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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Le Delma with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Okoye thumps Le Delma with a low kick.
Le Delma uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Okoye.
Good leg kick by Okoye.
Okoye looks to throw the jab but Le Delma is out of range.
Okoye backing away here, and Le Delma unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Le Delma moves away from the strike by Okoye.
Okoye throws a low kick but Le Delma avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye throws an overhand right that lands on Le Delma's shoulder, as Le Delma tries to avoid the shot.
Ikemba Okoye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Le Delma fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Okoye has knocked Le Delma down with a huge combo! Okoye steps away and waves a wobbly Le Delma back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#It looks like Emanuel Le Delma has been cut.
Okoye circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Le Delma to the canvas! Le Delma doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Okoye keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 128
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 23 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kazuo Takashi!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Seu Braga.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Okoye forces Takashi back against the ropes and clinches.#TD#
Okoye has hold of one of Takashi's legs. Takashi is fighting the takedown attempt but Okoye gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Takashi
Takashi trying to keep a closed guard but Okoye is proving a slippery customer.
Okoye is fighting to break Takashi's control of his arms but Takashi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Okoye will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Okoye won't allow Takashi to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Takashi keeps moving.
Okoye not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Okoye stopping the sweep attempt from Takashi.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okoye is working hard here to advance position.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Takashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Takashi is keeping the position for now.
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.
Takashi has his hands on Okoye's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Takashi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Takashi wants to hit a sweep here but Okoye passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Takashi there! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (0) Takashi
Takashi is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Takashi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Okoye looking to control but Takashi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Takashi is controlling an arm, preventing Okoye from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Okoye can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Takashi is looking to escape. #T4#
Takashi tries to hold on but Okoye postures up.
Takashi tries to reverse the position but Okoye maintains control.
Okoye sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Okoye looking to control but Takashi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5#
Takashi tries to lock up and control but Okoye gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
Takashi is looking to improve his position but Okoye isn't that keen on the idea.
Okoye looking to control and managing it successfully.
Takashi 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.
Okoye can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Takashi is looking to escape.
Okoye is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Takashi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T7#
Takashi tries to lock up and control but Okoye gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Okoye trying to control but Takashi is having none of it. #T8#
Takashi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Okoye trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Okoye wants to control but Takashi has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Takashi is trying to control but Okoye manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (8) vs (0) Takashi#T9#
Takashi is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Okoye content just to control the position here.
Takashi has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Okoye's lack of action.
#T10#
Takashi keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Okoye keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Takashi is looking to improve his position.
Takashi is still trying to improve position.#T11#
Takashi controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Takashi wants to control but Okoye is keeping busy.
Okoye stalling away here and it's allowed Takashi to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T12#
Okoye is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Takashi seems keen to control Okoye's posture.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takashi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Okoye preventing the sweep.
Okoye trying to control but Takashi is working from the bottom. #T13#
Takashi 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.
Takashi working a defensive guard here.
#T14#
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Takashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Takashi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Okoye takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
After winning the bout, Ikemba Okoye thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 125
Date: Feb 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 36 losses; Jari Laitila! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 22 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Leandro Rodrigues and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Laitila has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Okoye gets caught flat footed, as Laitila shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Laitila (2) vs (0) Okoye
Laitila trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okoye trying to keep a closed guard but Laitila is proving a slippery customer.
Laitila wants to pass the guard but Okoye is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Laitila avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye is trying to hold Laitila in close to prevent damage but Laitila has managed to pass into half guard.
Okoye trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Laitila trying to mount his opponent but Okoye defends it.
Okoye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Laitila's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Laitila's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Laitila (2) vs (4) Okoye#SUB2#
Laitila defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Okoye's arms.
Laitila can't escape the position.
Laitila manages to reverse the position and now he's in Okoye's guard. Nice work there by Laitila.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laitila (4) vs (4) Okoye
Okoye is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
Laitila got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laitila has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.
Laitila 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. #SUB2#
Laitila got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laitila has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.
Okoye is trying to control the position but Laitila postures up.
Laitila pushing down on Okoye's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Okoye is trying to get back to full guard.
Okoye is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
Okoye is not content to let Laitila control the position.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye wants to control but Laitila is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Okoye might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Laitila haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laitila controlling the action here.
Okoye trying to control here.
#T5#
Laitila is taking a breather. Okoye 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.
Okoye has a hand on Laitila's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Laitila takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (7) vs (4) Okoye
Okoye tries to hold on but Laitila pushes him away.
Okoye is looking to improve his position but Laitila isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Laitila trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T6#
Laitila avoids the attempt from Okoye to control.
Okoye is squirming around, avoiding Laitila's attempts to control the action.
Okoye keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Okoye tries to hold on but Laitila postures up.
Okoye manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Okoye slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T7#
Okoye wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Laitila is now in half guard.
Okoye is trying to maintain the position but Laitila is very close to passing his half guard.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
Laitila is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Okoye wants to improve his position but Laitila is controlling well.
#T8##SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.
Laitila content to control rather than advance.
Okoye trying to control but Laitila postures up.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T9#
Okoye is looking to control Laitila's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okoye avoid being mounted?
Okoye is trying to get back to full guard.
Laitila uses his free foot to push down on Okoye's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Okoye. Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (10) vs (4) Okoye
Laitila looking to control and managing it successfully.
Okoye gets back to half guard.#T10#
Okoye is controlling Laitila's trapped leg to prevent Laitila from advancing to side control.
Laitila works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (13) vs (4) Okoye
Laitila prevents Okoye from getting the reversal.
Okoye tries to control Laitila's body but Laitila pushes him off. Okoye squirms to his side and now Laitila has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Laitila (16) vs (4) Okoye
Laitila controlling from the back.#T11#
Laitila avoiding Okoye 's attempts to control his hands.
Okoye can't escape the position.
Okoye trying to control the hands but Laitila won't let him.
Laitila has good solid back control here.
Laitila has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T12#
Okoye is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Okoye wants to control his opponent's hands but Laitila gets his hands free.
Laitila is riding his opponent, not letting Okoye buck him off.
Okoye breaks Laitila's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laitila (16) vs (6) Okoye
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #T13#
Laitila seems keen to control Okoye's posture.#T14#
Okoye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Laitila pulls Okoye in close to prevent any damage.
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Laitila takes the fight on points by 16 to 6. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 121
Date: Jan 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Mean Gean! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 21 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Seu Braga and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD#
Gean fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Okoye to the ground. Gean is now in Okoye's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gean (2) vs (0) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Gean defends easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Gean'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.
Gean trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gean advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gean (5) vs (0) Okoye
Gean tries to move to mount but Okoye blocks the move with his legs.
Okoye is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Gean is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Okoye has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Okoye tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gean wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gean works to advance to full mount. Okoye defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gean (7) vs (0) Okoye
Okoye tries to hold on but Gean pushes him away.
Gean prevents Okoye from getting the reversal.
Gean wants to take his opponent's back but Okoye doesn't allow it.
Okoye wants to control but Gean is having none of it.#SUB#
Gean working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Gean looking to secure an arm triangle but Okoye defends it well. #SUB#
Gean with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Gean with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T2#
Okoye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gean is trying to take his opponent's back.
Okoye is squirming around, avoiding Gean's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Okoye defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gean.
Okoye sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Okoye wants to control but Gean is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gean has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gean (10) vs (0) Okoye
Gean trying to control but Okoye is having none of it. #T3##SUB#
Gean is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Okoye has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Gean wants to take his opponent's back but Okoye doesn't allow it.
Okoye tries to reverse the position but Gean maintains control.
Okoye sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Okoye trying to control but Gean postures up.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gean passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gean (13) vs (0) Okoye
Gean working away.#T4#
Okoye is looking to regain half guard here but Gean keeps moving and retains side control.
Gean working away.#SUB#
Gean is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well. #SUB#
Gean thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Gean tries to move to mount but Okoye blocks the move with his legs.
Okoye wants to control but Gean postures up.#SUB#
Gean wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Okoye, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Gean thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T5#
Gean trying to control the position but Okoye is working away.
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Okoye sneaks back into half guard.
Okoye is trying to maintain the position but Gean is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye is looking for a sweep. Gean is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Gean is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
#T6##SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gean pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gean pulls his head out easily.
Okoye is looking for a sweep. Gean is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gean wants to pass to mount but Okoye is defending the position.
Okoye is looking for a sweep. Gean is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gean is keen to just control but Okoye is a slippery customer.
Okoye is in trouble now - Gean has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gean (16) vs (0) Okoye
Gean wants to take Okoye's back but he can't do it this time. #T7#
Gean tries to control but Okoye wriggling away.
Okoye can't escape the position.
Gean wants to control the pace but Okoye is squirming around nicely.
Okoye sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gean wants to free his trapped foot but Okoye is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gean trying to control from half guard but Okoye is working away.
Gean tries to pass to full mount but Okoye defends it. #T8#
Okoye is pressing down on Gean's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Okoye not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gean advances to half guard. #SUB#
Gean is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye trying to control but Gean postures up.
Okoye won't allow Gean to pass to mount.
Okoye trying to control here.
#T9##SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Gean has control of the leg.
Gean wants to pass to mount but Okoye is defending the position.
Okoye wants to control but Gean is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Okoye trying to control from the bottom.
Gean wants to pass to mount but Okoye is defending the position.
Gean wants to control but Okoye is keeping him busy. #T10#
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Gean has control of the leg.
Okoye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gean's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gean's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gean (16) vs (4) Okoye
Gean tries to break free.
Gean looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Okoye doesn't have the hooks in and Gean manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gean (18) vs (4) Okoye
Gean trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Okoye working a defensive guard here.
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T11#
Gean stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gean pushes down on Okoye's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gean trying to pass the guard but Okoye defending well.
Gean works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gean (21) vs (4) Okoye
Okoye can't escape the position.
Okoye wants to control but Gean is having none of it.
Okoye can't escape the position.
Okoye is squirming around, avoiding Gean's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Gean is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Okoye has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Okoye! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gean (21) vs (6) Okoye#T12#
Okoye won't allow Gean to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Gean is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gean manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Gean's guard.
Gean keeping full guard, as Okoye tries to pass.
Gean keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Gean is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Gean is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Gean trying to keep a closed guard but Okoye is proving a slippery customer.
Gean 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.
Gean bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Okoye's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gean (23) vs (6) Okoye
Okoye keeping full guard, as Gean tries to pass.
Gean passes into half guard.
Okoye gets full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gean can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T14##SUB2#
Okoye has his foot on Gean's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gean works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye looks winded!
Gean trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gean stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gean postures up.
#SUB2#
Okoye is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gean passes Okoye's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gean wants to take a breather but Okoye is having none of it. #SUB#
Gean is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gean takes the fight on points by 23 to 6.
Mean Gean decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Okoye moves into the clinch successfully.
Lei looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD#
Okoye pulls guard successfully.
#SUB#
Okoye is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Lei rolls with it to try and escape but Okoye cranks on the arm and Lei is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ikemba Okoye!
An out of breath Ikemba Okoye thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Frito Lei had this to say: 'I need a drink!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 02, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Okoye has managed to clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Okoye fails to land. #BC2#
Igor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Okoye moves into the clinch.
Igor misses with a knee strike.
Igor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Okoye throws a head punch that misses.
Igor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Igor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Igor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Okoye backwards.
A short right from Okoye on the inside.
Okoye tries to throw a body punch but Igor avoids it by throwing Okoye back against the cage.
Okoye struggles to land a body shot inside as Igor controls his hands.
Okoye misses with the head strike.
Igor is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Igor looking to slow down the pace here.#TD#
Okoye jumps into guard, dragging Igor to the mat.
#SUB#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Igor can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Okoye has control of Igor's left arm, preventing Igor from doing any damage. #T1##SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Okoye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Igor doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Igor manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Igor can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Igor is looking to stand up but Okoye won't let him. #SUB#
Okoye throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Igor escapes and throws Okoye's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Okoye struggling a bit here.
Okoye is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Igor off and has taken his back!
Okoye seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Okoye is working for a rear naked choke. Igor is not defending it well and Okoye has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Igor refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Igor's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 94
Date: Nov 08, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 21 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Giovanni De Rossi!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Seu Braga and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Okoye.
Okoye shoots for a double leg takedown but De Rossi sprawls well. He's pushed Okoye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
De Rossi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Okoye's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) De Rossi
De Rossi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
De Rossi 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. #SUB2#
De Rossi has gone for a leg lock! Okoye slips out almost immediately though and dives into De Rossi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) De Rossi#SUB2#
De Rossi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Rossi keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Rossi isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Okoye stacks De Rossi 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 Okoye! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (2) De Rossi
Okoye controls the position.#T1#
Okoye works to advance to full mount. De Rossi defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Okoye (7) vs (2) De Rossi
De Rossi is in all sorts of trouble here.
De Rossi bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (7) vs (4) De Rossi#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
De Rossi drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Okoye dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (9) vs (4) De Rossi#SUB2#
De Rossi is looking for a triangle here but Okoye uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (12) vs (4) De Rossi
Okoye wants to control but De Rossi is keeping him busy.
De Rossi sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Okoye is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Okoye is trying to control the action in half guard but De Rossi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.
De Rossi regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
De Rossi is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
Okoye trying to control but De Rossi is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
De Rossi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Okoye uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (15) vs (4) De Rossi#T3##SUB#
Okoye wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by De Rossi, who protects the arm well.
De Rossi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Rossi keeps working.
De Rossi is looking to reverse the position.
De Rossi is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
De Rossi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
De Rossi won't allow Okoye to pass to mount.
De Rossi is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. De Rossi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye. #T4##SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a kimura but De Rossi is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but De Rossi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
De Rossi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.#T5#
De Rossi is in trouble now - Okoye has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (18) vs (4) De Rossi
De Rossi is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a guillotine from mount but De Rossi frees his head quite easily.
De Rossi regains half guard.
Okoye wants to pass to mount but De Rossi is defending the position.
De Rossi is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.#T6#
Okoye works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (21) vs (4) De Rossi
De Rossi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
De Rossi is looking to improve his position but Okoye isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Okoye jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but De Rossi manages to avoid the submission attempt.
De Rossi tries to bench press Okoye off him but Okoye keeps the position. #T7#
De Rossi is still trying to improve position.
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Rossi keeps working. #SUB#
Okoye tries for a kimura but De Rossi is defending well.
De Rossi is looking to regain half guard here but Okoye keeps moving and retains side control.
De Rossi manages to work his way to half guard, despite Okoye's best efforts.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but De Rossi defending well. #SUB2#
De Rossi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but De Rossi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
De Rossi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T8##SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
De Rossi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Okoye is keen to just control but De Rossi is a slippery customer.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but De Rossi defending well.
Okoye trying to control the action but De Rossi is working from the bottom.
De Rossi is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions off his back.#T9##SUB2#
De Rossi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but De Rossi is defending well. #SUB#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
Okoye passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (24) vs (4) De Rossi#SUB#
Okoye is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but De Rossi is surviving well by controlling Okoye's body position as best he can.
De Rossi working to try and regain half guard.
#T10#
De Rossi regains half guard.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but De Rossi is defending well.
#SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye wants to control but De Rossi is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.
Okoye is trying to control the action in half guard but De Rossi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T11##SUB2#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, De Rossi has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Rossi keeps working. #SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T12##SUB2#
De Rossi looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (27) vs (4) De Rossi#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine from mount but De Rossi is having none of it.
Okoye trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Okoye is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because De Rossi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
De Rossi is trying desperately to improve position.#T13#
Okoye tries to control but De Rossi wriggling away.
Okoye prevents De Rossi from getting the reversal.
Okoye looking to control but De Rossi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
De Rossi is looking to get to half guard.
De Rossi keeps trying to improve his position.
Okoye tries to control but De Rossi wriggling away.
De Rossi can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Okoye is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, De Rossi has managed to escape the submission attempt.
De Rossi working to try and regain half guard.
#T14#
De Rossi regains half guard.
Okoye tries to pass to full mount but De Rossi defends it.
De Rossi gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
De Rossi is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
De Rossi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Rossi looks winded!
Okoye showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Okoye takes the fight on points by 27 to 4.
Ikemba Okoye thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 92
Date: Nov 01, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 20 losses; Hirata Hitoshi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 21 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Okoye scores with a takedown into Hitoshi's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hitoshi (0) vs (2) Okoye
Hitoshi 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.
Hitoshi is working hard here to advance position.
Okoye passes Hitoshi's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Okoye is trying to control. Hitoshi 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.
Hitoshi is looking to improve his position.
Hitoshi is refusing to be controlled, as Okoye sits in half guard.
Okoye tries to pass to full mount but Hitoshi defends it. #T1#
Okoye is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hitoshi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Okoye engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hitoshi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hitoshi 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.
Hitoshi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (2) Okoye
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hitoshi passes Okoye's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Okoye is pressing down on Hitoshi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hitoshi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Okoye controls Hitoshi momentarily but Hitoshi frees himself. #SUB#
Hitoshi drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Okoye dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (4) Okoye
Okoye advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (7) Okoye
Okoye wants to control but Hitoshi is keeping him busy.
Hitoshi tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Okoye presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hitoshi (2) vs (9) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye has control of Hitoshi's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hitoshi regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Hitoshi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Okoye looking to control but Hitoshi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Hitoshi gets back to half guard.
Hitoshi wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but Hitoshi defending well.
Hitoshi is refusing to be controlled, as Okoye sits in half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Okoye in particular looking to stall.
Okoye is trying to control the action in half guard but Hitoshi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hitoshi tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg.
Okoye with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Hitoshi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Okoye trying to control from half guard but Hitoshi is working away.
Hitoshi is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Okoye passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (12) Okoye
Okoye looking to control but Hitoshi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hitoshi regains half guard.
Hitoshi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Hitoshi is defending it quite comfortably.
Hitoshi tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg. #T5#
Okoye wants to control but Hitoshi is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Hitoshi'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.
Hitoshi is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye is trying to control. Hitoshi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hitoshi is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Okoye moves into full mount! Hitoshi won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (15) Okoye
Hitoshi regains half guard.
Okoye wants to free his trapped foot but Hitoshi is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Hitoshi wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
Hitoshi is refusing to be controlled, as Okoye sits in half guard.
Hitoshi is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Okoye trying to control from half guard but Hitoshi is working away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hitoshi trying to get back to full guard but Okoye takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (18) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T7#
Okoye tries to control but Hitoshi wriggling away. #SUB2#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Hitoshi is squirming around, avoiding Okoye's attempts to control the action.
Hitoshi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hitoshi is squirming around, avoiding Okoye's attempts to control the action.
Hitoshi is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hitoshi regains half guard.
Hitoshi is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Hitoshi is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hitoshi tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg.
Okoye content to control rather than advance.
Okoye wants to control but Hitoshi is keeping him busy.
Hitoshi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Hitoshi is looking for a triangle here but Okoye uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (21) Okoye
Hitoshi is not content to let Okoye control the position. #SUB2#
Hitoshi is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Okoye's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Okoye! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Hitoshi has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 87
Date: Oct 15, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 39 losses; Bazar Al Jhit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 20 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Matheus Silva and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Okoye shoots in but no luck this time.
Al Jhit appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown but Al Jhit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Al Jhit changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Okoye looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Al Jhit (4) vs (0) Okoye#SUB#
Al Jhit working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Okoye can't do much from the bottom here.
Al Jhit 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.
Okoye prevents Al Jhit from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye tries to bench press Al Jhit off him but Al Jhit keeps the position. #T1#
Okoye keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Al Jhit wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Okoye, who protects the arm well.
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Okoye's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2##SUB#
Al Jhit is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Okoye looks calm but he's in trouble here. Al Jhit gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Okoye is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Al Jhit lets go of the hold and Okoye can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bazar Al Jhit!
Our winner, Bazar Al Jhit, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 77
Date: Sep 16, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 37 losses; Tan Zan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 20 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Thiago Cunha and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Okoye scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zan (0) vs (4) Okoye
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.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Zan tries to get out of the position.
Okoye advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zan (0) vs (6) Okoye
Zan tries to reverse the position but Okoye maintains control.#SUB2#
Okoye wants to finish this one by submission but Zan is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Okoye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zan slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Okoye with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Zan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zan defends it well.
Zan is not content to let Okoye control the position.#SUB#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Okoye wants to pass to mount but Zan is defending the position.
Okoye trying to control the action but Zan is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Zan looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Zan looking for submissions off his back.
Zan is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Zan looking for a kimura from the bottom but Okoye passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zan (0) vs (9) Okoye
Zan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T3#
Okoye's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Zan gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
Zan is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Okoye sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Zan looking for a kimura from the bottom but Okoye passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zan (0) vs (12) Okoye#T4##SUB2#
Zan wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Okoye has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Zan's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Zan is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 75
Date: Sep 10, 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Gunnar Gunnarsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 20 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Leandro Rodrigues and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Okoye shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Gunnarsson is trying to defend but Okoye finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gunnarsson (0) vs (2) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Gunnarsson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye is trying to control. Gunnarsson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Okoye is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Gunnarsson! Score +3 for passing guard: Gunnarsson (0) vs (5) Okoye
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson is squirming around, avoiding Okoye's attempts to control the action.
Okoye is stalling here but it's allowed Gunnarsson to get half guard.
#T1#
Okoye wants to control but Gunnarsson is keeping him busy.
Gunnarsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Okoye is keen to just control but Gunnarsson is a slippery customer.
Okoye might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gunnarsson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gunnarsson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Gunnarsson is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for a kimura from the bottom but Okoye passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gunnarsson (0) vs (8) Okoye
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Gunnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Okoye is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T3##SUB2#
Okoye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gunnarsson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Okoye trying to control the position but Gunnarsson is working away. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson reaches up around Okoye's neck trying to control. But Okoye takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Gunnarsson! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Gunnarsson is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Okoye celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ikemba Okoye!
Our winner, Ikemba Okoye, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 70
Date: Aug 27, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 20 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 19 losses; Calan Smith!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Smith has managed to clinch.
#TD2#
Smith jumps guard.
Okoye forces his way into half guard.
Smith is trying to get back to full guard.
Okoye is pressing down on Smith's thigh, looking to free his foot. Smith is holding on for now.
Okoye is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Smith is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Okoye jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (3) vs (0) Smith
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Okoye is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Okoye (5) vs (0) Smith
Smith working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Okoye working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Smith looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Okoye! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 67
Date: Aug 16, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 17 losses; Hirata Hitoshi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 20 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Matheus Silva and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Okoye throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hitoshi tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Okoye is in Hitoshi's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hitoshi (0) vs (2) Okoye
Hitoshi wants to hit a sweep here but Okoye passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hitoshi there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (0) vs (5) Okoye
Hitoshi sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Okoye tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hitoshi knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Okoye prevents Hitoshi from improving his position.
Okoye is taking a breather. Hitoshi 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye wants to control but Hitoshi is keeping him busy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye prevents Hitoshi from improving his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Hitoshi manages to get to full guard.
Hitoshi 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.
Okoye 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.
Hitoshi 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.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hitoshi is keeping the position for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Hitoshi'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.
Hitoshi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Hitoshi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Okoye tries to free his leg and advance position but Hitoshi is retaining full guard.
Hitoshi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Okoye controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hitoshi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hitoshi wants to improve his position but instead Okoye has moved into half guard.
Hitoshi gets full guard.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Hitoshi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Okoye won't allow Hitoshi to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hitoshi is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (5) Okoye
Hitoshi passes into half guard. #SUB#
Hitoshi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Hitoshi eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
Okoye slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hitoshi being controlled here momentarily.
Okoye is continuing to stall.
Okoye bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hitoshi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (7) Okoye
Hitoshi 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.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Hitoshi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Hitoshi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hitoshi is working hard here to advance position.
Okoye trying to control but Hitoshi is working from the bottom.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Hitoshi is keeping the position.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Hitoshi keeps moving.
Hitoshi looking for a sweep. Not yet Hitoshi, not yet.
Okoye pushing down on Hitoshi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Okoye wants to control but Hitoshi is keeping him busy. #T5#
Hitoshi tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Okoye has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (10) Okoye
Hitoshi regains half guard.
Okoye content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Okoye prevents Hitoshi from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#SUB2#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Hitoshi defends the submission attempt.#T6#
Hitoshi won't allow Okoye to pass to mount.
Hitoshi moves into full guard.
Hitoshi keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
Hitoshi 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.
Hitoshi keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
Hitoshi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Okoye is one step ahead there.
Okoye advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hitoshi (2) vs (13) Okoye#T7#
Hitoshi is not content to let Okoye control the position.
Hitoshi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hitoshi (4) vs (13) Okoye#SUB#
Hitoshi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Hitoshi wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T8##SUB#
Hitoshi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Okoye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hitoshi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hitoshi's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hitoshi (4) vs (17) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Hitoshi won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Okoye off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ikemba Okoye!
A very excited looking Ikemba Okoye made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 63
Date: Aug 04, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 19 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 12 losses; Richard Anderson!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Alexandre Firmino and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Anderson defends it nicely.#CL2#
Okoye gets tackled into the ropes by Anderson. Anderson maintains the clinch.
Okoye is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Anderson to keep the fight standing.
Anderson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Okoye prevents it.
#TD2#
Anderson tightens his grip and picks Okoye up, before dumping him to the ground. Okoye manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Anderson
Okoye is pulling down on Anderson's head. It's preventing any offense from Anderson, at least for the moment.
Okoye not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye wants to control the position but Anderson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Anderson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (5) Anderson#T1#
Okoye working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Anderson working for a submission but Okoye is keeping him at bay.
Anderson tries to control but Okoye wriggling away.
Anderson controlling the pace for now.
Okoye can't escape the position.
Okoye might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Anderson trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Anderson fails to move to back control.
Anderson content just to control the position here.
Okoye is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Okoye is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Okoye tries to control the position but Anderson now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Okoye (0) vs (8) Anderson#SUB2#
Anderson is persistently looking for the submission but Okoye is defending it well.
Well, with Anderson on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Okoye is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Okoye prevents Anderson from getting a body triangle.#T3##SUB2#
Okoye defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Anderson's arms.
Okoye rolls, trying to escape but Anderson keeps control of the position.
Okoye just trying to survive but Anderson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Anderson is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Okoye has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Anderson has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Okoye taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Anderson doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Richard Anderson!
Richard Anderson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 61
Date: Jul 26, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 18 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 33 losses; Jab Brown!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Thiago Cunha and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Brown enables Okoye to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Brown manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Brown
Brown controls Okoye momentarily but Okoye frees himself.
Okoye stopping the sweep attempt from Brown.
Brown managing to control the position.
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Okoye is one step ahead there.
Brown is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Okoye has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Brown to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Okoye is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Brown pulls down on the head and he's put Okoye to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jab Brown!
Jab Brown decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 60
Date: Jul 23, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 18 losses; Calixto Cardona! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 18 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Edson Gomes and Alexandre Firmino.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Okoye bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cardona (0) vs (4) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying to get an arm triangle but Cardona is defending well.
Cardona tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Cardona is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Okoye off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cardona (4) vs (4) Okoye
Cardona is trying to stick to Okoye's back but Okoye is turning into Cardona. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Cardona's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Okoye. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cardona (4) vs (6) Okoye#SUB#
Cardona is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Cardona is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Cardona working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye passes Cardona's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Okoye prevents Cardona from improving his position.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Cardona is defending well.
#T1##SUB2#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Cardona defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Okoye is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Okoye is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cardona tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Cardona is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2##SUB2#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cardona is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold.
Cardona wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
Cardona works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Cardona has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Okoye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cardona has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Cardona's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Cardona escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3##SUB2#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Cardona is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Cardona manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Cardona's guard. #SUB2#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Cardona is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Okoye defends well.
Okoye forces his way into half guard.
Cardona tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Okoye is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cardona sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Okoye is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4##SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cardona moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Okoye seems to have locked his on tight now - Cardona screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Okoye, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 57
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 17 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 17 losses; Calixto Cardona!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Paulo Santos and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Okoye dives in and scores a takedown into Cardona's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Cardona#SUB2#
Cardona is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoye is aware though and is defending well.
Okoye pushing down on Cardona's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Okoye prevents Cardona from improving his position.
Cardona works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Cardona is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Okoye rolls with it to try and escape but Cardona cranks on the arm and Okoye is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Calixto Cardona!
Calixto Cardona 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:
Bots de Garra 55
Date: Jul 02, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 17 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 25 losses; Tan Zan!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Leandro Rodrigues and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Okoye closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Zan quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Zan#SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye.
Zan tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Zan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Zan can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Zan is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ikemba Okoye!
During a confident post fight interview, Ikemba Okoye thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 53
Date: Jun 25, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 17 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 10 losses; Calan Smith!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye closes the distance and clinches up with Smith, looking for a takedown. Okoye pushes Smith against the ropes but Smith circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Smith tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Smith has taken the fight to the clinch.
Okoye jumps guard but Smith turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Smith drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard.
Smith keeping full guard, as Okoye tries to pass. #SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard. #SUB2#
Smith escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard. #SUB2#
Smith is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Smith is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#T1##SUB2#
Smith is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Smith has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye stands and throws Smith's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (3) vs (0) Smith#SUB#
Okoye wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Smith, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Okoye is trying to get an arm triangle but Smith is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smith is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Smith has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Okoye is trying to get an arm triangle but Smith is defending well. #T2#
Smith is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Okoye has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Smith is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Okoye yanks on the arm and Smith is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Okoye.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
A victorious Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 50
Date: Jun 11, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 14 losses; Calixto Cardona! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 17 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Paulo Santos and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Okoye darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cardona (0) vs (2) Okoye
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.#SUB#
Cardona is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Cardona is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Cardona actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Cardona is defending well.
#T1##SUB2#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Cardona defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Cardona is defending well.
Cardona might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Cardona actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cardona is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Cardona actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Cardona looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Cardona actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Cardona looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Okoye maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Cardona could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Okoye has cracked it and Cardona is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 48
Date: Jun 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 16 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 16 losses; Jack Lynn!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Okoye.
Okoye tries for a takedown but Lynn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Lynn drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Okoye (0) vs (4) Lynn#SUB2#
Lynn tries for a kimura but Okoye is defending well. #SUB2#
Lynn is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Okoye is trying to escape and Lynn transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Okoye is forced to tap! Nice work there by Lynn! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jack Lynn!
Jack Lynn 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:
Bots de Garra 47
Date: Jun 02, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 18 losses; Cole Orion! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 15 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Orion forces Okoye back against the ropes and clinches.
Okoye jumps guard but Orion stands there with Okoye around his waist. Okoye gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Okoye fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD#
Orion wants the takedown. Okoye is fighting it off but Orion persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Okoye's guard against the ropes. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Orion (2) vs (0) Okoye
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Okoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Orion defends it easily.
Orion content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Orion defends easily.
Okoye wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Okoye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Orion gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Orion not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1##SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Orion passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Orion (5) vs (0) Okoye
Okoye is looking to reverse the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Orion'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.
Okoye seems a little lost for a moment, as Orion dominates the positioning.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye is looking for a sweep.
Okoye regains half guard.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Okoye wants to get back to full guard but Orion has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Orion (8) vs (0) Okoye
Orion taking a breather here.
Orion has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Orion'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.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Orion's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Orion! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Okoye has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Cole Orion!
Cole Orion 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:
Bots de Garra 46
Date: Jun 01, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 14 losses; Skjoldr Leifsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 14 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Okoye shoots in but no luck this time.
Okoye fails with a takedown attempt.
Skjoldr Leifsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.
Okoye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Okoye looks for a takedown but Leifsson sprawls well.#CL#
Leifsson moves into the clinch.
Leifsson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Okoye is trying to pull guard but Leifsson turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Okoye tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Leifsson just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Okoye prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
Okoye manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leifsson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Leifsson advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (3) vs (0) Okoye
The referee asks Leifsson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Leifsson prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Okoye is looking for a sweep.
Okoye sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Leifsson trying to control the pace.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Leifsson wants to pass to mount but Okoye is defending the position.
Leifsson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Okoye! Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (6) vs (0) Okoye
Leifsson controlling his opponent.
Okoye tries to improve his position but instead Leifsson has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Leifsson (9) vs (0) Okoye#T2#
Leifsson has the hooks in. Okoye is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Okoye is still trying to improve position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Okoye 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.
A lull in the action here.
Okoye is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Okoye is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Leifsson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Okoye knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Okoye for a finish.
Okoye is trying to break free.
#T3#
Okoye keeps trying to improve his position.
Okoye manages to reverse the position and now he's in Leifsson's guard. Nice work there by Okoye.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leifsson (9) vs (2) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Leifsson dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leifsson (11) vs (2) Okoye
Leifsson is stalling in the full guard.
Leifsson preventing the sweep. #T4##SUB2#
Leifsson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Leifsson has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.
Leifsson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Okoye working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Leifsson has passed into half guard!
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Leifsson moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Okoye. Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (14) vs (2) Okoye
Okoye sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T5#
Okoye wants to get back to full guard but Leifsson has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (17) vs (2) Okoye
Leifsson trying to control the position but Okoye is working away.
Leifsson 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 Okoye's shoulder. That is not cool.
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Leifsson 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 Okoye's shoulder. That is not cool.
Okoye is trying to get back to half guard.#T6#
Okoye being controlled for a moment.
Okoye is trying to improve his position.
Leifsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Okoye keeps working.
Okoye tries to improve position but can't. #T7#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Leifsson trying to control the position but Okoye is working away.
Okoye is looking to reverse the position.
Okoye is letting Leifsson control him for a moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Leifsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Okoye is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Leifsson trying to pass the guard but Okoye defending well.
Leifsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Okoye keeps working.
Leifsson slows the pace down in half guard. #T8#
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.
Leifsson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Okoye! Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (20) vs (2) Okoye
Leifsson trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Okoye tries to improve his position but Leifsson has taken his back! Leifsson has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Okoye tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Leifsson pushes Okoye away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Skjoldr Leifsson!
A very excited looking Skjoldr Leifsson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 45
Date: May 31, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 14 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Serhey Rishkinov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Rishkinov clinches up with Okoye and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Okoye decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Okoye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rishkinov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rishkinov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Okoye wants to sweep here but Rishkinov controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Okoye has an active guard here but Rishkinov has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rishkinov wants to free his trapped foot but Okoye is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Rishkinov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Okoye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rishkinov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye's coaches at Primal Concrete Gym 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.
Rishkinov is keen to just control but Okoye is a slippery customer.#T1##SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Rishkinov is looking to take a break and control but Okoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Rishkinov is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rishkinov to get the leverage.
Okoye moves into full guard.
Okoye wants to sweep here but Rishkinov controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rishkinov is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rishkinov forces his way into half guard.
Okoye is looking for a sweep. Rishkinov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Rishkinov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Okoye has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Rishkinov has control of the leg.
Okoye is working hard here to advance position.
Okoye moves into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Okoye is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Rishkinov#SUB2#
Rishkinov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rishkinov dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Rishkinov
Rishkinov stopping the sweep attempt from Okoye.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye keeping moving, preventing Rishkinov from controlling successfully.
Rishkinov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Okoye haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T3#
Rishkinov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (2) vs (5) Rishkinov
Okoye is not content to let Rishkinov control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Rishkinov trying to control the action but Okoye is working from the bottom.
Okoye tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Rishkinov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rishkinov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Okoye gets back to half guard.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Rishkinov has control of the leg.
Rishkinov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Rishkinov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Rishkinov has control of the leg.
Rishkinov wants to take a breather but Okoye is having none of it.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Okoye is not content to let Rishkinov control the position.
Okoye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rishkinov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rishkinov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (6) vs (5) Rishkinov#SUB#
Okoye looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Rishkinov taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ikemba Okoye!
A relieved looking Ikemba Okoye thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Serhey Rishkinov had this to say: 'I didn't stick to the game plan. I played his game and lost . I'll be back '. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 43
Date: May 29, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 14 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 9 losses; Helmut Stoppelbein!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Seu Braga and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Okoye closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stoppelbein's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Stoppelbein
Okoye sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Stoppelbein's guard. #SUB2#
Stoppelbein is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Stoppelbein is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Okoye in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Stoppelbein tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
Our winner, Ikemba Okoye, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 41
Date: May 28, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 13 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 6 losses; Calan Smith!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Edson Gomes and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye closes this distance looking for a takedown but Smith circles away.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Smith but Smith pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Smith gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Okoye fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ikemba Okoye. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Smith forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.#TD2#
Smith has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Okoye regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Smith
Smith passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (5) Smith
Okoye manages to work his way to half guard, despite Smith's best efforts.
Okoye wants to improve his position but Smith is controlling well.
#SUB#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Smith pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Smith is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Okoye sees it coming and defends easily.
Smith works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (8) Smith#T1#
Smith seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Okoye is holding on tight.
Okoye working to try and regain half guard.
Okoye sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Okoye tries to roll over but Smith keeps him under control.
Okoye's coaches at Primal Concrete Gym 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.
Smith is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Okoye! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (11) Smith#SUB2#
Smith looking to secure an arm triangle but Okoye defends it well.
Smith seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Okoye is holding on tight.
Okoye working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Smith is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Okoye has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Smith has hold of Okoye's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Okoye manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T2##SUB2#
Smith is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Okoye is surviving well by controlling Smith's body position as best he can.
Okoye regains half guard.
Okoye works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Smith tries to free his leg and advance position but Okoye is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Smith can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Smith passes Okoye's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Smith prevents Okoye from improving his position.#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Smith looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3##SUB2#
Smith is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Smith has control of the leg.
Smith works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (14) Smith
Okoye is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Smith is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Okoye has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Okoye manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Okoye makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Okoye.
Smith sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Okoye's guard. #T4##SUB2#
Smith is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Smith pulls his head out easily.
Okoye gets full guard.#SUB#
Okoye is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Smith avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Smith passes into half guard.
Okoye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smith's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smith's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (4) vs (14) Smith#SUB#
Okoye tightening his grip on Smith, looking for the choke.
Smith wants to escape the position.
#T5#
Okoye is trying to stick to Smith's back but Smith is turning into Okoye. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Okoye's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Smith. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (4) vs (16) Smith
Smith tries to free his leg and advance position but Okoye is retaining full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Okoye is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (6) vs (16) Smith#SUB2#
Smith working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Smith escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Smith can't keep his opponent in guard - Okoye advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Smith is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage.
Okoye passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (9) vs (16) Smith#SUB#
Okoye is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Smith to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Smith shrugs it off.
Smith is working to get back to half guard.
#T6##SUB#
Okoye working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Smith is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Okoye is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Smith is surviving well by controlling Okoye's body position as best he can.
Smith is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Okoye looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Smith is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine from mount but Smith is having none of it. #SUB#
Okoye looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Smith is trying desperately to improve position.#T7##SUB#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Smith is looking to improve his position but Okoye isn't that keen on the idea.
Smith keeps trying to improve his position.
Smith slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
Smith wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
Smith moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T8##SUB#
Okoye 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.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okoye won't allow Smith to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Okoye 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.
Okoye pushing down on Smith's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Smith slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Okoye 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. #T9##SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Smith is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smith has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Smith's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard. #SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #T10##SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Smith working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smith has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Smith's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Smith working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T11##SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard. #SUB2#
Smith had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.#SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard. #SUB2#
Smith throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Smith looking for a guillotine here but Okoye defends easily.
#T12##SUB2#
Smith escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Smith looks winded!#SUB2#
Smith is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Smith has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Smith's guard. #T13##SUB2#
Smith had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.#SUB2#
Smith had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Smith looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Okoye 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. #T14#
Okoye is pushing down on Smith's leg trying to pass to half guard. Smith is fighting to maintain full guard but Okoye has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Smith looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (12) vs (16) Smith#SUB#
Smith defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Okoye.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Okoye working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Smith wins on points by 16 to 12. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 39
Date: May 26, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 12 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Thomas Bennett!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Luis Engracia and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bennett sprawls well. Bennett wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Okoye gets slowly back to his feet.
Okoye shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Bennett feints and as Okoye raises his hands in defense, Bennett changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Bennett#SUB2#
Bennett thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Bennett thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Okoye seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Bennett 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.
Okoye is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Bennett defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Bennett defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Okoye is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Bennett#T1##SUB2#
Bennett has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Bennett working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Bennett is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Bennett is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Bennett working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bennett can't keep his opponent in guard - Okoye advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Bennett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Bennett looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bennett has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Bennett actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Bennett looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Bennett defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Bennett actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bennett doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye. #SUB#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bennett sees it coming and defends easily.
Bennett is looking to improve his position.
Bennett keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Bennett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Okoye is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Bennett! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (2) Bennett
Bennett gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bennett manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Bennett working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
#SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Bennett is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoye is aware though and is defending well.#T5##SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Okoye is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Bennett is looking to cinch up a triangle. Okoye throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Bennett's body to avoid the submission. Bennett has instead reached around Okoye's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Bennett arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Thomas Bennett!
Thomas Bennett bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 38
Date: May 25, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 12 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 19 losses; Tan Zan!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Thiago Cunha and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Okoye closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Okoye lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Zan#SUB2#
Zan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoye is aware though and is defending well.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zan is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Zan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Zan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zan manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Zan's guard. #SUB2#
Zan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoye is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Zan's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Zan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Okoye 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.
Okoye sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Zan's guard. #T1##SUB#
Okoye is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Zan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zan defends it well. #SUB2#
Zan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Zan defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Zan actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zan sees it coming and defends easily.#T2##SUB#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Zan is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Zan actively working from the bottom here.
Zan gets back to full guard.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Zan is keeping the position.#SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Zan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zan manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Zan's guard. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Zan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Okoye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Zan looking for a guillotine here but Okoye defends easily.
#SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Zan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Zan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Okoye defends well.#T4##SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Zan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zan manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Zan's guard. #SUB#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Zan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zan manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Zan's guard. #SUB2#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Zan's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Zan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoye is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Okoye 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.
Okoye pushes down on Zan's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T5#
Zan won't allow Okoye to pass to mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Zan tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#SUB#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Zan could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Okoye has cracked it and Zan is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
Our winner, Ikemba Okoye, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 36
Date: May 23, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 13 losses; Jack Lynn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 11 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Luis Engracia and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lynn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Okoye fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lynn stuffs the takedown.
Jack Lynn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.#TD#
Lynn fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Okoye to the ground. Lynn is now in Okoye's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lynn (2) vs (0) Okoye
Lynn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okoye is keeping the position for now.
Okoye looking for a sweep. Not yet Okoye, not yet. #SUB#
Lynn drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lynn jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lynn looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Okoye is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lynn (2) vs (2) Okoye
Okoye looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lynn has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Okoye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Okoye stopping the sweep attempt from Lynn.#SUB#
Lynn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.#T1#
Okoye forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Lynn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lynn is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #T2##SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Lynn is defending well.
Lynn is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lynn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lynn is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold.
Lynn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lynn looking for a sweep. Not yet Lynn, not yet. #SUB2#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T3#
Lynn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Okoye's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lynn (4) vs (2) Okoye
Lynn works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Lynn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Okoye defends it well. #SUB#
Lynn is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
#SUB#
Lynn is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lynn to get the leverage. #SUB#
Lynn is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Lynn wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lynn seems to be working for a kimura but Okoye defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Lynn has control of the leg. #T4#
Okoye moves into full guard.
Okoye wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Okoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lynn defends it easily.
Okoye can't keep his opponent in guard - Lynn advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've been hearing that Lynn has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Okoye moves into full guard.
#T5##SUB#
Lynn drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Lynn off! Lynn jumps back into Okoye's guard.
Lynn passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Lynn.
#SUB#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Lynn.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Lynn has control of the leg. #T6#
Okoye is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Lynn 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.
Lynn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Lynn wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold.
Okoye is pressing down on Lynn's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Okoye is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Lynn defends easily.
#T7#
Lynn is pushing down on Okoye's leg trying to pass to half guard. Okoye is fighting to maintain full guard but Lynn has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Lynn is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lynn wants to free his trapped foot but Okoye is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Okoye moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lynn is aware though and is defending well.
Lynn won't allow Okoye to sweep him here.
Lynn pushing down on Okoye's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Lynn seems to be working for a kimura but Okoye defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Lynn is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
#SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T8##SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye is looking for a sweep. Lynn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lynn seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Okoye manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Okoye wants to sweep but no luck.
Lynn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lynn slips nicely into half guard.#T9##SUB#
Lynn is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Lynn is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lynn to get the leverage.
The fighters are battling for position here. Okoye manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Lynn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Lynn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lynn pushes down on Okoye's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Lynn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Okoye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lynn. #SUB#
Lynn is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#T10#
Okoye makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Okoye.
Lynn advances to half guard.
Okoye slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Lynn thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lynn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okoye is keeping the position for now.
Lynn pushing down on Okoye's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Lynn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Okoye 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.
Lynn is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Lynn is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#T11##SUB#
Lynn wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lynn is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Lynn seems to be working for a kimura but Okoye defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold.
Okoye moves into full guard.
#T12#
Lynn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Lynn thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Lynn thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lynn looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Okoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lynn defends it easily.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Lynn defends easily.
Lynn pushing down on Okoye's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Okoye wants to improve his position but Lynn is controlling well.
#T13##SUB#
Lynn seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lynn pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold.
Okoye manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lynn defends well.#SUB#
Lynn drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lynn jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lynn is pushing down on Okoye's leg trying to pass to half guard. Okoye is fighting to maintain full guard but Lynn has managed to sneak the leg through.#T14##SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lynn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Okoye gets full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Lynn drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Lynn off! Lynn jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB2#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lynn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Lynn thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Lynn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lynn has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lynn takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Jack Lynn thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 32
Date: May 19, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 10 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Tobi Terrorelli!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Okoye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Terrorelli as he jumps to the side.
Nice sprawl there from Terrorelli as Okoye shoots in.
Terrorelli is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Okoye with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Terrorelli counters with a nice double leg into side control. Okoye won't be happy with that. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Okoye (0) vs (4) Terrorelli
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ikemba Okoye. That's going to take a lot out of him.#SUB2#
Terrorelli tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Terrorelli has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Terrorelli is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Okoye knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Terrorelli tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Terrorelli is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Okoye has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Terrorelli wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Terrorelli is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Okoye knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Okoye is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Terrorelli off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (4) vs (4) Terrorelli
Terrorelli tries to escape the position.
#SUB#
Okoye is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Terrorelli knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Terrorelli for a finish. #SUB#
Okoye looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Okoye working for the choke.
Terrorelli is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Okoye patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Okoye looking for the RNC.
Terrorelli tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Okoye is working for a guillotine from mount but Terrorelli frees his head quite easily.
#T2#
Terrorelli regains half guard.
Terrorelli is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Okoye is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye prevents Terrorelli from improving his position.
Terrorelli regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Terrorelli has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Terrorelli looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Terrorelli looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Terrorelli looks winded!
Okoye stands and throws Terrorelli's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (7) vs (4) Terrorelli#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Terrorelli has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Okoye working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Okoye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Okoye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Terrorelli tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
Terrorelli sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Terrorelli wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
#SUB#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Terrorelli sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Terrorelli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Terrorelli is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Terrorelli is pressing down on Okoye's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T5##SUB2#
Terrorelli is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Terrorelli throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Terrorelli wants to sweep here but Okoye controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Terrorelli looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T6##SUB2#
Terrorelli has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Okoye has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Terrorelli looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Okoye is defending well. Terrorelli quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Okoye has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Terrorelli celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tobi Terrorelli!
Tobi Terrorelli 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:
Bots de Garra 31
Date: May 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 9 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 9 losses; Skjoldr Leifsson!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Leifsson clinches. #TD#
Okoye decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Leifsson defends well.
Leifsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Okoye looking for a sweep. Not yet Okoye, not yet.
Okoye has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Leifsson has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (3) Leifsson
Okoye is looking for a sweep.
Okoye seems a little lost for a moment, as Leifsson dominates the positioning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leifsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Okoye keeps working.
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Leifsson is looking to take a break and control but Okoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Okoye tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Okoye manages to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Leifsson in particular looking to stall.
It looks like Leifsson 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.
Okoye works his way to full guard. Good work.
Leifsson pushes down on Okoye's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Okoye is staying active underneath Leifsson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2##SUB#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Leifsson pulls his head out easily.
Leifsson is trying to control. Okoye wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye manages to get to full guard.
Okoye looking to hit a scissor sweep but Leifsson is one step ahead there.
Leifsson stands and throws Okoye's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (6) Leifsson
Okoye seems a little lost for a moment, as Leifsson dominates the positioning.
Okoye is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Leifsson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
My spies in HELLCADEMY BJJ inform me that Leifsson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Leifsson moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Okoye. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (9) Leifsson#T3#
Okoye is looking to reverse the position.
Okoye is working hard here to advance position.
Leifsson trying to control the position but Okoye is working away.
Okoye is looking to regain half guard here but Leifsson keeps moving and retains side control.
Okoye gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T4#
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard but Leifsson has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (12) Leifsson
Okoye is looking to get to half guard.
Leifsson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Okoye to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Okoye (0) vs (15) Leifsson
Okoye tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Leifsson looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Okoye taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Skjoldr Leifsson!
After winning the bout, Skjoldr Leifsson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 30
Date: May 17, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Serhey Rishkinov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 9 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rishkinov defends well and Okoye ends up having to push Rishkinov into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Rishkinov rushes Okoye and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#TD#
Rishkinov has picked Okoye up - he's going for a ride! Rishkinov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rishkinov (2) vs (0) Okoye
Okoye tries to roll over but Rishkinov keeps him under control.
Okoye is not content to let Rishkinov control the position.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rishkinov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Okoye has managed to free his arm - good work.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Rishkinov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Okoye sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Rishkinov.
#T1#
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Rishkinov has control of the leg.
Rishkinov wants to pass the guard but Okoye is defending well. #SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
Okoye 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.#SUB#
Rishkinov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Okoye defends it well.
Rishkinov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rishkinov (5) vs (0) Okoye
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Okoye can't escape the position.
Okoye is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Okoye is squirming around, avoiding Rishkinov's attempts to control the action.
Okoye is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rishkinov looking to control but Okoye is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Okoye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Okoye keeps trying to improve his position.#T3##SUB#
Rishkinov has hold of Okoye's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Okoye manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Okoye is squirming around, avoiding Rishkinov's attempts to control the action.
Okoye tries to reverse the position but Rishkinov maintains control.#SUB#
Rishkinov wants to finish this one by submission but Okoye is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Rishkinov.
Okoye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rishkinov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Okoye is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Okoye defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rishkinov. #T4#
Okoye manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
Rishkinov is looking to take a break and control but Okoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rishkinov pulls his head out easily.
Rishkinov is trying to control. Okoye wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Rishkinov controlling the action here.
Rishkinov wants to take a breather but Okoye is having none of it. #SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye is trying to get back to full guard.#T5##SUB#
Rishkinov is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rishkinov to get the leverage.
Rishkinov is keen to just control but Okoye is a slippery customer.
Okoye moves into full guard.
Rishkinov is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Okoye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rishkinov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Okoye is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Rishkinov rolls with it to try and escape but Okoye cranks on the arm and Rishkinov is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Serhey Rishkinov had this to say: 'I didn't stick to the game plan. I played his game and lost . I'll be back '. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 29
Date: May 16, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 0 losses; Giovanni De Rossi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and De Rossi counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by De Rossi.
Okoye is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables De Rossi to keep the fight standing.#TD#
De Rossi successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
De Rossi has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Rossi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Rossi keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
Okoye might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control De Rossi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Rossi is trying to control the position but Okoye postures up.
Okoye must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Rossi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Okoye passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (0) vs (3) Okoye
De Rossi is looking for a sweep.
De Rossi is not content to let Okoye control the position. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. De Rossi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
De Rossi gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: De Rossi (0) vs (5) Okoye#T2#
De Rossi tries to lock up and control but Okoye gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
De Rossi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
De Rossi wants to control but Okoye is having none of it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Okoye is stalling here but it's allowed De Rossi to get half guard.
Okoye trying to control from half guard but De Rossi is working away. #T3#
De Rossi trying to control but Okoye postures up.
#SUB2#
Okoye 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.
De Rossi is controlling Okoye's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T4##SUB#
De Rossi actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Okoye is working for a kimura but De Rossi is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, De Rossi has managed to free his arm - good work.
De Rossi tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg. #T5#
Okoye is trying to control. De Rossi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Okoye is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Okoye has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (0) vs (8) Okoye
De Rossi tries to lock up and control but Okoye gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6##SUB2#
Okoye jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… De Rossi is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by De Rossi and Okoye has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. De Rossi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Okoye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Okoye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T7#
De Rossi trying to remain calm as Okoye controls from the top position.
Okoye wants to control but De Rossi is keeping him busy.
De Rossi wants to control but Okoye postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from De Rossi'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.
Okoye wants to control but De Rossi is keeping him busy.
De Rossi holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T8#
De Rossi sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
De Rossi looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye controlling the action here.
Okoye passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for De Rossi! Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (0) vs (11) Okoye#T9#
De Rossi is trying to reverse the position but instead Okoye has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: De Rossi (0) vs (14) Okoye
Okoye has the hooks in. De Rossi is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Okoye avoiding De Rossi 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB2#
Okoye is persistently looking for the submission but De Rossi is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Okoye has got one arm under De Rossi's chin. This could be trouble... De Rossi trying to control the other hand but Okoye gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, De Rossi has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ikemba Okoye!
After winning the bout, Ikemba Okoye thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 27
Date: May 14, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 7 losses; Skjoldr Leifsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 9 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Okoye fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Leifsson sprawls well initially but Okoye persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Leifsson (0) vs (2) Okoye
Leifsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Leifsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Leifsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Okoye wants to take a breather but Leifsson is having none of it. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Leifsson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Leifsson is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Okoye wants to take a breather but Leifsson is having none of it. #SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Leifsson defends it well. #SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.
Okoye wants to free his trapped foot but Leifsson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Leifsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Leifsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Leifsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Leifsson is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2##SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Leifsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Leifsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB#
Leifsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Leifsson's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye wants to take a breather but Leifsson is having none of it.
Okoye moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (0) vs (5) Okoye
Leifsson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leifsson (2) vs (5) Okoye
Okoye wants to control but Leifsson is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Leifsson wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Leifsson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Leifsson eventually gives up the hold. #T4##SUB#
Leifsson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Leifsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye gets full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Leifsson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Leifsson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Okoye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Leifsson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Leifsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T5##SUB#
Leifsson drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Leifsson off! Leifsson jumps back into Okoye's guard.
Leifsson wants to pass the guard but Okoye is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Okoye has his foot on Leifsson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Leifsson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Leifsson 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.
Okoye trying to keep a closed guard but Leifsson is proving a slippery customer.
Leifsson passes Okoye's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Leifsson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Okoye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Leifsson. #T6#
Okoye tries to roll over but Leifsson keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Okoye wants to control but Leifsson is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Leifsson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Leifsson eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Leifsson is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#T7##SUB#
Leifsson is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
Okoye moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Leifsson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Okoye working for a triangle but Leifsson defends it easily.
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Leifsson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Leifsson drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Leifsson off! Leifsson jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Leifsson defends well.#T8##SUB#
Leifsson drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Leifsson off! Leifsson jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB#
Leifsson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Okoye looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Leifsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Okoye can't keep his opponent in guard - Leifsson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Leifsson to get the leverage. #T9##SUB#
Leifsson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Leifsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Leifsson is working for a submission of some sort.
Leifsson is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Leifsson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.#T10##SUB#
Leifsson is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
Leifsson is thwarting Okoye's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Leifsson pulls his head out easily.
Leifsson is thwarting Okoye's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Leifsson seems to be working for a kimura but Okoye defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Leifsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye tries to roll over but Leifsson keeps him under control.#T11##SUB#
Leifsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Leifsson is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.#T12##SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Leifsson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Leifsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Leifsson is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T13##SUB#
Leifsson seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Leifsson to get the leverage. #SUB#
Leifsson is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Leifsson wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Leifsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T14##SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Okoye defends it well. #SUB#
Leifsson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye is concentrating on defense, preventing Leifsson from advancing position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Leifsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye is looking to control Leifsson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okoye avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Okoye wins on points by 5 to 2.
A victorious Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 26
Date: May 13, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 8 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Principo Adam!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Alexandre Firmino and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Adam gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Okoye tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Adam just stands there and leans against the ropes.#TD2#
Adam pulls Okoye into guard.
Adam keeping full guard, as Okoye tries to pass. #SUB2#
Adam is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Adam is keeping the position for now.
Adam looking to hit a scissor sweep but Okoye is one step ahead there.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Adam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Adam has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Okoye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Adam had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Adam keeps moving.
Adam wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Okoye wants to control from the top but Adam keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Adam is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Adam
Adam is looking to advance position but Okoye has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (4) vs (2) Adam#SUB#
Okoye looking to secure an arm triangle but Adam defends it well.
Adam is desperately trying to improve his position but Okoye has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Okoye prevents Adam from getting the reversal.
Adam regains half guard.#T2#
Adam wants to get back to full guard.
Adam keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Adam is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage.
Adam 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.
Adam gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Adam has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Adam keeps moving. #SUB2#
Adam is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Okoye looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Adam is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Adam manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Okoye manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (4) vs (4) Adam#T3##SUB#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Adam passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (4) vs (7) Adam#SUB2#
Adam goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Okoye has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Adam but great work by Okoye. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (8) vs (7) Adam#SUB#
Okoye tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Adam is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Okoye off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (8) vs (11) Adam#SUB2#
Adam is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Okoye is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Principo Adam!
Principo Adam decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 25
Date: May 12, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 11 losses; Malcolm King! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 8 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Leandro Rodrigues and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts King as he jumps to the side. #TD#
King fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Okoye to the ground. King is now in Okoye's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: King (2) vs (0) Okoye
King wants to pass the guard but Okoye is keeping the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye trying to keep a closed guard but King is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but King can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
King advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: King (5) vs (0) Okoye
Okoye tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
King is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well. #SUB#
King working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Okoye sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
King wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
King is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
King is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Okoye has managed to free his arm - good work.
King is thwarting Okoye's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
King looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T2##SUB#
King seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
King is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Okoye defends it well. #SUB#
King is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
King is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Okoye is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! King is tapping! Great win for Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 24
Date: May 11, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 7 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Rupert Helenius!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Alexandre Firmino and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice takedown defense from Helenius. No joy for Okoye on that attempt.
Okoye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Helenius sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Helenius tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Helenius scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Okoye (0) vs (4) Helenius
Okoye tries to buck Helenius off but Helenius is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Okoye's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Helenius is working to tighten his grip on Okoye's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Okoye has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Helenius is really squeezing tight and eventually Okoye passes out! Helenius breaks the hold and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rupert Helenius!
Rupert Helenius 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:
Bots de Garra 23
Date: May 10, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 11 losses; Shogun Silva! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Felipe Paraventi and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Silva gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva (0) vs (2) Okoye#SUB#
Silva has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Okoye forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Silva is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Okoye moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Silva. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (0) vs (5) Okoye
Silva tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silva manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Silva actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
Okoye uses his free foot to push down on Silva's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Silva. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (0) vs (8) Okoye#T1##SUB2#
Okoye looking for a guillotine from mount but Silva is having none of it.
Silva stops Okoye from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Okoye trying to control but Silva is having none of it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Okoye jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Silva manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Silva tries to buck Okoye off but Okoye is having none of it.
Okoye trying to control the action but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Silva is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silva is looking for a sweep. Okoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Silva looking for subs from the bottom but Okoye mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (0) vs (11) Okoye
Okoye mounts Silva! Really nice guard pass there!
Okoye looking to control but Silva is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Silva is wriggling around trying to escape.
Okoye wants to control the pace but Silva is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Okoye working for a guillotine from mount but Silva is in no mood to give up.
Silva regains half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Silva is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Silva does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Okoye in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Silva tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
During a confident post fight interview, Ikemba Okoye thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 22
Date: May 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Giovanni De Rossi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Luis Engracia and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye shoots for a double leg takedown but De Rossi sprawls well. He's pushed Okoye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Okoye is defended easily by De Rossi.
Okoye shoots for a double leg takedown but De Rossi sprawls well. He's pushed Okoye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
De Rossi attempts a counter takedown but Okoye avoids it well and moves away.
Giovanni De Rossi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.#CL#
De Rossi moves into range and clinches up with Okoye.
Okoye tries to pull guard but De Rossi won't allow it.
#TD#
De Rossi manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
De Rossi trying to control the position.
#SUB#
De Rossi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Rossi is trying to keep Okoye in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Okoye 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. #T1#
De Rossi keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Okoye drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Okoye jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Okoye looking to pass the guard.
De Rossi pulls Okoye in close to prevent any damage.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Rossi is keeping the position for now.
De Rossi keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB#
De Rossi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Okoye stands and throws De Rossi's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (0) vs (3) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Okoye tries to move to mount but De Rossi blocks the move with his legs.
You can see the frustration on De Rossi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Okoye trying to control the action but De Rossi is working from the bottom. #T3#
De Rossi wants to control but Okoye postures up.#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but De Rossi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
De Rossi regains half guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, De Rossi has managed to free his arm - good work.
De Rossi trying to control but Okoye postures up.
Okoye is pressing down on De Rossi's thigh, looking to free his foot. De Rossi is holding on for now. #T4#
Okoye has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (0) vs (6) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye is working for a guillotine from mount but De Rossi frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
Okoye looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
Okoye moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, De Rossi has worked his arm free - good work by De Rossi!
We've been hearing good reports from De Rossi's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Okoye goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, De Rossi rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Okoye's guard! Nice work there by De Rossi! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Rossi (2) vs (6) Okoye#T5#
De Rossi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a triangle but De Rossi pushes his legs off easily.
De Rossi postures up.
Okoye keeping moving, preventing De Rossi from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Okoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. De Rossi defends it easily.#T6##SUB2#
Okoye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Rossi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
De Rossi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, De Rossi has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but De Rossi defends easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
De Rossi is pushing down on Okoye's leg trying to pass to half guard. Okoye is fighting to maintain full guard but De Rossi has managed to sneak the leg through.#T7#
De Rossi stalling.
Okoye is refusing to be controlled, as De Rossi sits in half guard.
Okoye wants to control but De Rossi is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for a kimura from the bottom but De Rossi passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (5) vs (6) Okoye
De Rossi in side control, just content to control the action for now.
De Rossi working away.#T8#
Okoye is letting De Rossi control him for a moment.
De Rossi is looking to take a break and control but Okoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
De Rossi working away.#T9#
Okoye is looking to reverse the position.
Okoye struggling a bit here.#SUB#
De Rossi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no De Rossi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Okoye tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but De Rossi presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: De Rossi (7) vs (6) Okoye
De Rossi wants to control the pace but Okoye is squirming around nicely.
Okoye tries to hold on but De Rossi pushes him away. #T10#
De Rossi mounts Okoye! Really nice guard pass there!
De Rossi tries to control but Okoye wriggling away.
Okoye is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
De Rossi trying to control but Okoye is having none of it.
De Rossi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T11#
Okoye tries to lock up and control but De Rossi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
De Rossi content just to control the position here.
Okoye working to try and regain half guard.
De Rossi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
De Rossi'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.
Okoye is in all sorts of trouble here.
De Rossi tries to control but Okoye wriggling away. #T12#
De Rossi wants to take Okoye's back here but Okoye is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Okoye is trying desperately to improve position.
Okoye is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Okoye tries to hold on but De Rossi pushes him away.
De Rossi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Okoye working to try and regain half guard.
De Rossi moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: De Rossi (10) vs (6) Okoye#T13#
Okoye just trying to survive but De Rossi is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Okoye is really stuck here.
De Rossi controlling from the back.
Okoye rolls, trying to escape but De Rossi keeps control of the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. De Rossi controlling the positon.
Okoye trying to control the hands but De Rossi breaks the grip.
Okoye is in bad spot here.
#T14#
De Rossi biding his time, looking for the opening.
Okoye prevents De Rossi from getting a body triangle.
Okoye is in bad spot here.
Okoye is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get De Rossi off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Rossi controls the position.
De Rossi not allowing Okoye to control his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
De Rossi takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
Our winner, Giovanni De Rossi, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 21
Date: May 08, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 4 losses; Skjoldr Leifsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 5 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Leifsson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Okoye to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Leifsson (0) vs (2) Okoye
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Leifsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Okoye looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Leifsson pushes a forearm under Okoye's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Okoye is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Skjoldr Leifsson!
A very excited looking Skjoldr Leifsson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 20
Date: May 07, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 4 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 20 losses; Donald Trump!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Felipe Paraventi and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Trump shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Trump#SUB2#
Trump is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Trump tries to pass the half guard into mount. Okoye knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Trump is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Okoye sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Trump is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trump pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Trump is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Trump is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Trump is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T1#
Okoye gets full guard.#SUB2#
Trump thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Trump drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Trump off! Trump jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB#
Okoye is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Okoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Trump defends it easily.#SUB#
Okoye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Trump doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Trump manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Okoye is trying to control the position but Trump postures up.
Okoye seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T2#
Trump slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (5) Trump#SUB2#
Trump is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Okoye has escaped the position, nice work there.
Okoye can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Trump looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Okoye tries to bench press Trump off him but Trump keeps the position. #SUB2#
Trump is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Okoye is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Trump working away.#SUB2#
Trump has hold of Okoye's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Okoye seems comfortable defending it but Trump has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Okoye is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Okoye is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Trump couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Donald Trump!
Donald Trump thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 19
Date: May 06, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Juha Ahokas!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Emerson Jorge and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ahokas shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Okoye is trying to defend but Ahokas finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Ahokas
Okoye trying to hold on to Ahokas's head to control him but Ahokas postures up.
#SUB2#
Ahokas is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Okoye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ahokas.
Okoye is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Ahokas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Ahokas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Ahokas thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Ahokas defends easily.
Okoye controls Ahokas momentarily but Ahokas frees himself. #T1##SUB#
Okoye throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Okoye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ahokas doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ahokas manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahokas jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Ahokas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ahokas has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahokas jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Ahokas 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. #T2##SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahokas jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahokas jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Ahokas thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Okoye looking for a sweep. Not yet Okoye, not yet. #SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahokas jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Ahokas has gone for a leg lock! Okoye slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ahokas's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Ahokas#SUB2#
Okoye is sitting in close to Ahokas's body. Ahokas has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Okoye is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Okoye is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Ahokas.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Juha Ahokas!
Our winner, Juha Ahokas, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 17
Date: May 04, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Jordan Lisko!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Daniel Cesar and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Okoye is defended easily by Lisko.#TD2#
Lisko decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Lisko#SUB2#
Lisko is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Okoye is just riding it out for now. Lisko eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Lisko is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye trying to control but Lisko postures up.
Okoye's coaches at Primal Concrete Gym 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.#SUB#
Okoye actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Lisko.
#T1##SUB2#
Lisko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Okoye is controlling Lisko's trapped leg to prevent Lisko from advancing to side control.
Okoye is looking to control Lisko's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okoye avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lisko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Okoye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lisko. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lisko looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Lisko is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2##SUB#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Lisko.
#SUB2#
Lisko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Okoye regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Lisko drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Okoye dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Lisko#SUB2#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lisko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Lisko's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Okoye wants to control from the top but Lisko keeps moving.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Lisko is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Lisko throws his legs up looking for a submission but Okoye uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (2) Lisko
Okoye tries to advance to mount but Lisko denies him.
Lisko is looking to reverse the position.
Lisko sneaks back into half guard.
Okoye trying to mount his opponent but Lisko defends it. #T4#
Lisko tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg. #SUB#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Lisko is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage.
Okoye is trying to control. Lisko wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lisko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Lisko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Lisko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lisko is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#SUB2#
Lisko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5##SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lisko is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Lisko is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage.
Lisko is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Lisko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lisko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Lisko is defending well.
#T6##SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Lisko defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Lisko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye 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.
Okoye trying to control from half guard but Lisko is working away. #T7##SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions off his back.
Lisko tries to get to full guard but Okoye has control of the leg. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lisko doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye.
Okoye is pressing down on Lisko's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lisko is holding on for now. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Lisko is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions off his back.
Lisko is not content to let Okoye control the position.#T8##SUB#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
Okoye is pressing down on Lisko's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lisko is holding on for now. #SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Lisko defends the submission attempt.
Lisko tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.
Lisko tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.
Lisko manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Lisko throws his legs up looking for a submission but Okoye uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (8) vs (2) Lisko
Lisko looks winded!#T9##SUB#
Okoye wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lisko, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Okoye tries for a kimura but Lisko is defending well.
Lisko is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Okoye off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Okoye (8) vs (6) Lisko#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to defend against the choke here but Lisko has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Lisko Tightens the hold and Okoye taps out furiously! Lisko displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jordan Lisko!
Our winner, Jordan Lisko, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 15
Date: May 02, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 33 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 1 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Daniel Cesar and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye dives in for a single leg takedown but Diesel sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Okoye has a takedown stuffed.
Okoye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diesel swivels and escapes.
Kurt Diesel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.#TD#
Diesel closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Diesel (4) vs (0) Okoye
Diesel has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Diesel (6) vs (0) Okoye#SUB#
Diesel has control of Okoye's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Okoye regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Diesel looking for a guillotine from mount but Okoye is having none of it.
Diesel 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.
Diesel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Okoye is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye is trying to escape the mount.
Okoye tries to hold on but Diesel postures up.#T1##SUB#
Diesel jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Okoye manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Okoye is looking for a sweep.
Diesel working away.#SUB#
Diesel is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Okoye is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Okoye is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Diesel is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well. #T2##SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Diesel working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Diesel working away.
Okoye 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.
The referee asks Diesel politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Diesel prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB#
Diesel goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Okoye has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Diesel but great work by Okoye. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Diesel (6) vs (4) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Diesel rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Okoye's guard! Nice work there by Diesel! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (8) vs (4) Okoye
Diesel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okoye is keeping the position for now.
Diesel passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (11) vs (4) Okoye
Okoye gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye is looking to control Diesel's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okoye avoid being mounted?
Okoye tries to roll over but Diesel keeps him under control.
Okoye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Diesel's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Diesel's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Diesel (11) vs (8) Okoye#SUB2#
Diesel is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Diesel tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Okoye has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T4#
Okoye doesn't have the hooks in and Diesel manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (13) vs (8) Okoye
Diesel tries to free his leg and advance position but Okoye is retaining full guard.
Diesel wants to control from the top but Okoye keeps moving. #SUB#
Diesel drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Diesel jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Diesel sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Okoye's guard.
Diesel controlling the action here.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Diesel wants to take a breather but Okoye is having none of it. #SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5##SUB#
Diesel wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Diesel has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (16) vs (8) Okoye
Okoye is looking to improve his position but Diesel isn't that keen on the idea.
Okoye tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Okoye is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Diesel is working for a guillotine from mount but Okoye frees his head quite easily.
Okoye is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Diesel trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Okoye defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Diesel.
Diesel looking to control but Okoye is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Diesel has hold of Okoye's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Okoye manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Okoye tries to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Okoye is looking to escape. #SUB#
Diesel has control of Okoye's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Okoye regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T7#
Okoye tries to lock up and control but Diesel gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Okoye is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Diesel is staying active.
Okoye is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Diesel working for a guillotine from mount but Okoye is in no mood to give up.
Okoye is squirming around, avoiding Diesel's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Diesel goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Okoye turns into him and now he's in Diesel's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (16) vs (10) Okoye
Diesel keeping full guard, as Okoye tries to pass. #T8#
Okoye preventing the sweep.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
Okoye is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Diesel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Okoye postures up.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Diesel keeps moving. #T9##SUB#
Diesel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.
Okoye looking to pass the guard.
Diesel is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Okoye trying to control but Diesel is working from the bottom.
Diesel wants to sweep but no luck. #T10##SUB#
Diesel is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Okoye defends well.
Diesel is trying to keep Okoye in close.
#SUB#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diesel has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Diesel's legs - danger averted.
Okoye won't allow Diesel to sweep him here.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Diesel keeps moving. #T11#
Diesel looking to control.
#SUB#
Diesel throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Okoye has gone for a leg lock! Diesel slips out almost immediately though and dives into Okoye's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (18) vs (10) Okoye
Okoye wants to sweep here but Diesel controlling him for the moment.
Diesel tries to free his leg and advance position but Okoye is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Diesel defends well.#T12##SUB2#
Okoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Diesel defends it easily.#SUB2#
Okoye is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Okoye looks winded!
Diesel wants to control from the top but Okoye keeps moving.
Okoye trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Okoye has his foot on Diesel's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Diesel works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Diesel got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Diesel has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.#T13#
Diesel passes Okoye's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Diesel performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Diesel is trying to control. Okoye wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Diesel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Diesel is looking to advance position but Okoye won't allow it. #T14##SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Diesel is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Diesel is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Diesel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diesel takes the fight on points by 18 to 10.
Kurt Diesel retains his super heavyweight title!
Kurt Diesel decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 14
Date: May 01, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 1 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Juha Ahokas!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Leandro Rodrigues and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ahokas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Okoye sprawls well initially but Ahokas persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Ahokas#SUB2#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Ahokas.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ahokas is looking for submissions but instead, Okoye has regained full guard.
#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Okoye working for a triangle but Ahokas defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahokas jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahokas passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (0) vs (5) Ahokas#SUB2#
Ahokas is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Ahokas working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Okoye can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Ahokas tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Okoye manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (5) Ahokas#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ahokas actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Ahokas is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ahokas does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (5) Ahokas
Okoye tries to control but Ahokas wriggling away.
Ahokas keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Okoye has control of Ahokas's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ahokas regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Okoye looking to secure an arm triangle but Ahokas defends it well. #T3#
Ahokas slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ahokas wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Ahokas is defending well. #SUB2#
Ahokas actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ahokas is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Ahokas is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Ahokas is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4##SUB#
Okoye is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Ahokas is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Ahokas is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Ahokas is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T5##SUB#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Ahokas is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ahokas is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ahokas is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Ahokas is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ahokas has managed to free his arm - good work.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Ahokas is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T6#
Ahokas slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Okoye trying to control but Ahokas is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ahokas looking for a guillotine here but Okoye defends easily.
Ahokas keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ahokas is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Okoye defends well.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Ahokas keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ahokas has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Okoye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Okoye advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (8) vs (5) Ahokas#T7#
Ahokas manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ahokas is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
Okoye is trying to control. Ahokas wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Ahokas looking for submissions off his back.
Ahokas is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Ahokas is defending it quite comfortably.
#T8#
Okoye passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (11) vs (5) Ahokas
Ahokas is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Okoye looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Ahokas sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Okoye pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (14) vs (5) Ahokas#SUB#
Okoye wants to finish this one by submission but Ahokas is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Okoye.
Ahokas is desperately trying to improve his position but Okoye has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Okoye has control of Ahokas's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ahokas regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Ahokas is desperately trying to improve his position but Okoye has a good base and remains in mount.#T9##SUB#
Okoye jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ahokas manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Ahokas manages to work his way to half guard, despite Okoye's best efforts.
Okoye trying to control from half guard but Ahokas is working away. #SUB#
Ahokas is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ahokas does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Ahokas actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking for submissions off his back.#T10#
Ahokas slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahokas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ahokas is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ahokas keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ahokas had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ahokas looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Okoye has picked Ahokas up and slammed him! Ahokas can't keep hold of the triangle and Okoye manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (17) vs (5) Ahokas
Ahokas looks winded!#T11#
Ahokas gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Okoye (19) vs (5) Ahokas
Ahokas is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ahokas bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (19) vs (7) Ahokas
Ahokas stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Ahokas drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Ahokas off! Ahokas jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ahokas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Ahokas drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Okoye dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (21) vs (7) Ahokas#T12#
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ahokas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Okoye stands and throws Ahokas's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (24) vs (7) Ahokas
Okoye happy to just control the position for now.
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ahokas keeps working.
Ahokas manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye is trying to control the action in half guard but Ahokas is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T13##SUB2#
Ahokas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye trying to control the action but Ahokas is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ahokas with the active half guard here but Okoye passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (27) vs (7) Ahokas
Ahokas is not content to let Okoye control the position. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ahokas has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ahokas tries to buck Okoye off but Okoye is having none of it.#T14#
Ahokas is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ahokas sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Ahokas is defending it quite comfortably.
Okoye is controlling the pace.
Ahokas slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Ahokas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ahokas is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
Okoye takes the fight on points by 27 to 7.
Ikemba Okoye thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 13
Date: Apr 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 1 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Shogun Silva!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Silva shoots in but no luck this time.
Okoye tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Silva manages to circle out of the way.
Silva has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Okoye scores with a takedown into Silva's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (0) Silva#SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Okoye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okoye trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving. #SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye advances to half guard.
Okoye is pressing down on Silva's thigh, looking to free his foot. Silva is holding on for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Silva is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
Okoye trying to control the action but Silva is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1##SUB2#
Silva looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Silva defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Silva does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Silva actively working from the bottom here.
Silva tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Silva is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Silva doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye. #T2##SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Okoye has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Silva defend it? Okoye steps over the head and cranks it - Silva is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
Our winner, Ikemba Okoye, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 12
Date: Apr 29, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Ivan Kamenev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Kamenev has Okoye up against the ropes in a clinch.
#TD#
Kamenev jumps guard.
#SUB#
Kamenev is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Okoye defends well.
Kamenev looking to hit a scissor sweep but Okoye is one step ahead there.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Kamenev keeps moving. #SUB#
Kamenev has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Kamenev has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Okoye doesn't defend quickly enough and Kamenev has managed to lock this one up! Can Okoye escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kamenev on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ivan Kamenev!
Ivan Kamenev thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 11
Date: Apr 28, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 1 losses; Skjoldr Leifsson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Okoye closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Okoye lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Leifsson (0) vs (2) Okoye#SUB#
Leifsson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoye is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Leifsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Leifsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Leifsson working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Okoye drops back looking for a leg! Leifsson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Leifsson manages to kick Okoye off! Okoye jumps back into Leifsson's guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Leifsson is keeping the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Leifsson's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Okoye 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. #T1##SUB#
Leifsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Leifsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Leifsson keeps moving.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Leifsson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Leifsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Leifsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Okoye looking to pass the guard.
Okoye passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (0) vs (5) Okoye#T2#
Leifsson is looking to regain half guard here but Okoye keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Okoye wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Leifsson, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Leifsson has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Okoye looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Leifsson regains half guard.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Leifsson is defending well. #SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye is trying to control. Leifsson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Leifsson is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Leifsson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Leifsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4##SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Leifsson defends it well. #SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Leifsson is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#T5##SUB2#
Leifsson is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Leifsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Leifsson is defending well. #SUB#
Leifsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T6##SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.
Leifsson is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Leifsson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Leifsson defends it well.
Leifsson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Leifsson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Leifsson's legs - danger averted.
Leifsson keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Leifsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T7#
Leifsson can't keep his opponent in guard - Okoye advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Leifsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Leifsson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Leifsson keeps working. #SUB#
Leifsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Okoye looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Leifsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Leifsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Leifsson wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Okoye is working for a kimura but Leifsson is defending it quite comfortably.
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Leifsson keeps working.
Leifsson is pressing down on Okoye's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Leifsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Leifsson has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#T9##SUB2#
Okoye thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Leifsson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Okoye wants to pass the guard but Leifsson is keeping the position.
Okoye is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Leifsson has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Leifsson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Okoye uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (0) vs (8) Okoye
Leifsson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Leifsson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leifsson (2) vs (8) Okoye
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
#T10#
Okoye is looking to control Leifsson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okoye avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Leifsson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Okoye gets full guard.#SUB#
Leifsson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Leifsson drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Leifsson off! Leifsson jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a triangle but Leifsson pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Okoye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Leifsson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Leifsson is aware though and is defending well.#T11##SUB#
Leifsson drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Leifsson off! Leifsson jumps back into Okoye's guard.
Leifsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Okoye swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Okoye has his foot on Leifsson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Leifsson works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye controls Leifsson momentarily but Leifsson frees himself.
Leifsson passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (5) vs (8) Okoye
Okoye struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Leifsson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Okoye struggling a bit here.#T12##SUB#
Leifsson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Okoye 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.
Okoye tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Leifsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Okoye is trying to control Leifsson's posture but Leifsson avoids it.
Okoye tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Okoye struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Leifsson swings around for an armbar but Okoye sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Leifsson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leifsson (5) vs (10) Okoye
Okoye wants to control from the top but Leifsson keeps moving. #SUB#
Leifsson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Okoye uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Leifsson (5) vs (13) Okoye#T13##SUB2#
Okoye looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Okoye tries for a kimura but Leifsson is defending well. #SUB2#
Okoye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Okoye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Leifsson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Okoye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Leifsson is working hard here to advance position.#T14#
Okoye trying to control the position but Leifsson is working away.
Okoye is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Leifsson tries to bench press Okoye off him but Okoye keeps the position.
Leifsson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Okoye is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Leifsson (5) vs (15) Okoye
Leifsson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
Leifsson gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Leifsson working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
#SUB#
Okoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Leifsson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Okoye has managed to get both his arms back between Leifsson's legs - danger averted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Okoye wins on points by 15 to 5.
A very excited looking Ikemba Okoye made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 10
Date: Apr 27, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 6 losses; Bull Mfer!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Leandro Rodrigues and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mfer defends well and Okoye ends up having to push Mfer into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Mfer is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Okoye can't fight it off and eventually Mfer manages to take the fight to the floor. Okoye looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Mfer#SUB2#
Mfer 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. #SUB#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mfer is aware though and is defending well.
Mfer preventing the sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Mfer drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Mfer off! Mfer jumps back into Okoye's guard. #SUB2#
Mfer drops back looking for a leg! Okoye is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Okoye manages to kick Mfer off! Mfer jumps back into Okoye's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mfer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Okoye seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mfer defends well.#T1##SUB2#
Mfer is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Okoye is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Okoye has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Mfer#SUB2#
Mfer has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Mfer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Mfer looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Okoye passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (2) Mfer#SUB#
Okoye tries for a kimura but Mfer is defending well.
Mfer gets back to half guard.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Mfer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Mfer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Mfer defends the submission attempt.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Mfer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mfer actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mfer sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Mfer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Mfer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Mfer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage.
Okoye wants to control but Mfer is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mfer is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB2#
Mfer actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Mfer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Mfer actively working from the bottom here.
Mfer works his way to full guard. Good work.
Okoye trying to control but Mfer is working from the bottom.
Okoye slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (8) vs (2) Mfer
Mfer is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Okoye is trying to get an arm triangle but Mfer is defending well. #T4##SUB#
Okoye looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mfer looks to move to half guard but instead Okoye has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Okoye (10) vs (2) Mfer#SUB#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Mfer is working to get back to half guard.
Mfer manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mfer is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold. #T5##SUB2#
Mfer looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Okoye pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (13) vs (2) Mfer
Mfer working to try and regain half guard.
Okoye looking to control but Mfer is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mfer is desperately trying to improve his position but Okoye has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Okoye has control of Mfer's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Mfer regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Mfer is trying desperately to improve position.
Mfer is trying to reverse the position but instead Okoye has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Okoye (16) vs (2) Mfer#SUB#
Mfer defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Okoye's arms. #T6#
Mfer is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Okoye is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Mfer taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Okoye.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ikemba Okoye!
A very excited looking Ikemba Okoye made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 9
Date: Apr 26, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Calixto Cardona! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Emerson Jorge and Alexandre Firmino.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Cardona looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Okoye! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cardona (4) vs (0) Okoye#SUB#
Cardona is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Okoye knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Okoye is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cardona pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Cardona seems to be working for a kimura but Okoye defends the submission attempt.
Cardona prevents Okoye from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Cardona is looking for a kimura but Okoye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cardona to get the leverage.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
Cardona is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Okoye is trying to maintain the position but Cardona is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Cardona is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cardona is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Cardona wants to work for an arm triangle but Okoye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Cardona is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Okoye manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Cardona has gone for a leg lock! Okoye slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cardona's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cardona (4) vs (2) Okoye
Cardona might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2##SUB#
Cardona escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Okoye stands and throws Cardona's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cardona (4) vs (5) Okoye
Cardona regains half guard.#SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Cardona looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cardona keeps working. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cardona has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cardona is just riding it out for now. Okoye eventually gives up the hold.
Cardona is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Cardona is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Okoye tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cardona knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Cardona is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cardona sees it coming and defends easily.#T4##SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Cardona looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye uses his free foot to push down on Cardona's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Cardona. Score +3 for passing guard: Cardona (4) vs (8) Okoye
Cardona is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB2#
Cardona tries to improve his position but Okoye has taken his back! Okoye has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Cardona tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Okoye pushes Cardona away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ikemba Okoye!
Our winner, Ikemba Okoye, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 8
Date: Apr 25, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jordan Lisko!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Mauricio Rocha and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lisko leaves Okoye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Lisko shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Lisko
Okoye is doing well to control the position and prevent Lisko from advancing to side control.
Okoye trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Lisko is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Okoye defends it well. #SUB2#
Lisko is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
#SUB2#
Lisko is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Lisko.
#T1##SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Okoye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Lisko.
#SUB2#
Lisko is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Lisko is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
Okoye has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lisko is working away from the top position though.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Okoye manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Okoye seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Lisko 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. #SUB#
Okoye is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lisko passes Okoye's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Okoye is controlling Lisko's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
Lisko is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Okoye is trying to get back to full guard.
Okoye is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Lisko seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Okoye gets full guard.
Lisko looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Lisko thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Lisko drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Okoye dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Lisko#SUB2#
Lisko has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye pushing down on Lisko's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Okoye controlling the action here.
Lisko is refusing to be controlled, as Okoye sits in half guard.
Okoye is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lisko is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Okoye is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lisko! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (2) Lisko#SUB#
Okoye is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lisko to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lisko shrugs it off. #T4#
Lisko sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Lisko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lisko does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions off his back.
Lisko is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lisko doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye. #SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.#T5##SUB2#
Lisko looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lisko doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye. #SUB#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Lisko is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Okoye wants to take a breather but Lisko is having none of it. #SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.
Lisko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6##SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lisko has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lisko is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
Lisko gets full guard.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Lisko keeps moving.
Okoye has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Okoye pushing down on Lisko's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
Lisko wants to improve his position but Okoye is controlling well.
#T7##SUB#
Okoye is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lisko doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Okoye.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lisko is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Lisko defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Lisko actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye wants to work for an arm triangle but Lisko is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Okoye uses his free foot to push down on Lisko's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lisko. Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (8) vs (2) Lisko
Lisko manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Okoye maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Lisko could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Okoye has cracked it and Lisko is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 7
Date: Apr 24, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Adonis Kotze! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Daniel Cesar and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kotze's waist but Kotze gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Okoye off to one side.
Kotze half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kotze darts in looking for a takedown but Okoye gets double underhooks and turns Kotze into the ropes.
Okoye fails to pull guard.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Kotze holds him up against the ropes and eventually Okoye drops back down to his feet.
Adonis Kotze has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Kotze forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Okoye fails to pull guard.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Kotze forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Okoye fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD#
Kotze has Okoye pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kotze pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Okoye tumbling to the mat - Kotze dives into Okoye's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kotze (2) vs (0) Okoye#SUB2#
Kotze is posturing up here but Okoye has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Kotze tries to roll out but it's too tight and Kotze has to tap! Slick submission there by Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ikemba Okoye!
A relieved looking Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 6
Date: Apr 23, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Crush Bandicoot!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Paulo Santos and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Bandicoot drives through with a takedown into Okoye's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Bandicoot
Okoye trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Okoye has his foot on Bandicoot's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bandicoot works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Bandicoot drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Okoye manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bandicoot has Okoye in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Bandicoot#SUB2#
Bandicoot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Okoye defends it easily.#SUB2#
Bandicoot is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Okoye defends well.#SUB2#
Bandicoot has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Okoye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Bandicoot has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandicoot is keeping the position for now.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Bandicoot keeps moving. #T1#
Bandicoot manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Okoye manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (4) Bandicoot#SUB#
Bandicoot got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bandicoot has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Okoye has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bandicoot doesn't defend quickly enough and Okoye has managed to lock this one up! Can Bandicoot escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Okoye on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ikemba Okoye!
A very excited looking Ikemba Okoye made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 5
Date: Apr 22, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Meinard Ansgar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ansgar as he avoids it easily.
Ansgar definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Ansgar closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ansgar (2) vs (0) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Ansgar is tapping! Great win for Okoye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ikemba Okoye!
After winning the bout, Ikemba Okoye thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 4
Date: Apr 21, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Jana Iii Sobieskiego! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Alexandre Firmino and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Okoye gets caught napping as Sobieskiego dives in and scores a takedown. Okoye manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sobieskiego (2) vs (0) Okoye#SUB#
Sobieskiego drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Okoye manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sobieskiego has Okoye in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sobieskiego (2) vs (2) Okoye#SUB#
Sobieskiego looking for a guillotine here but Okoye defends easily.
#SUB#
Sobieskiego is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Okoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye pushing down on Sobieskiego's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Sobieskiego with the active half guard here but Okoye passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sobieskiego (2) vs (5) Okoye
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Sobieskiego is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Sobieskiego is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Okoye is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sobieskiego is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Okoye is looking to take a break and control but Sobieskiego is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sobieskiego is trying to work for a sweep but Okoye has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sobieskiego (2) vs (7) Okoye
Sobieskiego really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB2#
Okoye with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T2#
Sobieskiego really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Okoye controlling the pace for now.
Sobieskiego tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Okoye working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Sobieskiego on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sobieskiego tries to get out of the position.
Okoye looking to control but Sobieskiego is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sobieskiego is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sobieskiego looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sobieskiego (2) vs (10) Okoye
Sobieskiego rolls, trying to escape but Okoye keeps control of the position.
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3##SUB2#
Okoye has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Sobieskiego manages to reverse the position and now he's in Okoye's guard. Nice work there by Sobieskiego.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sobieskiego (4) vs (10) Okoye#SUB#
Sobieskiego drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Okoye manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sobieskiego has Okoye in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sobieskiego (4) vs (12) Okoye
Okoye wants to control from the top but Sobieskiego keeps moving.
Okoye slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Sobieskiego (4) vs (15) Okoye
Okoye trying to control the position but Sobieskiego is working away.
Sobieskiego knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Okoye on the ground.
Sobieskiego tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Okoye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4##SUB2#
Okoye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sobieskiego knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sobieskiego tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Okoye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Okoye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Okoye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sobieskiego is looking to reverse the position.
Sobieskiego sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Sobieskiego is defending well.
#SUB2#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but Sobieskiego is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okoye to get the leverage. #T5#
Sobieskiego is refusing to be controlled, as Okoye sits in half guard.
Sobieskiego is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Sobieskiego looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Sobieskiego looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye is trying to control the action in half guard but Sobieskiego is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sobieskiego is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Sobieskiego looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T6#
Sobieskiego is refusing to be controlled, as Okoye sits in half guard.
Sobieskiego wants to get back to full guard.
Okoye moves into full mount! Sobieskiego won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Sobieskiego (4) vs (18) Okoye
Okoye trying to control but Sobieskiego is having none of it.
Sobieskiego gets back to half guard.
Sobieskiego is staying active underneath Okoye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Sobieskiego with the active half guard here but Okoye passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sobieskiego (4) vs (21) Okoye#SUB2#
Okoye tries for a kimura but Sobieskiego is defending well. #SUB2#
Okoye has hold of Sobieskiego's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Sobieskiego seems comfortable defending it but Okoye has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Sobieskiego is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Sobieskiego is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Okoye couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ikemba Okoye!
A victorious Ikemba Okoye 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:
Bots de Garra 3
Date: Apr 20, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Robrecht Holtzmann!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Leandro Rodrigues and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Holtzmann or perhaps it was just good defense by Okoye, which made it look bad.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown but Holtzmann shows good takedown defense.
Okoye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Holtzmann is fending him off so far but Okoye persists. Nope, Holtzmann circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Holtzmann dives in and scores a takedown into Okoye's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Holtzmann
Holtzmann pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okoye is keeping the position for now.
Holtzmann passes Okoye's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Holtzmann looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Okoye trying to control but Holtzmann postures up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Holtzmann is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Okoye is defending against the submission attempts here by Holtzmann.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Holtzmann is working for a kimura but Okoye is defending it quite comfortably.
Holtzmann tries to pass to full mount but Okoye defends it. #T1#
Okoye is pressing down on Holtzmann's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Okoye is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Holtzmann has his hands clasped together but Okoye extends and breaks Holtzmann's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Okoye.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ikemba Okoye!
A very excited looking Ikemba Okoye made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 2
Date: Apr 19, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Verneri Ahma!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Ahma shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ahma was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Okoye (0) vs (4) Ahma
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Okoye is trying to control Ahma's posture but Ahma avoids it. #SUB2#
Ahma is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well. #SUB2#
Ahma is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well. #SUB2#
Ahma looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Okoye is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ahma's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Ahma is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Okoye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ahma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ahma seems to be looking for submissions.
Okoye regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1##SUB#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ahma is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Ahma drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ahma jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Ahma is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Okoye trying to keep a closed guard but Ahma is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Ahma defends easily.
#SUB2#
Ahma is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Okoye is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Okoye has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (4) Ahma
Okoye wants to control from the top but Ahma keeps moving. #T2#
Okoye advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (4) Ahma
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ahma keeps working.
Ahma manages to work his way to half guard, despite Okoye's best efforts.#SUB#
Okoye seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Ahma defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Ahma is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Okoye pulls his head out easily.
Ahma wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ahma actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ahma sees it coming and defends easily.
Ahma wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Ahma gets full guard.
Ahma keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Ahma has his foot on Okoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Okoye works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Ahma is looking for a triangle but Okoye pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Ahma looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Okoye has picked Ahma up and slammed him! Ahma can't keep hold of the triangle and Okoye manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (8) vs (4) Ahma
Ahma is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Okoye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ahma knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Okoye is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ahma is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ahma tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Okoye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4##SUB#
Okoye tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ahma manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ahma wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ahma actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Okoye seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ahma does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Ahma looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Okoye wants to take a breather but Ahma is having none of it. #SUB2#
Ahma looking for submissions off his back.#T5#
Okoye is keen to just control but Ahma is a slippery customer.
Okoye content to control rather than advance.
Okoye is trying to control. Ahma wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Ahma looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Ahma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ahma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#T6##SUB2#
Ahma looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ahma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Okoye seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ahma is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ikemba Okoye!
During a confident post fight interview, Ikemba Okoye thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 1
Date: Apr 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ikemba Okoye! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tan Zan!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Okoye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Zan as he jumps to the side.
Horrible takedown attempt by Okoye or perhaps it was just good defense by Zan, which made it look bad.
Horrible takedown attempt by Okoye or perhaps it was just good defense by Zan, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ikemba Okoye. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Okoye.
Zan has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Okoye or perhaps it was just good defense by Zan, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Okoye tries to sprawl but Zan drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Okoye (0) vs (2) Zan
Zan looks winded!
The fighters are battling for position here. Okoye manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Zan defends easily.
Okoye keeping full guard, as Zan tries to pass. #T1##SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Okoye throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Zan wants to pass the guard but Okoye is keeping the position.
Okoye manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zan manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Okoye (2) vs (2) Zan
Okoye passes Zan's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Zan looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Zan is defending against the submission attempts here by Okoye.
#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Okoye is looking for a kimura here.
#T2##SUB#
Okoye is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Okoye is trying to work for a kimura but Zan is defending well.
#SUB#
Okoye is working for a submission of some sort.
Okoye controlling the action here.#SUB#
Okoye seems to be working for a kimura but Zan defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Okoye trying to control the action but Zan is working from the bottom.
Okoye passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Okoye (5) vs (2) Zan#SUB#
Okoye is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Zan is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Zan flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Okoye anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Zan and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Okoye slips an arm under Zan chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Okoye has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Okoye is squeezing on Zan like an anaconda would it's prey. Zan fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ikemba Okoye!
A relieved looking Ikemba Okoye 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 XVI
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Cartwright fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Okoye to the ground. Cartwright is now in Okoye's guard.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Cartwright defends easily.
Cartwright engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Cartwright postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Okoye has his foot on Cartwright's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cartwright works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Okoye looking for a guillotine here but Cartwright defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cartwright can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright passes into half guard. #T1#
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Cartwright is trying to work for a kimura but Okoye is defending well.
Okoye is looking to improve his position.
Cartwright working the head and body with strikes.
Cartwright is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Okoye trying to control but Cartwright postures up.
Okoye is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Cartwright content to control rather than advance. #T2#
Cartwright is keen to just control but Okoye is a slippery customer.
Okoye tries to roll over but Cartwright keeps him under control.
Cartwright working the head and body with strikes.
Okoye is trying to maintain the position but Cartwright is very close to passing his half guard.
Okoye on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Okoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cartwright is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back.
Cartwright lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
Cartwright not doing much here.
Cartwright wants to take a breather but Okoye is having none of it.
Cartwright is thwarting Okoye's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cartwright lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Cartwright trying to control from half guard but Okoye is working away.
Okoye wants to control but Cartwright is keeping busy.
Cartwright working Okoye over with strikes. #T4#
Cartwright landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Cartwright looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cartwright working over Okoye with some ground and pound. Okoye looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Cartwright is stalling here. Okoye is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Cartwright seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Okoye has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Cartwright can't do much from the bottom here.
Cartwright is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Okoye off and has taken his back!
Cartwright lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Okoye hold on?!
Cartwright has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Okoye turns into Cartwright and is now in his guard.
#SUB2#
Cartwright looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Cartwright looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Okoye 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. #SUB2#
Cartwright is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cam Cartwright dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Okoye throws a nice inside leg kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Okoye throws an overhand right that lands on Cartwright's shoulder, as Cartwright tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
Cartwright dives in and scores a takedown into Okoye's guard.
Cartwright trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cartwright's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okoye is keeping the position for now.
Okoye keeping moving, preventing Cartwright from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Cartwright 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. #T1##SUB#
Okoye working for submissions but it's allowed Cartwright to get to half guard.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Cartwright has control of the leg. #SUB#
Okoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cartwright pulls his head out easily.
Okoye is staying active underneath Cartwright, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Cartwright is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Okoye defends it well.
Cam Cartwright has got the better of the ground game so far.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Cartwright has control of the leg. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cartwright wants to pass to mount but Okoye is defending the position. #SUB#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye is looking to control Cartwright's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okoye avoid being mounted?
Cartwright lands with a punch from half guard.
Cartwright is thwarting Okoye's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB2#
Cartwright is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cartwright scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Okoye is trying to control but can't.
Cartwright is nestled in close to Okoye, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Cartwright is thwarting Okoye's attempts to control the position.
Cartwright lands strikes from half guard.
Cartwright wants to lay and pray for a moment but Okoye keeps working.
Cartwright takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Cartwright is looking to take a break and control but Okoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Cartwright passes to side control.
Cartwright has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Okoye is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Okoye is trying to control Cartwright's posture but Cartwright avoids it.
Cartwright in side control lands a decent elbow.
Cartwright working the head and body with strikes.
Cartwright controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Cartwright is trying to get an arm triangle but Okoye is defending well.
Okoye can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cam Cartwright showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Cartwright shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Okoye manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Okoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cartwright can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Okoye not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cartwright is stalling in the full guard.
Cartwright preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye working a defensive guard here.
Cartwright makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1##SUB#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cartwright lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Okoye has momentary wrist control but Cartwright slips an elbow through the middle.
Cartwright connects with a couple of short punches.
Cartwright looking to sit in guard and control but Okoye gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Cartwright escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Okoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Cartwright working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Okoye has passed into half guard!
Cartwright trying to control from the bottom.
Okoye content to control rather than advance. #T2#
Cartwright has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Okoye is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Cartwright actively working from the bottom here.
Okoye passes to full mount!
Cartwright is working to get back to half guard.
Cartwright is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Okoye looking to control but Cartwright is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cartwright working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Cartwright is squirming around, avoiding Okoye's attempts to control the action.
Cartwright regains half guard.
Okoye trying to control the action but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
Cartwright regains full guard. Nicely done.
Cartwright keeping full guard, as Okoye tries to pass. #SUB2#
Cartwright working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Okoye trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
Cartwright working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Cartwright keeping moving, preventing Okoye from controlling successfully.
Cartwright working a defensive guard here.
Ikemba Okoye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Cartwright working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Okoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Okoye trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
Okoye is looking to work some ground and pound but Cartwright has wrist control.#SUB2#
Cartwright working for a triangle but Okoye defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cartwright looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cam Cartwright comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Cartwright winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cam Cartwright!
A very excited looking Cam Cartwright made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Bellicose 146
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Okoye lands a leg kick that knocks Garcia off balance momentarily.
Garcia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Okoye's head.
Okoye connects with an inside leg kick.
Garcia turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Garcia tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Okoye tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Garcia paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Okoye scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Okoye throws a jab when Garcia was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia digs a good hook to Okoye's body.
Okoye throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Okoye throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Garcia ducks under a wild hook from Okoye.
Garcia buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Garcia!
A jab from Garcia misses.
Garcia shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Okoye keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Garcia connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Garcia fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Okoye checks a low kick from Garcia.#T2#
Garcia connects with a right hand. Okoye shakes it off.
Garcia throws a jab when Okoye was well out of range.
Okoye feints and then cracks Garcia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Garcia down.
Okoye throws a hook to the side of Garcia's head but Garcia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Okoye lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Okoye misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Garcia throws out a loose jab but Okoye uses good head movement to avoid it.
Garcia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Okoye.
Garcia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Okoye's head.#T3#
Okoye tries to clinch but Garcia is having none of it.
Okoye cracks Garcia with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Okoye tries to clinch but Garcia moves away
and Garcia counters with a nice uppercut.
A good leg kick by Garcia.
Okoye thumps Garcia with a low kick.
Garcia throws a body punch but Okoye moves out of range.
Garcia sets himself, and Okoye steps forward looking for the clinch! Garcia avoids it this time.
Garcia rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Okoye counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Garcia thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Okoye if he has to take too many more of those.
Garcia moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T4#
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!
Jab, jab by Okoye - just one landing.
Garcia scores with a body shot.
Okoye feints and then cracks Garcia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Garcia down.
Okoye throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Okoye is looking to clinch but Garcia is avoiding it.
Okoye looks to score with a jab to the body but Garcia is just out of range.
Okoye throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Garcia misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Okoye! But no joy.
Garcia takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kyle Garcia dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Garcia walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A big right from Garcia misses.
Okoye throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slapping leg kick lands for Garcia.
Garcia scores with a decent looking hook.
Okoye misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from Garcia misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Garcia throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've been told by Garcia's head coaches at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Okoye scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Okoye thuds his right hand into Garcia's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC2#Garcia is rocked!
Garcia tries to land a front kick but Okoye steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Oh Garcia is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Garcia defending well as Okoye loads up on a big left hand.
Garcia seems to have got his legs back now.
Garcia misses with a kick to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Okoye looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Okoye tries to clinch up but Garcia circles away and keeps his distance.
Okoye walks into a jab.
Okoye looks to land a left hand but Garcia moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Okoye lands a leg kick that knocks Garcia off balance momentarily.
Garcia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Okoye.
As Okoye backs away, Garcia returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Okoye takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Garcia scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Okoye doesn't seem bothered though.
Kyle Garcia is winning the standup battle so far.
Okoye smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#KD2#
Okoye drops his shoulder and cracks Garcia with a huge uppercut! Garcia goes down! Can Okoye finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Okoye trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Okoye is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Okoye passes into half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Okoye is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Garcia defends it well.
Okoye trying to control from Garcia's half guard. Garcia has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Okoye stopping the sweep attempt from Garcia.#SUB2#
Okoye has gone for a leg lock! Garcia slips out almost immediately though and dives into Okoye's guard.#REVR##T4#
Garcia wants to pass the guard but Okoye is keeping the position.
Garcia sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Okoye's guard.
Garcia is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Okoye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Okoye trying to get back to full guard but Garcia takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ikemba Okoye will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Garcia with a jab.
A low kick from Okoye is predictable there
and Garcia counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Okoye comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Garcia connects with a body shot.
Okoye scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia misses with a jab, cross combination.
Okoye fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garcia manages to avoid it.
Garcia throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Okoye tries a quick counter leg kick but Garcia is wise to it.#T1#
A head kick misses from Garcia.
Garcia catches Okoye with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Garcia misses with a head kick.
Garcia lands a body shot.
Garcia tests Okoye's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Garcia keeps the fight on the outside.
Okoye lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Garcia misses with a looping left.
Garcia's corner calls for a 1-2. Garcia obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Garcia. That snapped Okoye's head back.
Nice defenses there by Okoye.
Garcia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Okoye looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Garcia throws a sloppy head kick and Okoye moves out of range easily.
Garcia slips a straight right by Okoye.
Garcia looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Okoye has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Okoye with the inside leg kick. #T3#
Okoye ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Garcia takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Garcia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Okoye misses with an attempted mid kick.
Garcia takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#KD2#
Okoye throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Garcia tumbling to the canvas!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Okoye trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Garcia looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Okoye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garcia is keeping the position for now.
Okoye wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Okoye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garcia swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ikemba Okoye.
I think Okoye has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ikemba Okoye! |
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Event:
Bellicose 135 - Prospects 12
Date: Aug 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Okoye scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Musaga defending well as Okoye loads up on a big left hand.
Okoye with the inside leg kick.
Musaga checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Musaga throwing a counter right hand but Okoye manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Musaga misses the target.
Musaga misses the shot to the body.
Musaga misses with a hook. Okoye ducked under it nicely.
Okoye slips under a jab from Musaga.
Okoye ducks under a wild hook from Musaga.
Musaga throws a poor cross that misses
and Okoye counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Musaga thinking.
Musaga misses with a jab to the body
and Okoye counters with an inside leg kick. #CL#
Musaga instigates a clinch.
Musaga swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Okoye blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Musaga fails to land.
Musaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Musaga makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Okoye pulls Musaga into guard.
#SUB2#
Musaga got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Musaga has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Musaga postures up.
Musaga engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Okoye wants to sweep here but Musaga controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Musaga got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Musaga has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Musaga trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Okoye trying to control the position.
Musaga slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Okoye looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Musaga is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Okoye working a defensive guard here.
Musaga showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Musaga passes into half guard. #T3#
Okoye trying to control here.
Okoye tries to get to full guard but Musaga has control of the leg.
Okoye moves into full guard.
Okoye can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Musaga controls the pace.#SUB2#
Okoye has his foot on Musaga's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Musaga works his way back into a safe position though.
Musaga trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU#
Musaga gets to his feet - Okoye follows without any prompting. #T4#
A big left from Okoye misses.
Musaga throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Okoye cracks a nice hook into Musaga's ribs.
Musaga throws a body punch but Okoye moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Okoye on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A good leg kick by Okoye.
Musaga moves into range and connects with a jab.
Musaga dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Okoye. That did some damage!
Musaga looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice defenses there by Okoye.
Musaga moves forwards but Okoye connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Okoye with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Musaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Okoye lands a right hand. #TD2#
Okoye drags the fight down to the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ikemba Okoye dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##CL#
Musaga rushes Okoye and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Musaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Okoye working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Musaga tries to work over Okoye's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Musaga works on Okoye's body with a couple of short punches.
Okoye is trying to pull guard but Musaga turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Okoye has had enough of the clinch but Musaga keeps him there for the moment.
Okoye blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Musaga.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Musaga.
A shot in the inside from Okoye.
A head punch on the inside from Musaga fails to land.
Okoye lands with a short shot to the head.
Okoye misses with a punch on the inside.
Musaga throws a head punch that misses.
A short body shot lands from Okoye as the two fighters clinch.
Musaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Musaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Okoye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Okoye misses with a punch on the inside.
Okoye throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Okoye lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Okoye is trying to break the clinch but Musaga is controlling him.#T1#
A nice left hand lands by Okoye.
Musaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hand to the body from Okoye.
Okoye fails to pull guard.
Okoye tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Okoye has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Musaga uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Okoye looking for a triangle here. Musaga is fighting it but it looks tight! Okoye pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Musaga is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ikemba Okoye! |
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Event:
Bellicose 118
Date: Jul 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Korolev throws a combination that misses
letting Okoye counter with a right hand.
A left lands for Okoye.#CUT#It looks like Alexander Korolev has been cut.
Korolev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Okoye.
A little feinted left hand from Okoye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Okoye takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Okoye swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Korolev misses with an uppercut. Okoye saw that one coming.
Okoye misses with a kick to the body.
Korolev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Okoye fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Korolev looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Korolev misses with a shot to the body
and Okoye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Korolev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Korolev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Okoye moves away.
A big right from Korolev misses.
Alexander Korolev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Okoye with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Okoye lands with a good body shot.
Korolev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Okoye.
A slow jab from Korolev misses its intended target. #T1#
Korolev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Korolev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Okoye sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Korolev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Okoye.
Korolev misses with a hook
and Okoye counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fighters circling - Korolev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Korolev throws a hook but Okoye avoids it easily.
Okoye avoids a punch combination nicely.
Korolev staying out of range there.
Korolev tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Korolev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Korolev misses with a hook. Okoye ducked under it nicely.
Okoye showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Korolev.
Korolev has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Okoye.#T2#
Korolev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Okoye to counter with a crisp jab.
Korolev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Okoye doesn't seem bothered though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Okoye buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Korolev misses with a jab, cross combination.
As Korolev tries to get set, Okoye tries to push him back and clinch up but Korolev manages to avoid the attempt.
An inside leg kick from Okoye misses.
Korolev scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from Korolev misses.
Okoye steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Korolev.
Okoye showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Korolev.
Okoye is looking to counter punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Okoye.
Korolev throws the left hand but Okoye avoids the punch easily.
A swing and a miss from Korolev.
Korolev misses with an uppercut. Okoye saw that one coming.
Korolev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Okoye.
#T3#
Korolev misses with a double jab
and Okoye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Korolev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Okoye connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice body punch from Okoye.
A swing and a miss from Okoye.
Korolev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Okoye lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Korolev misses with a straight right.
As Korolev backs away, Okoye returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Okoye steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Korolev.
Korolev throws a right and a left that Okoye avoids nicely.
Okoye looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Korolev throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Korolev throws a poor cross that misses
and Okoye counters with a straight right hand.
Okoye with a nice calf kick.
Okoye tries to clinch but Korolev moves out of range.
Korolev misses with a straight left.
Okoye throwing a counter right hand but Korolev manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Okoye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Korolev.#T4#
Korolev fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Okoye fires out a quick counter leg kick but Korolev just manages to avoid it.
Korolev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Korolev throws a jab but it's blocked by Okoye.
Korolev throws the left hand but Okoye avoids the punch easily.
Okoye was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Okoye takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Korolev scores with a hook.
Okoye ducks under a wild hook from Korolev.
Korolev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Okoye uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Korolev.
Korolev misses with a right hand
and Okoye counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Korolev lands with a shot to the body.
Okoye slips a jab and a cross from Korolev.
Okoye looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A telegraphed right hand from Korolev misses the target.
Korolev misses with a wild combination.
Korolev lands the left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Korolev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alexander Korolev's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Korolev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Okoye counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Korolev. Okoye does a little dance to reset his feet.
Korolev throws a jab when Okoye was well out of range.
Korolev throws a lazy uppercut
and Okoye counters with a nice body shot.
A punch combination from Korolev misses.
Okoye is looking to counter punch.
Korolev checks a low kick from Okoye.
Okoye takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Okoye ducks under a wild hook from Korolev.
Okoye misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Korolev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Okoye slips a jab and a cross from Korolev.
Okoye looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Okoye moves out of range as Korolev strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye looks to land a left hand but Korolev moved out of range nicely.
Korolev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jab from Korolev.
Korolev throws a poor cross that misses
and Okoye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Korolev swats away the attempt to clinch by Okoye.
Alexander Korolev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Korolev misses with a right hand
letting Okoye counter with a right hand.
Okoye lands a jab to Korolev's midsection.
Korolev throws out a loose jab but Okoye uses good head movement to avoid it.
Korolev connects with the punch.
Korolev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Okoye buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Korolev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Korolev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Okoye manages to avoid it.
Korolev looks to land a left hand but Okoye moved out of range nicely.
Okoye swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Korolev might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Korolev takes a swing at Okoye's ribcage but misses.
Okoye throwing a counter right hand but Korolev manages to avoid it.
Korolev's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Okoye swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Okoye steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Korolev.
Okoye misses with a looping left.
Korolev throws a poor cross that misses
and Okoye counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Okoye takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Korolev throws a series of punches but Okoye moves out of range.
Korolev misses with a right hand
and Okoye counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Korolev throws a nice looking combination but Okoye bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Okoye slips a jab and a cross from Korolev.
Okoye connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Korolev scores with a nice right hand.
Okoye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Korolev catches Okoye with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Korolev swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Okoye makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Korolev is breathing heavily.
Okoye is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Korolev.
Okoye uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Korolev.
Korolev takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Okoye misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Korolev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Okoye dodges the punch combination from Korolev.
As Korolev tries to get set, Okoye tries to push him back and clinch up but Korolev manages to avoid the attempt.
Okoye ducks under a wild hook from Korolev.#T3#
Korolev connects with the punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Okoye.
Okoye dips to his left and cracks Korolev with an uppercut!
A combination from Korolev does no damage.
Nice shot by Korolev.
An inside leg kick lands from Okoye.
Okoye misses with an uppercut. Korolev saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Korolev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Okoye showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Korolev.
Okoye slips a jab from Korolev.
Okoye looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Okoye tries to clinch but Korolev is having none of it.
Okoye moves away from the strike by Korolev.
A telegraphed right hand from Korolev misses the target.
Okoye misses the shot to the body.
Korolev swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Okoye tries to counter by clinching up but Korolev breaks away and moves out of range.#T4#
Korolev throws a shot from downtown. Okoye moves away and avoids it.
Okoye slips a jab and a cross from Korolev.
Okoye tried to counter with a leg kick but Korolev avoided it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A cross from Okoye lands.
Korolev misses with an uppercut. Okoye saw that one coming.
Okoye misses with a body shot.
Alexander Korolev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Korolev swings widly with a right hand
and Okoye counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Korolev misses with a hook.
Okoye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Korolev.
A little feinted left hand from Okoye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A punch combination from Korolev misses.
Okoye tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Korolev manages to circle out of the way.
Okoye wants to clinch.
Okoye fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Korolev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alexander Korolev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alexander Korolev's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Korolev throws a lazy right hand but Okoye sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Korolev just misses with a punch to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Okoye as he connects with a hook.
Korolev throws a right hand that Okoye ducks under and follows up with a left that Okoye also avoids with ease.
Korolev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Okoye counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Korolev slips under a jab.
Okoye pivots, looking for a leg kick but Korolev is out of range and Okoye settles back down.
Korolev throws a body shot but no joy.
Korolev rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Okoye moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Okoye appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Korolev checks a low kick from Okoye.
Korolev is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Okoye misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korolev swings for the body but Okoye moves out of range.
Okoye tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Korolev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Okoye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Korolev.
Okoye slips under a jab from Korolev.
Okoye scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Okoye swings for the body but Korolev moves out of range.
Okoye takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Okoye lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Okoye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Korolev.
Korolev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Okoye has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Okoye there as he acknowledges the shot.
Korolev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Okoye manages to avoid it.
Korolev keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Korolev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Okoye.
Korolev misses with a left hand
and Okoye counters with a left to the body.
Okoye tries to clinch but Korolev is having none of it.
Korolev throws a big shot that misses.
Okoye is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A jab from Korolev finds it's way through Okoye's defenses.
No joy there for Korolev, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Okoye jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
A jab from Okoye does it's job there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Korolev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Korolev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Okoye tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Korolev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Okoye throws a body shot but no joy.
Okoye with the inside leg kick.
Korolev throws an off balance right hand
and Okoye counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice shot lands for Okoye.
No joy there for Korolev, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Korolev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Okoye moves out of range of the strikes.
Korolev takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A telegraphed right hand from Korolev misses the target.
Okoye ducks under a wild hook from Korolev.
Korolev throws a lazy right hand but Okoye sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Okoye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Korolev.
As Korolev backs away, Okoye returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Some wild striking there from Korolev.
Korolev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Korolev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Okoye lands with a hook. Korolev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Okoye misses with a wild body shot.
Korolev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Korolev misses the shot to the body.
Korolev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Okoye.
Okoye takes a swing at Korolev's ribcage but misses.
Korolev misses with a looping right.
Okoye takes a swing at Korolev's ribcage but misses.
Okoye staying out of range there.
A jab from Korolev finds it's way through Okoye's defenses. #T4#
Korolev throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL#
and Okoye holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Korolev won't allow it.
Okoye misses with a hook from the clinch.
Okoye misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Korolev holds him up against the cage and eventually Okoye drops back down to his feet.
Okoye throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Korolevs head.
Okoye is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC2#
Korolev manages to break the clinch.
Okoye tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Korolev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Good standup being displayed there by Korolev as he connects with a hook.
Korolev misses with a lunging right hand
#CL#
and Okoye counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
Korolev breaks the clinch.
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 Ikemba Okoye.
I think Korolev has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight for Alexander Korolev!
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight for Alexander Korolev!
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight for Alexander Korolev!
Alexander Korolev wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath Alexander Korolev thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Bellicose 106
Date: Jun 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Shiba tries a low kick but Okoye avoids it.
Okoye blocks the body kick.
Okoye checks a leg kick nicely.
Okoye was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Shiba throws out a leg kick but Okoye moves out of range and Shiba only half commits.
Okoye swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Shiba misses with a leg kick
and Okoye counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Chiharu Shiba has been cut.
Shiba throws a leg kick
letting Okoye counter with a right hand.
Okoye throws a leg kick which misses Shiba's front leg but catches the back leg as Shiba tries to avoid it. #CL2#
Shiba moves into range and clinches up with Okoye.
Okoye takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like Ikemba Okoye has been cut.
Okoye dodges an elbow strike from Shiba.
Shiba looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shiba.
Okoye blocks the elbow strike.
Shiba lands a damaging elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Okoye blocks the elbow strike.
Okoye fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shiba gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Shiba misses with an elbow strike.
#T1#
Shiba blocks a body shot from Okoye.
Shiba misses with an elbow over the top.
Shiba lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Okoye makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Shiba lands a damaging elbow.
Nice body punch from Okoye - that landed with a thud.
Okoye tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Shiba just stands there and leans against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shiba just misses with a elbow thrown towards Okoye's brow.
Shiba comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shiba just misses with a elbow thrown towards Okoye's brow.
Shiba throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike from Shiba.
Okoye tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Okoye lands a right hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Okoye.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike.
Okoye lands a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shiba throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Shiba lands an elbow inside that Okoye shrugs off.
Okoye misses with a hook from the clinch.
Okoye blocks the elbow strike.
Nice elbow from Shiba.
A short left from Okoye. #T2#
Okoye misses with some punches.
Okoye tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Okoye misses with the head strike.
Shiba misses with an elbow strike.
Shiba blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shiba pushes off an throws an elbow but Okoye leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Okoye avoids the elbow strike from Shiba, against the cage.
Okoye makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Shiba throws an elbow that misses.
Shiba pushes off an throws an elbow but Okoye leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike from Shiba.
Okoye lands with a short shot to the head.
Shiba lands a nice elbow.
Okoye lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Okoye blocks the elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shiba just misses with a elbow thrown towards Okoye's brow.
Shiba blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Okoye misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Okoye tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Shiba just stands there and leans against the cage.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike.
Okoye blocks the elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shiba just misses with a elbow thrown towards Okoye's brow. #T3#
Okoye lands a nice uppercut.
Shiba throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Shiba throws an elbow but it misses.
Okoye avoids a wild elbow strike from Shiba.
Shiba comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Shiba looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Okoye digs a right hand into Shiba's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shiba's gas tank.
Okoye digs a right hand into Shiba's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shiba's gas tank.
Shiba looks winded!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Okoye.
Okoye avoids the elbow strike from Shiba, against the cage.
Okoye fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ikemba Okoye. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Okoye misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shiba.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike from Shiba.
Okoye is trying to force a seperation but Shiba has the dominant position.
Okoye softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Okoye.
Okoye tries to throw a body punch but Shiba avoids it by throwing Okoye back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Okoye.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike.
Shiba throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Shiba throws an elbow but it misses.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Okoye has a couple of punches blocked by Shiba.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike.
Okoye dodges an elbow strike from Shiba.
Okoye tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Okoye works on Shiba's body with a couple of short punches.
Okoye lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Shiba looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike from Shiba.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Okoye struggles to land a body shot inside as Shiba controls his hands.
Okoye working aggressively here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shiba just misses with a elbow thrown towards Okoye's brow.
Okoye avoids a wild elbow strike from Shiba.
Okoye lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Okoye blocks an elbow strike from Shiba.
A short right from Okoye. #BC#
Okoye pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Okoye lands a nice looking body shot.
Okoye tests Shiba's chin there with a solid looking shot.#KD#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Okoye and Shiba goes tumbling to the canvas! Okoye follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard. #ROC#Shiba is rocked!
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 Ikemba Okoye will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Okoye closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Shiba out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ikemba Okoye! |
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Event:
Bellicose 92
Date: May 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Okoye lunges at Rocky with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rocky's hand.
Rocky on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Okoye. Okoye obviously looking to wear him down.
Okoye dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rocky. That did some damage!
Rocky throws a lazy right hand but Okoye sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rocky misses with a wild combination.
Rocky backing away here, and Okoye unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Left hook, right uppercut from Rocky. #CUT#It looks like Ikemba Okoye has been cut.#CL#
Rocky clinches.
Okoye fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Okoye's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rocky throws a punch but it's blocked by Okoye.
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!
Okoye goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Okoye works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Okoye swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Okoye misses with the head strike.
Okoye lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Okoye.
Okoye jumps guard but Rocky stands there with Okoye around his waist. Okoye gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Okoye lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Rocky throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rocky misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rocky pushes Okoye back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Okoye pushes Rocky back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Okoye on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rocky lands a shoulder strike.
Rocky misses with a knee strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rocky.
Rocky blocks an uppercut.
Okoye tries a body shot but Rocky blocks it.
Rocky lands a left hand that snaps the head of Okoye backwards.
Rocky tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#BC#
Rocky escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rocky tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Okoye manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A combination from Rocky does no damage.
Okoye throws a solid leg kick but Rocky takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Okoye.
Okoye takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD2#
Rocky ducks straight into an uppercut from Okoye and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Rocky manages to regain guard straight away.
#T2#
Rocky working a defensive guard but Okoye manages to pass into side control anyway.
Okoye just content to control the position.
Okoye working away.
Rocky tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Okoye working away.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SUB2#
Okoye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Okoye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Okoye controlling the position. #T3#
Okoye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rocky keeps working.
Rocky wants to control but Okoye postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rocky prevents Okoye from improving position.
Rocky is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Okoye prevents Rocky from improving his position.
Rocky keeping hold of Okoye's head, controlling as best he can.
Rocky tries to roll over but Okoye keeps him under control.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Rocky is trying to maintain the position but Okoye is very close to passing his half guard.
Okoye controlling the action here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#ES#
Rocky manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Rocky lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Rocky misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Okoye is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Apollo Rocky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Rocky misses.
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 Apollo Rocky will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ikemba Okoye's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Okoye drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A jab from Rocky finds it's way through Okoye's defenses.
Okoye slips under a jab.
Rocky lands with a right hand.
Rocky takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rocky ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Okoye moves away.
Okoye now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rocky connects with a nice looking jab.
Okoye slips a jab and a cross from Rocky.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Okoye! But no joy.
Apollo Rocky is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A big left from Rocky misses.
Okoye on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Okoye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL#
Rocky fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Okoye, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Okoye misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rocky looking to throw knees to the head but Okoye is blocking nicely.
#T1#
Okoye tries to throw a body punch but Rocky avoids it by throwing Okoye back against the cage.
Rocky prevents a body shot from Okoye. #BC#
Rocky escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rocky pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Okoye connects with a crisp jab.
Okoye ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rocky throws a left and a right that both miss
and Okoye counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rocky misses the shot to the body.
Apollo Rocky is winning the standup battle so far.
Rocky looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rocky lands a nice shot that snaps Okoye's head back.
Okoye throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL#
Rocky forces Okoye back against the cage and clinches.
A hook to the body from Okoye.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Rocky holds him up against the cage and eventually Okoye drops back down to his feet.
Rocky tries to land a knee to the head but Okoye blocks with his arms.
#T2##BC2#
Okoye escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good shot there by Okoye.#ROC2#Rocky is rocked!
Rocky tries to clinch up but Okoye circles away and keeps his distance.
Oh Rocky is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rocky is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rocky stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Okoye.
Rocky is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Rocky lands with a nice body punch.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Okoye! Rocky is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ikemba Okoye! |
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Event:
Oren vs Koyri
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
#R1#
A jab from Okoye does it's job there.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Lee jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Okoye misses with a looping left.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
Okoye swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
Okoye appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lee throws a head kick but Okoye moves out of range.
Lee throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Okoye.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
Okoye looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Lee rushes Okoye and presses him up against the cage.
Okoye working aggressively here.
Okoye is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lee to keep the fight standing.
Okoye goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Okoye misses with the head strike.
Okoye blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1##BC#
Lee manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Lee has Okoye up against the cage in a clinch.
Okoye lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Lee breaks from the clinch.
Lee lands with a slapping head kick.
Lee fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Okoye on the side of the head.
Lee chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Okoye fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lee looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lee darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lee throws a head kick but Okoye moves out of range.
A nice side step and Okoye releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Okoye paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Okoye misses with a looping left.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Lee rushes Okoye and presses him up against the cage.
Okoye misses with a hook to the ribs.
Okoye swings wildly with an uppercut but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lee blocking some punches.
Okoye softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Lee forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Lee's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lee throws a lazy head kick
and Okoye counters with a nice uppercut.
Okoye connects with a jab.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick and Okoye moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Okoye! But no joy.
Lee throws a head kick but Okoye moves out of range.
Lee throws a head kick but Okoye moves out of range.
Okoye wants to counter the offense by Lee and move into the clinch position.#T3#
Okoye on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Okoye avoids the head kick by Lee.
Okoye throws out a loose jab but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee fails in his attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Okoye was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Lee clinches up with Okoye and pushes him back against the cage.
Okoye jumps guard but Lee turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Jeff Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.
Okoye tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lee's elbow.
Okoye working aggressively here.
Lee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Okoye misses with a hook to the ribs.
Okoye fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Okoye throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
A short right from Okoye on the inside.
Lee cracks Okoye with a nice body shot.
Okoye lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Okoye swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lee effectively controlling the action here.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Okoye.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Lee holds him up against the cage and eventually Okoye drops back down to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Okoye lands a shoulder strike.
Lee blocking some punches.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Lee forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Okoye jumps guard but Lee stands there with Okoye around his waist. Okoye gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
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 Jeff Lee will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Okoye throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Okoye takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lee throws a head kick but Okoye moves out of range.
Okoye now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lee takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lee listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Okoye throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Okoye swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've been told by Lee's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye avoids the head kick by Lee.
Lee with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Okoye avoids the head kick by Lee.
Okoye takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#T1#
Okoye keeps the fight on the outside.
Okoye tries to counter with a clinch but Lee shakes him off and moves away.
A big left from Lee misses. #CL#
Lee takes the fight into the clinch.
Ikemba Okoye seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Okoye.
Okoye swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Okoye tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lee's elbow.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Lee forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A knee to the head by Lee.
#CUT#It looks like Ikemba Okoye has been cut.
Okoye lands a right hand.
Okoye throws a head punch that misses.
Okoye taking a breather.
Lee misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Lee manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Okoye on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Okoye looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick
and Okoye counters with a nice uppercut.
Jeff Lee is winning the standup battle so far.
Okoye throws a shot from downtown. Lee moves away and avoids it.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Lee throws a lazy head kick
letting Okoye counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Okoye blocks a jab.
Lee lands with a slapping head kick.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses.
Okoye lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A head kick misses from Lee.
Lee is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Nice uppercut there from Okoye.
Okoye avoids the head kick by Lee.
A nice side step and Okoye releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick
and Okoye counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL#
Lee has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Lee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lee blocks a jab.
Lee cracks Okoye with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lee throws a nice head kick!
Lee throws a sloppy head kick and Okoye moves out of range easily.
Okoye looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lee misses with a shot to the body
and Okoye counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lee is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T4#
Lee takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Okoye looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Okoye.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch but Okoye swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick
letting Okoye counter with a right hand.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lee gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Okoye tries to clinch up.
Lee misses with a head kick.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Okoye swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Lee dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ikemba Okoye's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lee throws a head kick that misses
and Okoye counters with a nice uppercut.
Lee avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lee throws a head kick that misses
and Okoye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Okoye stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lee.#KD2#
Okoye lands a big right hand that sends Lee crashing to the mat! Okoye stays standing though and waves Lee back to his feet!#ROC2#Lee is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Okoye moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Oh Lee is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lee throws a head kick that misses
and Okoye makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lee with a nice calf kick.
Lee seems to have got his legs back now.
Lee looks to clinch #KD2#
and Okoye counters with a nice right hand that sends Lee toppling to the canvas! Lee scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Okoye finish him?!
Okoye throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
Lee throws a leg kick which misses Okoye's front leg but catches the back leg as Okoye tries to avoid it. #T1#
A head kick by Lee misses #KD2#
and Okoye counters with a nice right hand that sends Lee toppling to the canvas! Lee scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Okoye finish him?!
Okoye misses with a looping left.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lee lands a head kick!
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Okoye now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL#
Lee moves into range and clinches up with Okoye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Okoye trying to control the position but instead, Lee has worked for underhooks and has pushed Okoye into the cage.
Okoye throws a punch but it's blocked by Lee.
Okoye goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
#T2#
Okoye misses with a punch on the inside.
Lee blocking some punches.
Okoye working aggressively here.
Lee blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Okoye tries to pull guard but Lee won't allow it.
Okoye working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lee is struggling to control the position.
Okoye can't find room to land a body shot as Lee controls the action.
Lee slows down the pace here.
Lee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Okoye has a couple of punches blocked by Lee.
Okoye is trying to break free.#T3#
Lee blocking some punches.
Okoye lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lee backwards. #BC#
Lee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Okoye circles away from the clinch attempt
and Okoye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lee darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Okoye.
Okoye avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
A head kick misses from Lee.
Okoye throws out a counter right but Lee avoids it with no problem.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick and Okoye moves out of range easily.
Lee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Okoye.
Okoye blocks a head kick by Lee.
Lee slips a jab from Okoye.
Ikemba Okoye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lee defending well as Okoye loads up on a big left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee fails with an attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Okoye was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Okoye avoids the head kick by Lee.
Lee throws a lazy uppercut
and Okoye counters with a nice uppercut.
Lee throws a head kick but Okoye moves out of range.
Jeff Lee is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Okoye drops his hands momentarily and Lee takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ikemba Okoye comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lee has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Lee!
An out of breath Jeff Lee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Walker throws the left hand but Okoye avoids the punch easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Okoye misses.
Okoye tries to clinch up.
Okoye bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Walker's head backwards.
Walker stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Okoye.
Okoye moves to clinch but Walker breaks away
and Walker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Walker throws a leg kick but Okoye sees it coming and moves out of range.
Okoye fails with the takedown.
Okoye lands a nice shot that snaps Walker's head back.
Okoye tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Walker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye tries to close the distance and clinch up but Walker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
As Okoye backs away, Walker returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Okoye keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Walker.
Walker connects with a body shot.
Walker misses with a leg kick.
Walker staying out of range there.
Walker wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Okoye takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Okoye misses with a takedown attempt - Walker sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Liam Walker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ikemba Okoye.#T1#
Walker walks into a left hand.
Walker loads up on a big right hand but Okoye slips the punch.
Okoye misses with a hook
#TD#
and Walker counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Okoye tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Walker is pressing down on Okoye's thigh, looking to free his foot. Okoye is holding on for now.
Walker lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Walker lands a nice short elbow.
Walker looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Walker working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Okoye's thigh. Okoye counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB2#
Okoye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Walker working some strikes from top position.
Okoye looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Okoye has momentary wrist control but Walker slips an elbow through the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Okoye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Walker defends well.
Our spies down at at Primal Concrete Gym inform us that Okoye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Okoye is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Walker distracts Okoye with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Okoye trying to keep a closed guard but Walker is proving a slippery customer.
Walker working some strikes from top position.#T3#
Walker trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Walker with a nice head shot there.
Walker is in close to Okoye's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Walker makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Walker throws a big elbow that misses.
Okoye is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Walker is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Okoye will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Walker postures up.
Walker lands a couple of digs.
Walker connects with a couple of short punches.
Walker passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4##SUB#
Walker goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Okoye rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Walker's guard! Nice work there by Okoye!
Walker is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Okoye regains full guard. Nicely done.
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!#SUB2#
Okoye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Walker works over Okoye with some ground and pound from guard.
Walker throwing strikes from guard but Okoye blocks nicely.
Okoye working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Walker. #SUB2#
Okoye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Walker is aware though and is defending well.
Walker working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Liam Walker dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Okoye takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Walker lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A big left from Okoye misses.
A left and a right from Walker both land. Nice combination.
Okoye ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Okoye blocks a low kick nicely.
Okoye lands with a straight right. Walker didn't see that one coming.
Okoye bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Okoye uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Walker has time to react.
Walker misses with a looping left.
Nice cross by Walker.
Liam Walker is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Okoye avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Okoye throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Walker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Walker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Okoye.
#CL#
Walker rushes Okoye and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Walker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Okoye gets caught napping as Walker dives in and scores a takedown. Okoye manages to retain guard.
Okoye throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#T1#
Okoye controls Walker momentarily but Walker frees himself.
Walker keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Okoye's head.
Okoye is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Walker working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Walker keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Okoye's head.
Okoye preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Walker trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Walker lands a couple of elbows.
Walker cracks Okoye with a solid left hand.#T2##SUB2#
Walker got a little sloppy there for a moment and Okoye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Walker has managed to get both his arms back between Okoye's legs - danger averted.
Walker lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Walker's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Walker is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Okoye is trying to control the position but Walker postures up.
Walker makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Walker tries to free his leg and advance position but Okoye is retaining full guard.
Walker working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Okoye's head.
Walker postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Walker lands a couple of digs.
Walker trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Okoye wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Walker is now in half guard. #T3#
Okoye is not content to let Walker control the position.
Okoye trying to control from the bottom.
Okoye is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Walker is staying active.
Walker working over Okoye with some ground and pound. Okoye looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Walker looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Okoye with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ground and pound from Walker.
Okoye wants to control but Walker passes into side.
Okoye takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#T4#
Walker working away.
Okoye tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Walker lands with some strikes.
Walker scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Walker trying to control but Okoye is having none of it.
Liam Walker overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Walker scoring with strikes but Okoye is staying in there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Walker raining down shots from the mount!
Okoye can't escape the position.
Walker has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Okoye's face.
Walker fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Liam Walker dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Walker looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Walker motions for Okoye to come forward. Walker throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Okoye steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Walker.
Okoye slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jab by Walker.
Okoye tries to clinch up but Walker circles away and keeps his distance.
A lazy left from Okoye finds it's target.#ROC2#Walker is rocked!
Walker ducks into an uppercut from Okoye and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ikemba Okoye! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Plinths lands with an overhand left.
Plinths defending well as Okoye loads up on a big left hand.
Plinths getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Okoye takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Okoye tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Plinths was well out of range. Poor timing from Okoye.
Plinths looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Okoye tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Plinths manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Plinths slips a jab from Okoye.
Jab, jab by Plinths - just one landing.
Okoye misses with a looping left.
Okoye moves in looking to clinch but Plinths pushes him off.
Okoye tries to clinch but Plinths moves away #KD2#
and Plinths counters with a crisp right hand that drops Okoye! Plinths lets Okoye back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT2#It looks like Ikemba Okoye has been cut.
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!
Okoye misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Plinths.
#KD2#
Plinths lands a big uppercut and Okoye crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Okoye looks OK. Plinths waves Okoye back to his feet!#ROC2#Okoye is rocked!#T1#
Plinths lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Okoye head around and knocks him out cold! Plinths hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Circa Plinths! |
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