throw a body punch but Sova avoids it by throwing Aldarisio back against the cage.
Aldarisio lands with a light punch inside.
Sova throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aldarisios head.
Aldarisio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aldarisio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sova tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sova blocks a body shot from Aldarisio.
Aldarisio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sova misses with a punch on the inside.
Aldarisio misses with the head strike.
Aldarisio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sova working aggressively here.
#T3#
Sova lands with a light punch inside.
Aldarisio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Aldarisio works on Sova's body with a couple of short punches.
Aldarisio working aggressively here.
Aldarisio tries a body shot but Sova blocks it.
A short uppercut from Aldarisio.
Still in the clinch, Sova scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sova blocking some punches.
Aldarisio misses with some punches.
Aldarisio tries to work over Sova's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sova prevents a body shot from Aldarisio.
Aldarisio lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Aldarisio can't find room to land a body shot as Sova controls the action.
Sova misses with some punches.
Aldarisio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Aldarisio misses with a body punch.
Aldarisio blocking some punches.
Aldarisio lands a shoulder strike.
Sova swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
Sova misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aldarisio is working Sova over against the cage.
Aldarisio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aldarisio lands with a light punch inside.
Aldarisio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Aldarisio.
Aldarisio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sova backwards.
Aldarisio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Sova as the two fighters clinch.
Aldarisio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aldarisio scores with a hook to the body.
Aldarisio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sova throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aldarisios head.
A shot in the inside from Sova.
Sova swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Aldarisio fails to land.
Sova lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Aldarisio swings wildly with an uppercut but Sova uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sova working aggressively here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Josh Aldarisio will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##KD2#
Aldarisio lands a big uppercut and Sova crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Sova looks OK. Aldarisio waves Sova back to his feet!#ROC2#Sova is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Josh Aldarisio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sova just misses with a punch to the body.
Oh Sova is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sova gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Aldarisio gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Josh Aldarisio! |
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Event:
Bellicose XX
Date: Jan 21, 2023 |
#R1#
A cross from Fochi lands.
Sova fails to land with a series of punches.
Sova looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sova walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fochi takes a swing at Sova's ribcage but misses.
Sova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fochi moves away.
Fochi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sova throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've been informed that Fochi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Sova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Sova throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Jab by Sova.
Sova scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fochi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fochi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#KD2#
Fochi drops Sova with a beautiful combination! Sova stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Fochi is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Sova is rocked!
A punch combination from Sova misses.
Oh Sova is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sova looks to land a combination but Fochi avoids it well.
Fochi misses with an uppercut.
Sova getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sova seems to have got his legs back now.
Fochi jabs at Sova's body.
Sova pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Sova on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fochi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sova's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fochi under the eye.
Sova misses with an uppercut. Fochi saw that one coming.#KD2#
Fochi sends Sova crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Fochi is motioning to the referee to let Sova up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Sova does no damage.
Sova swings for the body but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sova.
Fochi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sova cracks Fochi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sova fails to land with a series of punches.
Fochi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sova uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fochi.
Sova fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#KD2#
Fochi sends Sova crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Fochi is motioning to the referee to let Sova up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Sova slips a straight right by Fochi.
Fochi throws a jab when Sova was well out of range.
Sova dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sova uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fochi.
Sova throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Sova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi misses the jab.
Fochi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sova slips a jab and a cross from Fochi.
Sova swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fochi with the counter takedown but Sova avoids it easily.
Fochi misses with a wild body shot.
Sova swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fochi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fochi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi throws a jab when Sova was well out of range.
A big right from Sova misses.
Sova fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fochi on the side of the head.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice cross by Fochi.
Fochi avoids the head kick by Sova.
Nice cross by Fochi.
Nice cross by Fochi.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Fochi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sova doesn't seem phased though.
Pavel Sova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sova throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sova is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sova misses with a kick to the body
and Fochi counters with a crisp right that sends Sova to the canvas! Fochi follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Fochi! |
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Event:
BelIicose IX
Date: Dec 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Hansen blocks a jab.
Sova throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Hansen counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Sova pushes Hansen off and gets back to his feet.
Sova misses with a straight left.
We've been hearing reports that Hansen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sova pushes Hansen away with a front kick.
Hansen throws a hook but Sova blocks it.
Hansen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sova swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hansen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sova uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hansen.
Hansen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sova sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Hansen misses.
Sova doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hansen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sova was well out of range. Poor timing from Hansen.
It seemed like Sova was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hansen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Hansen gets a double leg takedown into Sova's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hansen throws a big elbow that misses.
Sova is looking to stand up but Hansen isn't so interested in that idea.
Hansen won't allow Sova to sweep him here. #T1#
Sova working a defensive guard here.
Sova utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sova has momentary wrist control but Hansen slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hansen trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hansen preventing the sweep.
Sova working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hansen.
Hansen 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.
Hansen postures up and lands a big shot to Sova's brow.
Hansen trying to control but Sova is working from the bottom.
Hansen preventing the sweep.
Hansen postures up in Sova's guard and throws a big left but Sova blocks it.
Hansen looking to sit in guard and control but Sova gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T2#
Hansen keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hansen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hansen looking for a sweep. Not yet Hansen, not yet.
Hansen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sova's guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hansen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hansen throwing strikes but missing. #ES2#
Sova is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Hansen presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hansen pushes Sova back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hansen is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hansen swings wildly with an uppercut but Sova uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hansen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova tries a body shot but Hansen blocks it.
Sova tries to work over Hansen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hansen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova blocks a body shot from Hansen.
Hansen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sova is leaning against Hansen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sova misses with a body punch.
Sova lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hansen.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova tries a body shot but Hansen blocks it.
Hansen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Hansen.
Sova is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sova creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Sova.
Hansen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sova blocking some punches.
Hansen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hansen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hansen has a couple of punches blocked by Sova.
Hansen has a couple of punches blocked by Sova.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hansen trying to control the position but instead, Sova has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hansen into the cage.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sova goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sova can't find room to land a body shot as Hansen controls the action.
Hansen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova misses with a punch to the body.
Sova blocks a body shot from Hansen.
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 Marcus Hansen will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sova lands with a right hand.
Sova takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hansen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sova throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A lazy body kick from Sova
and Hansen counters with a straight right hand.
Hansen throws a lazy right hand but Sova sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hansen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sova avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sova tries a quick counter leg kick but Hansen is wise to it.
Marcus Hansen is winning the standup battle so far.
Sova jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hansen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sova moves away.
Hansen misses with a straight left.
Sova swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hansen throws an off balance right hand
and Sova cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hansen tests Sova'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!
Sova misses with a body shot
and Hansen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hansen thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Sova takes a swing at Hansen's ribcage but misses.
Hansen throws a body punch but Sova moves out of range.
Sova throws a leg kick but Hansen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hansen moves out of range of the strikes.
Hansen attempts a counter takedown but Sova avoids it well and moves away.
Sova misses with a combination
and Hansen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sova thinking.
Hansen connects with a body shot that sends Sova's belly button to the back.
Sova cracks Hansen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sova throws a wild body kick that Hansen sees coming a mile off.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sova.
Hansen misses with a hook. Sova ducked under it nicely.
Hansen throws a looping overhand right but Sova ducks down to avoid it.
Hansen avoids a kick to the body.
Sova throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Sova throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2##TD#
Hansen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Marcus Hansen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
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!
Hansen lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Hansen misses with the ground and pound.
Hansen lands a decent elbow from side control.
Sova is not content to let Hansen control the position.
Sova tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hansen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sova is still trying to improve position.
Hansen creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Sova is working to avoid the ground and pound but Hansen connects with a decent elbow.
Hansen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sova can do to turn this around?
Sova takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Sova sneaks back into half guard.
Sova wants to get back to his feet.
#T3#
Sova is looking to improve his position.
Sova is staying active underneath Hansen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hansen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Hansen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #ROC#Sova is rocked!
Sova is positioning himself well to prevent Hansen advancing to mount.
Hansen working the head and body with strikes.
Sova is still in real trouble! Can Hansen finish him?
Sova trying to hold on to Hansen's head to control him but Hansen postures up.
Sova seems to have recovered his senses.
Hansen prevents Sova from improving his position.
Sova is trying to stand.
#T4#
Sova trying to control from the bottom.
Sova is trying to stand back up but Hansen is controlling him
Hansen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Hansen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hansen throwing shots but Sova is blocking nicely.
Sova wants to get back to full guard.
Hansen working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Hansen slips a nice elbow through Sova's hands, connecting with Sova's forehead.
Hansen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sova's head.
Hansen working Sova over with strikes.
Hansen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sova trying to hold on to Hansen's head to control him but Hansen postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Hansen dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Hansen slips under a jab.
Hansen cracks a nice hook into Sova's ribs.
Sova comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hansen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sova.
Sova ducks under a wild hook from Hansen.
Sova works over Hansen's head and body with a nice combination.
Hansen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sova.
Hansen drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sova sprawls and moves away.
Hansen shoots in for a double leg but Sova sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sova fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hansen throwing a counter right hand but Sova manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova lands a nice looking body kick.
Hansen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sova.
Sova explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hansen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sova.
Hansen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hansen loads up on a big right hand but Sova slips the punch.
Sova appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Sova works Hansen's body with a nice hook.
Hansen misses the shot to the body.
Hansen takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sova throws a right hand that Hansen ducks under and follows up with a left that Hansen also avoids with ease.
Sova is looking to land body kicks.
Hansen scores with a punch to the head.
Sova looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hansen slips a straight right by Sova.
Sova steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hansen.
Hansen cracks Sova with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sova thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Hansen looking to score a takedown here. Sova is defending well but Hansen drives through and ends up in Sova's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hansen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Hansen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sova works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hansen is in close to Sova's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hansen prevents Sova from getting back to his feet.
Sova not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hansen is working Sova over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hansen working some strikes from top position.
Sova has momentary wrist control but Hansen slips an elbow through the middle.
Hansen connects with a couple of short punches.
Sova wants to stand up but Hansen is controlling him.
Hansen lands a couple of elbows.
Hansen is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sova trying to keep a closed guard but Hansen is proving a slippery customer.
Sova managing to control the position. #T3#
Hansen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hansen preventing the sweep.
Hansen stays in close to Sova's body and controls the position.
Hansen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sova is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hansen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hansen is working Sova over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hansen trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marcus Hansen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sova tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Hansen is looking to work some ground and pound but Sova has wrist control.
Hansen wants to control from the top but Sova keeps moving.
Sova is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hansen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hansen trying to control the position from guard on top but Sova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pavel Sova has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hansen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Sova utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hansen trying to control but Sova is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sova is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hansen defends well.
Hansen stays in close to Sova's body and controls the position.
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 Marcus Hansen.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hansen, 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcus Hansen!
During a confident post fight interview, Marcus Hansen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bellicose 141
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Sova lands a jab.
Bear shoots in looking for a takedown. Sova tries to sprawl out of it but Bear keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sova manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sova darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#It looks like Russian Bear has been cut.
Bear throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sova's waist but Sova gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bear off to one side. #CL2#
Sova takes the fight into the clinch.
Bear drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sova pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russian Bear. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Bear closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova has Bear pressed against the cage, preventing Bear from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Sova unloads a knee to the mid-section. Bear lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Bear jumps guard but Sova stands there with Bear around his waist. Bear gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sova lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Sova doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bear is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sova is defending well.
Bear can't get the takedown.
Bear stalling in the clinch but Sova improves position.
Sova lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bear.
Sova lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bear.
Sova pushes Bear back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sova scores with a knee to the head.
Sova can't find room to land a body shot as Bear controls the action.
A short right from Sova.
Sova tries to throw a body punch but Bear avoids it by throwing Sova back against the cage.
Sova softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sova lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sova pushes Bear back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#Bear is rocked!
Sova lands with a light punch inside.
Oh Bear is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bear jumps guard but Sova stands there with Bear around his waist. Bear gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sova digs a right hand underneath Bear's ribcage. Bear let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right handed body shot lands from Sova.
A body shot lands from Sova.
Bear tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sova's elbow.
Sova throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bears head.
Bear looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Sova digs a right hand into Bear's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bear's gas tank.
Bear is breathing heavily.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sova.
Sova lands a shot to the body.
Sova lands a right hand.
Sova lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bear.
A right handed body shot lands from Sova.
Sova lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bear.
Sova creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Bear with a big uppercut! Bear tries to clinch up but Sova pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Bear to the mat! Bear covers up and Sova unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Pavel Sova! |
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Event:
Bellicose 131
Date: Aug 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Sova fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Segreti manages to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Segreti.
Sova works the jab nicely.
Sova just misses with a punch to the body.
Segreti is looking for the big counter here.
Sova shoots in but Segreti avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Segreti throws a right and a left that Sova avoids nicely.
Segreti looks to land a combination but Sova avoids it well.
Segreti avoids the body shot from Sova.
#CL2#
Sova tries to keep at a distance but Segreti has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sova throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sova.
With the fighters up against the cage, Segreti throws an elbow but misses. #T1#
A frustrated look appears on Segreti's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Segreti manages to break the clinch.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sova.#CL2#
Segreti moves into the clinch.
A hook to the body from Sova.
Segreti is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sova is defending well for now.
A right hand to the body from Sova.
We've been hearing reports that Sova has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T2#
Sova misses with a short punch on the inside.
Segreti wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sova goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Segreti blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova misses with a punch to the body.
Sova tries to work over Segreti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sova tries a body shot but Segreti blocks it.
Sova struggles to land a body shot inside as Segreti controls his hands.
Sova tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Segreti's elbow.
Sova scores with a shot to the side of Segreti's head. #T3#
Sova tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Segreti avoids it.
Sova trying to land knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Sova.
A short body shot lands from Sova as the two fighters clinch.
Segreti blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova working aggressively here.
Sova lands a right hand.
Sova trying to land knees to the body.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova misses with a punch to the body.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4#
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sova lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Segreti.
Sova struggles to land a body shot inside as Segreti controls his hands.
Sova misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Segreti.
Segreti blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova lands a body shot.
Sova lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Segreti or not.
A body shot lands from Sova.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sova digs a right hand into Segreti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Segreti's gas tank.
Still in the clinch, Sova scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sova misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Sova dominated that round.
That's time! Sova's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Sova shoots in but Segreti avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Sova tries to keep at a distance but Segreti has taken the fight into the clinch.
Segreti blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Segreti blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Segreti's elbow.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A frustrated look appears on Segreti's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
Segreti has had enough of the clinch but Sova keeps him there for the moment.
Segreti wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Sova throws a head punch that misses.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Segreti is trying to push Sova away but Sova has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sova has Segreti pressed against the cage, preventing Segreti from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sova scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Sova on the inside.
Sova tries a body shot but Segreti blocks it.
A short right from Sova on the inside.
Sova misses with a body punch.
#T2#
Sova blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova missing with knees to the body.
Sova lands with a light punch inside.
Sova tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Segreti's elbow.
Sova misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Segreti.
Segreti is looking to break free of the clinch but Sova has double underhooks.
Sova lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sova cracks Segreti with a nice body shot.
Sova tries to throw a body punch but Segreti avoids it by throwing Sova back against the cage.
Sova is leaning against Segreti and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3#
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova dodges an elbow strike from Segreti.
Sova goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sova lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#It looks like Sanjay Segreti has been cut.
Segreti wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sova has him pressed against the cage.
Sova tries to throw a body punch but Segreti avoids it by throwing Sova back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sova.
Sova throws a knee to the head but misses.
Segreti is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pavel Sova has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Segreti is defending well for now.
Segreti prevents a body shot from Sova. #T4#
Segreti wants to get back to striking at distance but Sova won't allow it.
Sova throws a punch but it's blocked by Segreti.
Segreti wants to get back to striking at distance but Sova won't allow it.
Sova managing to block the knees to the body from Segreti.
Sova is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Segreti can do to turn this around?
Segreti has had enough of the clinch but Sova keeps him there for the moment.
A body shot lands from Sova.
Sova tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Segreti's elbow.
Sova misses with a body punch.
Sova lands a body punch in the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova tries a body shot but Segreti blocks it.
Segreti is trying to force a seperation but Sova has the dominant position.
Sova misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Sova dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sanjay Segreti's cut.
That's time! Sova's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3##CL#
Sova clinches.
Sova tries a body shot but Segreti blocks it.
Good body shot from Sova.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova lands a good knee to the midsection. Segreti won't want to take too many of those.
Segreti blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Segreti.
Sova misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Segreti backwards.
Sova is working Segreti over against the cage.
Sova lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Segreti has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Segreti avoiding damage as Sova throws knees to the body.
Sova doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Segreti's efforts to push away.
Sova throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Segretis head.
Sova misses with a body punch.
Segreti prevents a body shot from Sova.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Segreti is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sova tries to land knees in the clinch but Segreti avoids the damage to the body.
Sova tries to throw a body punch but Segreti avoids it by throwing Sova back against the cage. #T2#
Sova lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sova keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Segreti's efforts to push away.
Segreti has had enough of the clinch but Sova keeps him there for the moment.
Sova tries to throw a body punch but Segreti avoids it by throwing Sova back against the cage.
Sova tries to work over Segreti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Segreti tries to circle away but Sova has him pinned against the cage.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Segreti blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sova misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3#
Segreti wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sova misses with a punch to the body.
Sova tries to work over Segreti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sova tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Segreti's elbow.
Sova lands with a short shot to the head.
Sova misses with a body punch.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova lands a nice uppercut.
A body shot lands from Sova.
A short uppercut from Sova.
Sova goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pavel Sova is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Segreti prevents a body shot from Sova.
Sova tries to work over Segreti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short body shot lands from Sova as the two fighters clinch.
Sova tries to throw a body punch but Segreti avoids it by throwing Sova back against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Sova.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Segreti throws an elbow but it misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavel Sova showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sova, 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:26
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pavel Sova! |
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Event:
Bellicose 126
Date: Jul 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Sova throws the kick towards the body but Redman avoids it.
Redman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Forged In Fire in the buildup to the fight.
Sova misses with a hook
and Redman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sova shoots for a double leg takedown but Redman sprawls well. He's pushed Sova's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Redman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Redman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Redman misses the shot to the body.
Redman misses with a wild combination.
Redman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Redman takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Sova throws a shot from downtown. Redman moves away and avoids it.
Redman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Redman throws a nice looking combination but Sova bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Redman getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sova throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Redman's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sova moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Sova fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sova gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Redman.
Sova lands with a slapping head kick.
Sova misses with a looping left.#T1##TD2#
Sova shoots in and gets a takedown into Redman's guard.
Sova looking to sit in guard and control but Redman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Sova keeping full guard, as Redman tries to pass.
Sova wants to sweep but no luck.
Sova controlling Redman's posture.
Redman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sova works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Redman postures up.
#SUB2#
Sova working for submissions but it's allowed Redman to get to half guard.
Sova wants to control but Redman is keeping busy.
#T2#
Ground and pound from Redman.
Redman lands strikes from half guard.
Sova gets back to full guard.
Redman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sova controls Redman momentarily but Redman frees himself. #SUB2#
Redman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Redman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Redman tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Redman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Sova manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Redman manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T3#
Redman keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Redman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sova is one step ahead there.
Sova wants to control from the top but Redman keeps moving.
Redman looking to control.
Sova advances to half guard.
Redman is not content to let Sova control the position.
Sova missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sova wants to take a breather but Redman is having none of it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Redman is looking for a sweep. Sova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sova is trying to control. Redman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sova tries to pass the half guard into mount. Redman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sova in particular looking to stall.
Redman wants to control but Sova is keeping busy.
Sova trying to control the action but Redman is working from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Redman keeping hold of Sova's head, controlling as best he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Redman clobbers Sova with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Pavel Sova will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sova.
Pavel Sova seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sova fails with a takedown attempt.
Sova bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sova moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sova paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Redman's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sova under the eye.
Redman takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Redman misses with a few strikes there.
Sova connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Redman momentarily.
Sova bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sova cracks Redman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sova thows a body kick. Redman tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Redman lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sova throws a looping overhand right but Redman ducks down to avoid it.
Redman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Sova. Beautiful body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Redman misses the target.
Redman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sova circles away quickly and effectively.
Sova fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Redman manages to avoid it.
Redman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Redman slaps away a takedown attempt from Sova, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Redman connects with a body shot that sends Sova's belly button to the back.
Sova moves to clinch but Redman breaks away
and Sova takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sova cracks Redman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sova or perhaps it was just good defense by Redman, which made it look bad.
Stu Redman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Sova.
Redman lands with a straight right. Sova didn't see that one coming.#T2#
Redman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sova stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Redman misses with a wild body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sova ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Redman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sova throws a head kick that half lands.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sova.
Sova throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sova takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#ROC#Sova is rocked!
Redman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sova was well out of range. Poor timing from Redman.
Sova slips a jab and a cross from Redman.
Sova bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Redman.
Sova dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Redman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Redman takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sova misses with a body kick.
Sova pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Redman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sova.
Redman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sova looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sova moves in looking to clinch but Redman pushes him off.
Redman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Redman goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Redman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sova counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sova tries to close the distance and clinch up but Redman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Redman circles away.
Stu Redman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Redman misses the target.
Redman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sova uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Redman.
Redman scores with a nice head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Redman moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sova is still on wobbly legs! Can Redman finish him?#T4#
Redman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Redman will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#TD2#
Sova closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Redman did well to prevent Sova getting side control.
Redman tries to get to full guard but Sova has control of the leg.
Sova trying to control the action but Redman is working from the bottom.
Sova stops Redman from getting back to his feet.
Stu Redman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sova missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Redman is staying active underneath Sova, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sova seems to have recovered his senses.
Sova trying to mount his opponent but Redman defends it.
Sova is trying to control. Redman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Sova wants to work for an arm triangle but Redman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Redman is trying to stand up here but Sova is controlling him well.
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 Stu Redman 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Redman walks into a straight right hand from Sova.
Redman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sova on the side of the head.
Sova delivers a nice body kick.
Sova has a takedown stuffed.
A little feinted left hand from Redman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sova moves away from the strike by Redman.
Sova takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sova shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Redman as he avoids it easily.
Redman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sova shoots in for a takedown but Redman shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Stu Redman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Sova.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sova.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Redman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sova in his tracks.
Pavel Sova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sova with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Redman to score with a decent uppercut.
Redman moves out of range of the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Redman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sova stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Sova finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Redman's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Sova falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stu Redman! |
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Event:
Bellicose 112
Date: Jun 18, 2022 |
Pavel Sova really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 160.1, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Sean Dash was cancelled. |
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Event:
Bellicose 97
Date: May 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Sova lands a right hook to the body.
#TD#
Quessy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Quessy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sova keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Quessy scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Quessy throwing shots but Sova is blocking nicely.
Sova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Quessy working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Quessy trying to mount his opponent but Sova defends it.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Sova is controlling Quessy's trapped leg to prevent Quessy from advancing to side control.
Sova wants to control but Quessy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Sova is defending against the submission attempts here by Quessy.
We've been hearing good reports from Quessy's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Quessy connects with a nice short shot to Sova's temple. #T1#
Sova wants to control but Quessy is keeping busy.
Quessy wants to free his trapped foot but Sova is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sova wants to control but Quessy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Quessy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sova's head.
Quessy throwing shots but Sova is blocking nicely.
Sova is controlling Quessy's trapped leg to prevent Quessy from advancing to side control.
Sova is looking for a sweep. Quessy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sova keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Nice strikes from Quessy there.
Quessy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sova is looking to control Quessy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sova avoid being mounted?#T2#
Quessy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sova's head.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Quessy trying to control from half guard but Sova is working away.
Quessy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Quessy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sova is trying to control but can't.
Quessy drops an elbow to the side of Sova's head.
Sova taking some punishment here, with Quessy in his half guard.
Sova wants to get back to full guard.
Quessy slips a nice elbow through Sova's hands, connecting with Sova's forehead.
Quessy prevents Sova from improving his position.
Quessy is looking to advance position but Sova won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sova is trying to maintain the position but Quessy is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Quessy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Quessy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nice strikes from Quessy there.
Sova tries to get to full guard but Quessy has control of the leg. #SUB#
Quessy 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.
Sova keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Quessy throwing shots but Sova is blocking nicely. #T4#
Sova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sova avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sova is trying to keep Quessy in close.
Quessy is looking to work some ground and pound but Sova has wrist control.
Quessy lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Quessy passes into half guard.
Sova tries to get to full guard but Quessy has control of the leg.
Sova trying to control but Quessy postures up.
Sova keeping control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sova is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Quessy scores with a couple of nice shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Quessy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Quessy gets a double leg takedown into Sova's guard.
Quessy won't allow Sova to sweep him here.
Quessy throws a big elbow that misses.
Quessy stands and throws Sova's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Quessy working away.
Sova is looking to regain half guard here but Quessy keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quessy scoring with punches from side control.
Sova is looking for a sweep.
Quessy is working Sova over with some ground and pound from side control.
Quessy in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T1#
Quessy in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Sova keeps Quessy under control for a moment.
You can see the frustration on Sova's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Quessy in side control, throwing shots but Sova defends.
Sova tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Quessy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sova is still trying to improve position.
Quessy is chipping away with strikes.
Sova wants to control but Quessy postures up.
Quessy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Sova is trying to control Quessy's posture but Quessy avoids it.
Sova is not content to let Quessy control the position.
The strikes coming from Quessy are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T2#
Quessy scores with a couple of short elbows.
Quessy looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Sova is avoiding damage well.
An elbow from Quessy crashes against the mat.
Quessy cracks Sova with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Sova stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Quessy sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Sova is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Quessy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sova can do to turn this around?
You can see the frustration on Sova's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sova holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#SUB#
Quessy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sova has escaped the position, nice work there.
Quessy landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Quessy creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T3##SUB#
Quessy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Quessy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sova tries to improve position but can't.
Sova avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Quessy.
Quessy misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Sova tries to improve position but can't. #ES2#
Sova bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Quessy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sova pinned against the cage. Sova gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Quessy shoots in but Sova avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sova shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Quessy sprawls well. Quessy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sova gets slowly back to his feet.
Quessy closes the distance and clinches up with Sova, looking for a takedown. Quessy pushes Sova against the cage but Sova circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Quessy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Quessy moves away from the strike by Sova. #TD#
Quessy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sova to the mat! Sova manages to get full guard.
Quessy stopping the sweep attempt from Sova.
Quessy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Quessy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Quessy throwing strikes but missing.
Quessy stands and throws Sova's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Quessy working away.
Quessy misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Quessy sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Sova is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Quessy misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Quessy working the ground and pound but Sova is defending the strikes.
Sloppy strikes there by Quessy.
You can see the frustration on Sova's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Quessy dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Sova tries to close the distance and clinch but Quessy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Quessy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sova but Sova pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Quessy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sova's waist but Sova gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Quessy off to one side.
Quessy looks for a takedown but Sova sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Quessy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Quessy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sova defends it nicely.
Sova pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sova misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Quessy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sova swivels and escapes.
Sova looks to score with a jab to the body but Quessy is just out of range.
Sova tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Quessy was well out of range. Poor timing from Sova.
Quessy slips a jab from Sova.
Quessy feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Quessy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Quessy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sova avoids it really well and circles away.
Quessy fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Quessy. #T1#
Sova looks for a takedown but Quessy sprawls well.#TD#
Quessy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Quessy 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.
Sova is trying to get back to full guard.
Sova keeps trying to improve his position.
Thomas Quessy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sova trying to hold on to Quessy's head to control him but Quessy postures up.
Sova is trying to get back to full guard.
Quessy scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T2#
Quessy working over Sova with some ground and pound. Sova looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Sova tries to get to full guard but Quessy has control of the leg.
Sova is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Quessy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Quessy lands with a punch from half guard.
Quessy thows a huge punch but Sova dodges it nicely.
Quessy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sova wants to improve his position but Quessy is controlling well.
Sova regains full guard. Nicely done.
Sova trying to control the position.
Quessy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sova wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Quessy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sova is trying to control the position but Quessy postures up.
Quessy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sova is keeping the position for now.
Sova is pulling down on Quessy's head to control his posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sova is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Sova trying to control but Quessy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Quessy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sova showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Quessy wants to sweep here but Sova controlling him for the moment.
Sova sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pavel Sova has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Quessy looking for a guillotine here but Sova defends easily.
Thomas Quessy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Quessy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sova defends well.
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 Thomas Quessy.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Quessy, 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Quessy!
Thomas Quessy thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bellicose 82
Date: Mar 25, 2022 |
#R1#
Sova shoots in looking for a takedown. Satonaka tries to sprawl out of it but Sova keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Satonaka manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sova fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Satonaka lands a really nice looking cross but Sova seems unphased.
Satonaka clobbers Sova with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sova takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice body punch from Satonaka.
Sova misses with a takedown attempt
letting Satonaka counter with a right hand. #ROC#Sova is rocked!
Chie Satonaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Sova.
Satonaka looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sova is still on wobbly legs! Can Satonaka finish him?
Satonaka throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sova stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sova shoots in but Satonaka avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sova darts in looking for a takedown but Satonaka gets double underhooks and turns Sova into the cage.
Sova seems to have recovered his senses.
Sova looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Sova feints and as Satonaka raises his hands in defense, Sova changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sova looks winded!
Satonaka wants to stand and escape but Sova is having none of it.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Satonaka swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Sova drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Satonaka manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sova has Satonaka in his guard.#REVR##T1#
Satonaka wants to stand but Sova has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Satonaka stands up and waves to Sova to follow him.
Satonaka throws a right hand that Sova ducks under and follows up with a left that Sova also avoids with ease.
Satonaka fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Satonaka throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sova tries for a takedown but Satonaka circles away easily
letting Satonaka counter with a right hand.
Satonaka throws a right hand that Sova ducks under and follows up with a left that Sova also avoids with ease.
Sova will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
No luck for Sova with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Nice takedown defense from Satonaka. No joy for Sova on that attempt.
Sova shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Satonaka leaves Sova with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Satonaka swivels and escapes.
A combination from Satonaka does no damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Satonaka works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Satonaka looks to score with a jab to the body but Sova is just out of range.
Pavel Sova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Satonaka lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
It looks like Satonaka has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Sova gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Satonaka gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chie Satonaka!
During a confident post fight interview, Chie Satonaka thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Covington vs Boonliang
Date: Feb 26, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Sova closes the distance and clinches.
Sova using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Borrego fails to pull guard.
#TD#
Borrego jumps guard.
#SUB#
Borrego is looking for a triangle but Sova pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Borrego looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Borrego definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sova slips nicely into half guard.
Borrego is looking for a sweep. Sova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sova trying to mount his opponent but Borrego defends it.
Sova is trying to control. Borrego wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova controlling the pace.
Sova prevents Borrego from improving his position.
Sova is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
#T1#
Borrego has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sova is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Sova is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova thows a huge punch but Borrego dodges it nicely.
Borrego trying to control here.
Borrego manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Borrego working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sova doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Borrego is tightening it up a little... Sova has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Sova reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Sova taps out! Nice BJJ there by Borrego!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Anthony Borrego!
A relieved looking Anthony Borrego 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:
Bellicose - Backman vs Matthew
Date: Jan 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Quessy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sova. #CL#
Sova moves into range and clinches up with Quessy.
Sova tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Quessy avoids it.
Sova content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Sova doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova prevents a body shot from Quessy.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've been hearing reports that Sova has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Quessy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sova tries to work over Quessy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Quessy misses with the head strike.
Quessy looking to slow down the pace here.
Quessy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sova pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Quessy misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quessy has a couple of punches blocked by Sova.
Sova tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Quessy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Quessy presses Sova against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sova keeps control of Quessy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Quessy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sova to keep the fight standing.
Sova tries to land knees in the clinch but Quessy avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Quessy prevents a body shot from Sova.
Quessy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sova walks away with a smile on his face. Quessy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Pavel Sova has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Quessy.#CL#
Sova closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sova lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Quessy blocks an elbow strike from Sova.
Quessy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Sova leaning against his opponent.
Sova prevents a body shot from Quessy.
Sova struggles to land a body shot inside as Quessy controls his hands.
Sova lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Sova lands an elbow that stopped Quessy in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Thomas Quessy has been cut.
Quessy avoiding damage as Sova throws knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Sova.
Quessy managing to block the knees to the body from Sova.
Quessy leaning his opponent against the cage.
Quessy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T2#
Sova blocks a body shot from Quessy.
Sova swings wildly with an uppercut but Quessy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sova looking to slow down the pace here.
Quessy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sova misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Quessy.
Sova landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sova putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Quessy in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Sova lands an elbow inside.
Sova tries to land knees in the clinch but Quessy avoids the damage to the body.
Quessy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sova is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Quessy misses with a body punch.
Sova blocks an uppercut.
Quessy avoids a wild elbow strike from Sova.
Quessy tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T3#
Sova missing with knees to the body.
Sova trying to land knees to the body.
Quessy blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova trying to land knees to the body.
Sova can't find room to land a body shot as Quessy controls the action.
Quessy managing to block the knees to the body from Sova.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Sova landing knees to the body.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Sova pushes off an throws an elbow but Quessy leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Sova working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Quessy tries to stall but Sova uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Quessy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Quessy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Quessy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Quessy prevents a body shot from Sova.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sova.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Quessy misses with a punch to the body.
Sova tries a body shot but Quessy blocks it.
Quessy managing to block the knees to the body from Sova.
Quessy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Sova blocks a body shot from Quessy.
Sova lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Quessy is looking to break free of the clinch but Sova has double underhooks.
Sova can't find room to land a body shot as Quessy controls the action.
Sova misses with a punch on the inside.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Sova connects with a nasty looking knee right to Quessy's face.
Sova misses with a body punch.
Quessy taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Sova throws an elbow but misses.
Sova misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Quessy.
Quessy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sova tries to land knees in the clinch but Quessy avoids the damage to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Sova dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Quessy's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sova is looking to clinch.
Sova throws a looping overhand right but Quessy ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Quessy tries to keep at a distance but Sova has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Sova doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Quessy.
Sova utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Sova can't find room to land a body shot as Quessy controls the action.
Quessy is trying to break the clinch but Sova has him pressed against the cage.
Sova is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Quessy can do to turn this around?
Sova goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Quessy can't find room to land a body shot as Sova controls the action.
Sova lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Quessy or not.
Sova lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Quessy tries to break the clinch but Sova is controlling the position.
Quessy stalling in the clinch but Sova improves position. #T1#
Quessy throws a head punch that misses.
Quessy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Quessy tries to work over Sova's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sova pushes off an throws an elbow but Quessy leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Sova is struggling to control the position.
Quessy tries to throw a body punch but Sova avoids it by throwing Quessy back against the cage.
Sova misses with a punch to the body.
Quessy swings wildly with an uppercut but Sova uses good head movement to avoid it.
Quessy is trying to push Sova away but Sova has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Sova blocks a body shot from Quessy.
Sova struggles to land a body shot inside as Quessy controls his hands.
Quessy misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Quessy. #T2#
Sova lands a good knee to the midsection. Quessy won't want to take too many of those.
Quessy wants to stall.
Sova tries to land knees in the clinch but Quessy avoids the damage to the body.
Quessy avoiding damage as Sova throws knees to the body.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Quessy throws a punch but it's blocked by Sova.
Quessy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova tries a body shot but Quessy blocks it.
#BC2#
Quessy breaks the clinch.
Quessy swats away the attempt to clinch by Sova.
Quessy with the counter takedown but Sova avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sova.
Sova moves in looking to clinch but Quessy pushes him off.#CL#
Sova forces Quessy back against the cage and clinches.
Quessy tries to work over Sova's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Sova is working Quessy over against the cage.
Quessy blocks an elbow strike.
Quessy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Quessy can't find room to land a body shot as Sova controls the action.
Quessy tries to throw a body punch but Sova avoids it by throwing Quessy back against the cage.
Sova missing with knees to the body.
Quessy tries to break the clinch but Sova is controlling the position.
Quessy prevents a body shot from Sova.
Quessy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sova trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sova.
Quessy scores with a shot to the side of Sova's head.
Quessy struggles to land a body shot inside as Sova controls his hands.
Quessy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sova is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Quessy is defending well for now.
Quessy is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sova missing with knees to the body.
Sova struggles to land a body shot inside as Quessy controls his hands.
#T4#
Quessy tries to stall but Sova uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Quessy drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sova gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short uppercut from Sova.
Sova presses Quessy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sova unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Quessy prevents a body shot from Sova.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Sova obliges.
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!
Sova lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Quessy backwards.
Sova lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sova is working Quessy over against the cage.
Quessy is breathing heavily.
Quessy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A bit of stalling here from Sova.
Sova working Quessy over with knees to the body.
Sova lands a good knee to the midsection. Quessy won't want to take too many of those.
Sova lands a nice knee to the body.
Sova lands a knee to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Sova dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Sova moves into the clinch successfully.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Quessy trying to stall but Sova improves his position.
Quessy misses with a body punch.
Sova tries a body shot but Quessy blocks it.
Sova tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Quessy avoids it.
Sova tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Quessy avoids it.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Sova lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sova blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quessy managing to block the knees to the body from Sova.
Quessy blocks a body shot from Sova.
Quessy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Quessy blocks a body shot from Sova.
Sova misses with a body punch.
Sova tries to land knees in the clinch but Quessy avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Quessy tries to work over Sova's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Quessy misses with a body punch.
Quessy is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sova blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sova tries a body shot but Quessy blocks it.
Quessy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Quessy lands a left hand.
Sova prevents Quessy from breaking the clinch.
Quessy can't break the clinch.
Quessy misses with a punch to the body.
Quessy is trying to stall.
Sova scores with a hook to the body.
Sova tries to work over Quessy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Quessy swings wildly with an uppercut but Sova uses good head movement to avoid it.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Sova tries a body shot but Quessy blocks it.
#T2#
Sova tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Quessy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Quessy avoiding damage as Sova throws knees to the body.
Pavel Sova has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Quessy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Quessy.
Quessy tries to break the clinch but Sova is controlling the position.
Sova prevents the takedown attempt.
Sova blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Sova on the inside.
Sova lands a body shot in the clinch.
Quessy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Quessy is looking to control Sova's arms but Sova gets an underhook and turns him. Now Quessy has his back to the cage.
Quessy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sova's elbow.
Quessy tries to stall but Sova uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Sova landing knees to the body.
Quessy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sova misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sova tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Quessy's elbow.
Sova presses Quessy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Sova lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Quessy swings wildly with an uppercut but Sova uses good head movement to avoid it.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Quessy takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Quessy is looking for a takedown.
Pavel Sova has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Quessy.
Sova tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Quessy avoids it.
Quessy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Quessy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Quessy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sova doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sova misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Quessy.
Quessy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Quessy tries a body shot but Sova blocks it.
Sova tries to work over Quessy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Quessy tries to stall but Sova uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Pavel Sova is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Sova misses with a knee to the head.
Sova prevents a body shot from Quessy.
Quessy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sova lands a left hand.
Sova prevents Quessy from breaking the clinch.
Quessy struggles to land a body shot inside as Sova controls his hands.
Quessy misses with a punch to the body.
Quessy looking to stall.
Thomas Quessy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sova blocks a body shot from Quessy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Quessy can't find room to land a body shot as Sova controls the action.
Quessy misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pavel Sova showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sova, 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pavel Sova! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Wellstone vs Smiff
Date: Dec 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Reece catches Sova with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD2#
Sova manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Reece on his heels. He'll look to pass Reece's guard now, I'm sure.
Reece is wriggling around but Sova manages to pass to half guard.
Reece's coaches at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#REVR#
Reece wants to get back to full guard.
Sova thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Reece's head. #SUB#
Reece looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Reece looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sova is keen to just control but Reece is a slippery customer.
Reece wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova is looking to take a break and control but Reece is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sova seems to be working for a kimura but Reece defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Sova is working for a kimura but Reece is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1#
Reece wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sova has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Reece is squirming around, avoiding Sova's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Sova goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Reece is on top in guard.
Sova is trying to control the position but Reece postures up. #T2#
Reece has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Sova is proving hard to escape from.
Sova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Reece is looking to stand up but Sova won't let him. #SUB2#
Sova escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Reece gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Reece wants to get up but he can't break Sova's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Reece got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sova has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Reece has managed to get both his arms back between Sova's legs - danger averted.
Reece would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T3#
Sova controls Reece momentarily but Reece frees himself.
Reece has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Sova is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Reece frees his head nicely. Oh but Sova has switched to an armbar! Reece is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Pavel Sova! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Burtha vs Vedran
Date: Oct 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Sova shoots in for a double leg but Summers sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from Summers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sova takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sova fails with a takedown attempt.
Summers displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sova.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Sova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Summers's waist but Summers gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sova off to one side.
The fighters circle momentarily. Summers darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sova will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sova takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova looks for a takedown but Summers sprawls well.#KD2#
Summers lands a big uppercut and Sova crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Sova looks OK. Summers waves Sova back to his feet!#ROC2#Sova is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sova changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Summers tries to avoid it but Sova manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Summers to the ground. Summers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Oh Sova is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
No luck for Sova with that takedown attempt.
Nice body punch from Summers.
Sova seems to have got his legs back now.
Sova showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Summers.
#TD#
Sova drives through with a takedown into Summers's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Sova trying to control but Summers is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Summers holds on and takes a little breather.
Sova wants to control from the top but Summers keeps moving. #T2#
Sova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Summers is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Sova is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Summers is pulling down on Sova's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Sova shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Summers manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Sova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Sova preventing the sweep.
Summers is controlling Sova's posture.
Sova wants to pass the guard but Summers is keeping the position.
Sova postures up in Summers's guard and throws a big left but Summers blocks it.
Sova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Summers is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Sova drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Summers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sova has Summers in his guard.#REVB#
Summers stands and throws Sova's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T4#
Sova is trying to get back to half guard.
Summers controls the position.
Sova is looking to regain half guard here but Summers keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Summers dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nice uppercut lands for Summers. That snapped Sova's head back.
Nice uppercut lands for Summers. That snapped Sova's head back.
Sova changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Summers tries to avoid it but Sova manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Summers to the ground. Summers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Sova gets a double leg takedown into Summers's guard.
Summers keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova preventing the sweep.
Sova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Summers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sova trying to control the position from guard on top but Summers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Sova is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Summers looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Sova trying to control but Summers is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sova misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Sova closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Sova passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Summers!
Sova looking to ground and pound but Summers is blocking nicely.
Sova trying to control but Summers is having none of it. #T2##SUB#
Sova has control of Summers's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Summers regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T3#
Sova throwing strikes here but Summers is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Sova can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Summers is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sova is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Summers is surviving well by controlling Sova's body position as best he can. #SUB#
Sova looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Sova is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Summers to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Summers shrugs it off.
Sova tries to control but Summers wriggling away. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sova thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Sova throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#SUB#
Sova has control of Summers's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Summers regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Summers tries to hold on but Sova pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Summers bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Summers is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Sova dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Summers lands with a good body shot.
Sova is trying hard to land a takedown here. Summers sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sova goes for a double leg but Summers avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Summers continues to drive forward.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Summers.
Good body shot from Summers.
Summers lands a nice shot to the body.
Sova is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Sova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sova tries for a takedown. No joy.
A nice left hand lands by Summers.
A short left from Summers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Summers lands with a short shot to the head.
Good body shot from Summers.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Summers lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Summers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sovas head.
Summers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Summers. #T1#
A hook to the body from Summers.
Summers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Summers escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pavel Sova is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sova looks up at the clock. Bad move! Summers lands a right hand from hell, dropping Sova. Summers pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Summers!
During a confident post fight interview, Samuel Summers thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bellicose - McCoy vs Rider
Date: Oct 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Sova drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sova misses with a wild body shot.
Anisimov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sova connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Anisimov scrambles back to his feet.
Anisimov stuns Sova with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#KD2#
Anisimov lands a big right hand that sends Sova crashing to the mat! Anisimov stays standing though and waves Sova back to his feet!#ROC2#Sova is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sova circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Anisimov. Sova falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Anisimov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vitaly Anisimov! |
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Event:
NYCL 23 - Bateman vs Daverio
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Bogachev scores with a push kick.
Sova misses with a shot to the body
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bogachev pushes Sova away with a front kick.
Sova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bogachev's waist but Bogachev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sova off to one side.
Bogachev tried to counter with a leg kick but Sova avoided it.
Bogachev slaps away a takedown attempt from Sova, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sova looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Motshan Bogachev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Sova.
Nice defenses there by Bogachev.
Sova shoots in and drives through. Bogachev sprawls well.
Bogachev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Sova shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bogachev is trying to defend but Sova finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Sova is just content to waste time from the top position. Bogachev takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sova looking to sit in guard and control but Bogachev gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1#
Bogachev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sova swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Sova is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Sova had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bogachev defends it easily.
Bogachev engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sova had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bogachev defends it easily.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Sova throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bogachev uses it to pass to side control.
Sova is trying to improve his position.
Sova struggling a bit here.#T3#
Sova is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bogachev off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Sova patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Sova is looking for the choke from the back position but Bogachev is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Sova has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Bogachev has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB2#
Sova is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bogachev defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Sova looking to break Bogachev's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bogachev remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Sova will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Sova looking to break Bogachev's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Bogachev remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Sova will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Bogachev tries to roll but Sova sticks to his back.
#T4##SUB2#
Sova working for a choke but Bogachev reverses nicely into Sova 's guard.
Bogachev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sova is trying to control the position but Bogachev postures up. #SUB2#
Sova isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Bogachev stacks Sova on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Bogachev!
Bogachev working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bogachev remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Sova is looking to reverse the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Motshan Bogachev dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Sova moves out of range of the strikes.
Bogachev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sova can do to turn this around?
Sova misses with a takedown attempt
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand.
Pavel Sova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sova with a poor takedown
and Bogachev counters with a thumping low kick.
Pavel Sova is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sova has his takedown stuffed
and Bogachev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Sova is rocked!
Motshan Bogachev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pavel Sova.
Sova tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bogachev defends well and Sova ends up having to push Bogachev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sova shoots for a takedown but Bogachev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The fighters circle, before Bogachev throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Sova's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Bogachev lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Motshan Bogachev!
A victorious Motshan Bogachev thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
NYCL 16 - Rich' vs Olatunji
Date: Aug 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Sova slips a jab and a cross from Jansen.
Sova with the counter takedown but Jansen avoids it easily.
Jansen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Sova decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Jansen's guard.
Sova lands a couple of digs.
Sova stops Jansen from standing up.
Sova sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sova advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sova 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 Jansen's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB2#
Sova in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Jansen is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pavel Sova! |
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Event:
DFN 2: Araujo vs. Kamazat
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Berzina shoots for a double leg takedown but Sova sprawls well. He's pushed Berzina's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Berzina with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Berzina with a jab.
Berzina throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sova.
Sova seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Berzina stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sova.
Berzina moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Berzina misses with a double jab
and Sova counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Berzina tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Berzina defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sova.
Berzina tries for a takedown but Sova sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sova 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 Berzina has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Berzina and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sova is looking to score with low kicks.
Sova shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Berzina misses with a few strikes there.
Sova tried to counter with a leg kick but Berzina avoided it.#T1#
Berzina catches Sova with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Berzina clobbers Sova with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Berzina lands a jab-cross combination. #ROC2#Sova is rocked!
Sova blocks a leg kick.
As Berzina looks to move away, Sova throws a big counter combo but Berzina just gets out of the way.
Oh Sova is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sova avoids the head kick by Berzina.
Sova tries to counter with a takedown but Berzina is quick to defend against it.
Berzina swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sova counters with a low kick, right behind Berzina 's knee.
Sova seems to have got his legs back now.
Berzina misses with a wild combination.
Ali Berzina seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Berzina scores with a shot to the body.
A punch combination from Berzina misses.
Sova misses with a takedown attempt
and Berzina counters with a one-two to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Sova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sova fails with the takedown.#T2#
Berzina throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sova connects with a leg kick.
Berzina keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Berzina changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sova is looking to chop away at Berzina's legs.
Sova sets himself, and Berzina steps forward looking for the clinch! Sova avoids it this time.
No joy there for Berzina, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Berzina stuns Sova with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Berzina connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sova momentarily.
Berzina tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Sova paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sova takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Berzina looks to land a combination but Sova avoids it well.
Berzina scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Berzina misses with a takedown attempt
and Sova counters with a low kick, right behind Berzina 's knee. #T3#
Berzina connects with a combination that backs up Sova into the ropes. Berzina lands a flurry of punches that gets past Sova's guard. Sova is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Berzina bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ali Berzina! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Bonanzes pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#TD2#
Bonanzes dives in and scores a takedown into Sova's guard.
Bonanzes tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard.
Bonanzes pushes down on Sova's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sova trying to hold on to Bonanzes's head to control him but Bonanzes postures up.
Sova is looking for a sweep. Bonanzes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonanzes performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
It looks like Bonanzes 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.#T1#
Sova is trying to get back to full guard.
Sova moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bonanzes showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Bonanzes gets a double leg takedown into Sova's guard.
Sova is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bonanzes lands a couple of elbows.
Bonanzes tries to free his leg and advance position but Sova is retaining full guard. #T3#
Bonanzes controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bonanzes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sova lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bonanzes is pulling down on Sova's head. It's preventing any offense from Sova, at least for the moment.
Sova throws a strike but Bonanzes rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T4#
Bonanzes 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.
Bonanzes is continuing to stall.
Bonanzes working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sova's head.
Bonanzes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bonanzes advances to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bonanzes working the head and body with strikes.
Bonanzes tries to stand and escape but Sova is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juthro Bonanzes dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sova fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sova has a takedown stuffed.
Sova fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Bonanzes forces Sova back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Bonanzes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bonanzes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bonanzes misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sova thinks about countering with a body kick.#CL2#
Bonanzes gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Sova tries to pull guard but Bonanzes holds him up against the cage and eventually Sova drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Sova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sova goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bonanzes prevents it.
#BC2#
Bonanzes breaks the clinch.
#TD2#
Sova gets caught napping as Bonanzes dives in and scores a takedown. Sova manages to retain guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bonanzes is looking to stand up but Sova won't let him.
Bonanzes engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bonanzes lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Bonanzes is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Sova is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Sova has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Sova throwing strikes but missing.
Bonanzes lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Bonanzes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Bonanzes wants to improve his position but instead Sova has moved into half guard.
Bonanzes slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bonanzes wants to stand but Sova is controlling the position.
Bonanzes is pulling down on Sova's head. It's preventing any offense from Sova, at least for the moment.
Sova wants to stand but Bonanzes is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Bonanzes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sova trying to control but Bonanzes is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bonanzes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bonanzes has his hands on Sova's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bonanzes keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juthro Bonanzes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bonanzes throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sova.
Sova shoots in looking for a takedown. Bonanzes tries to sprawl out of it but Sova keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bonanzes manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And Bonanzes tries to counter it with a takedown but Sova pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sova dives in and grabs Bonanzes's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bonanzes pushes down on Sova's head and hops out.#TD2#
Bonanzes looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bonanzes is thwarting Sova's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonanzes trying to control the pace.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The adventures of Bonanzes the control monster continue. Boring.#T1#
Bonanzes's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Sova is pressing down on Bonanzes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Bonanzes works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Bonanzes is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Bonanzes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sova is just riding it out for now. Bonanzes eventually gives up the hold.
Bonanzes not doing much here.
Bonanzes tries to stand and escape but Sova is controlling the position. #T3#
Sova trying to control here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Bonanzes closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bonanzes lands in his opponent's guard.
Sova being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Bonanzes postures up.
Bonanzes controlling from the top position.
Pavel Sova has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Juthro Bonanzes is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Juthro Bonanzes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bonanzes 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juthro Bonanzes! |
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