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Event:
WVT 151: San v Rivers
Date: Sep 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Rivers circles away from the clinch attempt.
A little jabbing left from Rivers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rivers throws a jab but it's blocked by San. #CL2#
Rivers drives through and clinches with San against the cage.
Rivers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
San misses with some punches.
Rivers has San pressed against the cage, preventing San from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
San misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Rivers works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Rivers stands and throws San's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rivers scoring with punches from side control.
Rivers has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rivers avoids the strikes from the bottom by San.
Rivers blocks the strikes from San.
San on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if San tries to get out of the position.
Rivers wants to control but San is keeping him busy.
San tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Rivers scoring with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Rivers is trying to get an arm triangle but San is defending well.
San's coaches at Sol União Elite Alliance of Fighters 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rivers scores with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Rivers tries for a kimura but San is defending well. #T1#
San striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Rivers scores with a couple of short elbows.
San tries to buck Rivers off but Rivers is having none of it.
San sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
San on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rivers is keen to just control but San is a slippery customer.
San tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Rivers seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but San does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
San throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Rivers keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
San misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Rivers blocks the strikes from San.
Nice strikes from Rivers there.
Nice strikes from Rivers there.
Rivers lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Still in half guard, Rivers seems content to control.#T2#
Rivers is nestled in close to San, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Rivers blocks the strikes from San.
Rivers working over San with some ground and pound. San looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
San throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Rivers is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
San missing with punches from the bottom.
San taking some punishment here, with Rivers in his half guard.
San moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
San throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
San thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Rivers landing some decent shots from guard.
Rivers with a nice head shot there.
San looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rivers puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rivers slips a nice elbow through San's hands, connecting with San's forehead.#ROC2#San is rocked!
Rivers landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Oh San is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rivers lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ground and pound from Rivers.
Rivers lands a big elbow - San is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Rivers!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clint Rivers!
Clint Rivers took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conviction for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
WVT 144: San v Souza
Date: Aug 18, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Azevedo Souza drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
San is trying to improve his position.
Azevedo Souza content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
My spies in Tappelukerho inform me that Azevedo Souza has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Azevedo Souza is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, San has escaped the position, nice work there.
Azevedo Souza controlling from side mount.
San is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Azevedo Souza looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Azevedo Souza avoids the strikes from the bottom by San.
San tries to strike but it doesn't land.
San is trying to improve his 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. #T1#
San is not content to let Azevedo Souza control the position. #SUB2#
Azevedo Souza is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, San has escaped the position, nice work there.
San is trying to get back to half guard.
San is not content to let Azevedo Souza control the position.
San tries to bench press Azevedo Souza off him but Azevedo Souza keeps the position.
Azevedo Souza wants to lay and pray for a moment but San keeps working.
San is trying to work for a sweep but Azevedo Souza has mounted him!#T2##SUB2#
Azevedo Souza working for a guillotine from mount but San is in no mood to give up.
San is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
San has given up his back here. Will Azevedo Souza look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Azevedo Souza is hanging on to San's back as he tries to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
San is working hard here to advance position.
San's coaches at Sol União Elite Alliance of Fighters 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.#SUB2#
Azevedo Souza is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. San has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Azevedo Souza has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! San taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Azevedo Souza doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Miguel Azevedo Souza!
Miguel Azevedo Souza thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WFC Tokyo 3
Date: Jul 30, 2023 |
#R1#
San dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Field was well out of range. Poor timing from San.
Field misses with a body shot.
Field throws a hook but San avoids it easily.
San has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Field is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Field swings for the body but San moves out of range.
San doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Field 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.#CL2#
San moves into range and clinches up with Field.
Field goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Field misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San blocks a body shot from Field.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San working aggressively here.
Field misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land. #BC#
Field breaks the clinch.
San changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Field is breathing heavily.#CL2#
San takes the fight into the clinch.
San lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San lands a right hand.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Field.
Field misses with some punches.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Field backwards.
San misses with some punches.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Field backwards.
Field blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San lands with a light punch inside.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San working aggressively here.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
Field blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Field.
Field doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San lands with a light punch inside.
Field struggles to land a body shot inside as San controls his hands.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San misses with the head strike.
#T2#
San lands with a light punch inside.
Field misses with some punches.
San working aggressively here.
San misses with the head strike.
Field drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Field blocks an uppercut.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Field backwards.
Field swings wildly with an uppercut but San uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Field backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Field fails to land.
San prevents a body shot from Field.
Field struggles to land a body shot inside as San controls his hands.
San misses with the head strike.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Field tries to work over San's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Field.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Field backwards.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Field doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by San.
Field blocking some punches.
San working aggressively here.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Field.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Field. #BC#
Field's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jab by San.
San misses with the combination.
San throws a right and a left that both miss.
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!
San with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T4#
San throws a series of punches but Field moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Field misses its target.
Field's hands are dropping dangerously low here and San connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Field scrambles back to his feet.#TD#
Field scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
San punching from the bottom.
Field missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
San tries to get to full guard but Field has control of the leg.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Field connects with a nice short shot to San's temple.
San throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Field blocks the strikes from San.
San punching from the bottom.
San wants to get back to full guard.
Field blocks the strikes from San.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
San tries to get to full guard but Field has control of the leg.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if San can do anything to dispel that myth.
Field blocks the strikes from San.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Field takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
San scores with a body shot.
Field avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
San ducks under a wild hook from Field.
San lands with a nice body punch. #CL2#
San has Field up against the cage in a clinch.
Field blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Field.
Field misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Field escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
San connects with a body shot that sends Field's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Field gets tackled into the cage by San. San maintains the clinch.
Field blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Field misses with a short punch on the inside.
San working aggressively here.
San lands with a light punch inside.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A right handed body shot lands from Field.
#T1#
San lands with a right to the head.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
San pushes Field back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Field fails to land.
Field fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
San has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Field struggles to land a body shot inside as San controls his hands.
Field has a couple of punches blocked by San.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Field.
San misses with some punches.
Field jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as San walks away with a smile on his face. Field gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
San lands a hook that stumbles Field back into the cage. San follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Field to the canvas! San pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Field has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Aiko San!
Aiko San is the new lightweight champion!
The defeated Roger Field had this to say: 'Yeehaw'. |
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Event:
WFC Las Vegas 5
Date: Jul 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Cartwright scores with a jab to the body.
San throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
San misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cartwright.
Cartwright is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
San jabs at Cartwright's body.
San scores with a shot to the body.
Cartwright jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cartwright moves away from the strike by San.
Cartwright takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
San moves in looking to clinch but Cartwright pushes him off.
Cartwright drops down looking to force a counter takedown but San defends it well.
Cartwright takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#CL#
San rushes Cartwright and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Cartwright.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San misses with some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cartwright blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
Cartwright blocking some punches.
Cartwright fails to pull guard.
#BC2#
Cartwright breaks the clinch.
#T1#
San swinging wildly here.
Cartwright is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A head kick misses from Cartwright. #CL#
San has closed the distance and engaged Cartwright in a clinch.
Cartwright drops to a knee looking for a takedown but San gets the underhooks and prevents it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables San to keep the fight standing.
Aiko San has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clin Cartwright.
San lands with a left to the head.
Cartwright jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as San walks away with a smile on his face. Cartwright gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
San fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cartwright on the side of the head.#CL#
San pushes Cartwright up against the cage in a clinch.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Cartwright uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cartwright blocking some punches.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Cartwright uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Cartwright blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Cartwright breaks from the clinch.
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!
Cartwright looks to land a combination but San avoids it well.
Cartwright avoids the body shot from San.
San avoids a punch combination nicely.
San doesn't manage to clinch there - Cartwright circles away.
Nice defenses there by Cartwright.
San tries to close the distance and clinch but Cartwright swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
San moves out of range as Cartwright strikes.
San takes a swing at Cartwright's ribcage but misses.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San misses with a looping left.#T3##CL#
San pushes Cartwright up against the cage in a clinch.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Cartwright.
Cartwright can't get the takedown.
Cartwright looking to stall.
Cartwright jumps guard but San turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Cartwright has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed San clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
San tries to escape but Cartwright has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
San is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
San is really stuck here.
San tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
San throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
San is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
San is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cartwright with shots to the head and body - San looks very uncomfortable down there. #T4#
Cartwright is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Cartwright lands with some vicious ground and pound - can San hang on?
San tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Cartwright wants to control the pace but San is squirming around nicely.
San flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
San is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
San swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
San can't escape the position.
Cartwright lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Cartwright trying to control but he's not successful this time.
San is looking to improve his position but Cartwright isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Cartwright jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but San manages to avoid the submission attempt.
San tries to bench press Cartwright off him but Cartwright keeps the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Clin Cartwright will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Cartwright keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
San is looking to wear down Cartwright with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
San looks to land a combination but Cartwright avoids it well.
Cartwright swats away the attempt to clinch by San.
Cartwright tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cartwright misses with a hook. San ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Cartwright misses.
Aiko San is winning the standup battle so far.
San throws a series of punches but Cartwright moves out of range.
Cartwright is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
San throws a body shot but no joy.
San sets himself, and Cartwright steps forward looking for the clinch! San avoids it this time.
San works Cartwright's body with a nice hook.
San tries to clinch there but Cartwright circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright swats away the attempt to clinch by San.
Cartwright cracks San with a good jab.
San looks to score with a jab to the body but Cartwright is just out of range.
Cartwright tries to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
San tries to clinch but Cartwright moves out of range.
San missing with a left hand there. Cartwright was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
San misses with a hook. Cartwright ducked under it nicely.
Cartwright closes the distance and clinches up with San, looking for a takedown. Cartwright pushes San against the cage but San circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
San tries to clinch there but Cartwright circles away.
Cartwright shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts San as he jumps to the side.
San changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
San misses with a series of wild punches.
San slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A big right from Cartwright misses.
San looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
San misses with a wild body shot.
San fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
San staying out of range there.#CL#
San clinches with his opponent.
Aiko San has scored more points in the clinch so far.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San is pressed up against the cage. Cartwright has hold of a leg and is looking to drag San down to the mat. San avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Aiko San has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clin Cartwright.
San keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cartwright fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cartwright keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
San tries to clinch but Cartwright is having none of it.
Cartwright looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
San throws a right and a left that both miss.
A countering left hand to the body from Cartwright misses.#T3#
San connects with a body shot.
San fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
San tries to close the distance and clinch but Cartwright swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
San with a hook.
San swings for the body but Cartwright moves out of range.
Cartwright walks into a straight right hand from San.
Cartwright waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract San.
San ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cartwright moves away.
Cartwright ducks down and throws a hook to the body but San moves away.
San is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cartwright can do to turn this around?
Cartwright thows a left - swing and a miss!
San jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
San scores with a jab to the jaw.
San swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#KD#
Oooooh!!! San has knocked Cartwright down with a huge combo! San steps away and waves a wobbly Cartwright back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Cartwright is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Clin Cartwright has been cut.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cartwright throws a lazy uppercut
and Cartwright takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cartwright is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
San tries to close the distance and clinch but Cartwright swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
San Throws a clean left jab. San Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Cartwright's chin! Cartwright crumbles to the ground and San follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by San!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
SYN 981 Balin vs. Finlayson
Date: May 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Crawley throws an ugly left hook that misses
and San counters with a stiff right hand.
Crawley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Crawley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Crawley bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A low kick from Crawley is predictable there
and San counters with a nice uppercut.
Crawley throws a low kick but San moves out of range easily.
A lazy left from Crawley finds it's target.
Nice cross by Crawley.
Crawley throws a quick head kick that skims the top of San's head.
Billy Crawley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from San misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Crawley lands a nice leg kick that just misses San's sensitive parts.
Crawley lands a nice leg kick that just misses San's sensitive parts.
Crawley throws a quick head kick that skims the top of San's head.#CUT#It looks like Aiko San has been cut.#T1#
Crawley slips under a jab.
A jab from San does it's job there.
San misses the jab.
Crawley throws a quick inside leg kick.
A head kick by Crawley misses
and San counters with a nice uppercut.
Crawley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
San swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Crawley darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Crawley.
Crawley throws a head kick that misses
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San blocks a head kick by Crawley.
Crawley swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting San counter with a right hand. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crawley sizes up San with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
San fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Crawley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Crawley moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Crawley misses with a lunging right hand
and San counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice jab there from Crawley.
Crawley throws a nice outside leg kick.
San blocks a head kick by Crawley.
San swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Crawley throws a jab when San was well out of range.
San swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Crawley.
Crawley throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Crawley darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Crawley takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Crawley pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Crawley throws an overhand right that lands on San's shoulder, as San tries to avoid the shot.
San avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
San's corner calls for a 1-2. San obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
San drops his hands momentarily and Crawley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Good work by San as he checks the leg kick.
San has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
San scores with a hook to the body. Crawley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Crawley fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
San is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Crawley.
San 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.#KD2#
San cracks Crawley with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. San has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Crawley to stand back up!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crawley looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Crawley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from San.
San is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Crawley had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
San drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Crawley throws an ugly left hook that misses
and San counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Crawley thinking.
Crawley throws a front kick aimed at San's knee but San avoids it well.
Crawley throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
San takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
San swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
San's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Crawley connects with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Crawley. Crawley obviously looking to wear him down.
A head kick by Crawley misses
and Crawley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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 Billy Crawley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Aiko San's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
San blocks a low kick nicely.
Crawley throws a low kick, looking for San's leg but San calmly moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from San on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Crawley thows a leg kick but San checks it
and San counters with a straight right hand.
Crawley swings away with a body shot that misses
letting San counter with a right hand.
San misses with a looping right.
San checks a low kick from Crawley.
San jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#ROC2#Crawley is rocked!
San cracks Crawley with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aiko San! |
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Event:
SYN 975 Fedetenko vs. Young
Date: Apr 12, 2023 |
#R1#
San misses with a body shot.
San is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hall.
San looks to land a right hand but Hall moved out of range.
Hall appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
San listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
San jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT2#It looks like Robbie Hall has been cut.
A jab from San misses.
Hall changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hall takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
San looks to score with a jab to the body but Hall is just out of range.
San throws a hook to the side of Hall's head but Hall sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San throws a hook but Hall blocks it.
Hall feinted with a counter takedown.
Hall doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hall definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Aiko San seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hall on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hall takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T1#
San ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hall moves away.
Hall is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from San.
San takes a swing at Hall's ribcage but misses.
San throws a lazy right hand but Hall sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
San has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Hall is landing a low percentage of strikes.
San misses with a right hand #TD#
and Hall counters with a nice double leg into guard.
San looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hall is one step ahead there.
San seems keen to control Hall's posture.
Hall trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Hall has gone for a leg lock! San slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hall's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Hall looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hall might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hall is looking for a triangle but San pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Hall is looking for a triangle but San pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Hall throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! San escapes and throws Hall's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Hall is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Hall manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hall is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if San can do anything to dispel that myth.
San is staying active underneath Hall, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hall is sneakily working for an arm triangle but San sees it coming and defends easily.
San really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hall. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
San is staying active underneath Hall, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Hall takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Hall is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so San is just riding it out for now. Hall eventually gives up the hold.
Hall prevents San from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Hall is looking for a kimura but San is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hall to get the leverage.
San desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robbie Hall's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
San lands a glancing blow to the side of Hall's head.
San throws a hook but Hall avoids it easily.
Hall wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
San misses with a right hand #TD#
and Hall decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in San's guard.
San is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Hall drops back, looking for a kneebar! San looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. San looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from San! #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hall sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hall looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hall with the active half guard here but San passes nicely into side control.
San happy to just control the position for now.
Hall tries to buck San off but San is having none of it.#T2#
Hall being controlled for a moment.
Hall is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked San off and has taken his back!
Hall trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure San doesn't escape. #T3##SUB#
Hall seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under San's chin but San turns very nicely into Hall's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by San.
#SUB#
Hall looking for a guillotine here but San defends easily.
#SUB#
Hall working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because San has passed into half guard!
Hall is looking to improve his position.
#T4##SUB#
Hall looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Robbie Hall overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Hall actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
San moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Hall.
Hall gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Well, if San is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
San is trying to control. Hall wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Aiko San will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Robbie Hall's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Hall keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hall's hands are dropping dangerously low here and San connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hall scrambles back to his feet.
San scores with a sloppy right hand. Hall should have avoided that one.
Nice uppercut there from San.
Hall staying out of range there.
Hall appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
San misses with a looping right.
San misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Hall counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Hall wants to control but San is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hall is working for a kimura but San is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Hall is sneakily working for an arm triangle but San sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
San is looking for a sweep. Hall is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Hall seems to be looking for submissions.
San is not content to let Hall control the position.
San regains full guard. Nicely done.
Robbie Hall has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hall wants to control from the top but San keeps moving.
Hall engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Hall pushes down on San's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Hall wants to work for an arm triangle but San is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hall wants to control but San is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB#
San is defending against the submission attempts here by Hall.
#SUB#
Hall is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hall perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
San scores with a jab. Hall acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
San throws a body shot but no joy.
As San tries to get set, Hall tries to push him back and clinch up but San manages to avoid the attempt.
San lands a jab.
San uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hall has time to react.
San connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hall's hands.#ROC2#Hall is rocked!#KD2#
San lands a big uppercut and Hall crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Hall looks OK. San waves Hall back to his feet!
Oh Hall is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A slow jab from San misses its intended target.
As San tries to get set, Hall tries to push him back and clinch up but San manages to avoid the attempt.
Crack! San connects with the perfect overhand right and Hall falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for San!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aiko San! |
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Event:
SYN 969 Tarver vs. Greene
Date: Mar 22, 2023 |
#R1#
San loads up on a big right hand but Burnett slips the punch.
Burnett lands the left hand.
Burnett pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burnett keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Burnett.
Burnett lands the left hand.
Burnett fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Burnett misses with an uppercut. San saw that one coming.
A big right from San misses.
Burnett looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Burnett changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
San pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A decent looking cross lands there for Burnett.
Burnett drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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!
San throws a shot from downtown. Burnett moves away and avoids it.
Burnett comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Burnett.
San moves out of range as Burnett strikes.
Burnett throws an overhand right that lands on San's shoulder, as San tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
San slips under a jab from Burnett.
Burnett moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
San throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
San gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Burnett throws a hook but San avoids it easily.
San loads up on a big right hand but Burnett slips the punch.
San looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Burnett misses with a lunging right hand
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
It looked like San wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Burnett misses with a hook
and San counters with a stiff right hand.
San takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
San misses with a looping right.
San thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Burnett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Burnett jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burnett lands a nice looking body shot.
Burnett cracks San with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Burnett is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Burnett throws an off balance right hand
letting San counter with a right hand. #T2#
San takes a swing at Burnett's ribcage but misses.
Burnett misses with a looping right.
Burnett's jab looks to have found its range, popping San under the eye.
San looks to land a right hand but Burnett moved out of range.
Burnett bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Burnett lands with a right hand.
San takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Burnett throws a shot to the body.
Burnett throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burnett slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
San with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Burnett to score with a decent uppercut.
San ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
San throwing a counter right hand but Burnett manages to avoid it.
San swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Burnett misses with an uppercut
and San counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Burnett uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from San.
A swing and a miss from San.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Burnett.
Burnett is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San blocks a jab.
It looked like San was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Burnett.
Burnett scores with a jab.
Burnett scores with a shot to the body.
Khalil Burnett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burnett throws a body shot but no joy.
San just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Burnett! But no joy.
San steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Burnett.
Nice shot by Burnett.
Burnett throws an off balance right hand
and San counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Burnett lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
San pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burnett misses with a looping right.
Burnett looks to score with a jab to the body but San is just out of range.
San ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
San is looking to counter punch.
San jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - San throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burnett lands a body shot.
The fighters circling - Burnett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Burnett misses with a lunging right hand
and San counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A slow jab from San misses its intended target.
Burnett misses with a straight right.
It looked like San wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
San displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burnett throws out the jab.
Burnett misses with an uppercut.
Jab from Burnett.
San ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
Burnett swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Burnett lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
San throws a hook but Burnett avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burnett paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Burnett misses with a hook
and San counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big right from San misses.
Burnett rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Burnett takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khalil Burnett dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
San uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Burnett.
An attempted straight right counter from San misses the target.
Burnett moves into range and connects with a jab.
Burnett lands a head shot.
San slips under a jab.
Burnett paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Burnett throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Burnett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract San.
San is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Burnett throws a lazy uppercut
and San connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
San misses with a wild body shot.
San scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
San moves away from the strike by Burnett.
San looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Burnett scores with a nice right hand.
Burnett steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San.
San lands a glancing blow to the side of Burnett's head.
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!
Burnett throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San loads up on a big right hand but Burnett slips the punch.
San blocks a jab.#T1#
A slow jab from Burnett misses its intended target.
San throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
San drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
San ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
San throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
San fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Burnett manages to avoid it.
Burnett avoids the body shot from San.
A swing and a miss from Burnett.
San misses with a hook. Burnett ducked under it nicely.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Burnett getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
San slips under a jab from Burnett.
San bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
San throws a looping overhand right but Burnett ducks down to avoid it.
Khalil Burnett seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice jab there from Burnett.
A slow jab from Burnett misses its intended target.
Burnett scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
A big right from Burnett misses.
San wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from San misses its intended target.
Burnett connects with a jab.
Burnett swings widly with a right hand
and San counters with a left to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether San might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Burnett slips under a jab from San.
Burnett looks to throw the jab but San is out of range.
San stuns Burnett with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Burnett defending well as San loads up on a big left hand.
Burnett throws a hook but San avoids it easily.
San looks to land a left hand but Burnett moved out of range nicely.
Burnett appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
San connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Burnett throws a hook but San blocks it.
Burnett throws a jab when San was well out of range.
Burnett scores with a hook.
Burnett slips under a jab.#T3#
Burnett swings and misses with a hook to the body.
San scores with a decent looking hook.
San throws a big shot that misses.
San misses with a looping right.
San misses with a looping right.
Burnett drops his hands momentarily and San takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Burnett misses with an uppercut. San saw that one coming.
San throws a hook to the side of Burnett's head but Burnett sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burnett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Burnett misses with a hook. San ducked under it nicely.
San throws a shot from downtown. Burnett moves away and avoids it.
Burnett throws a shot from downtown. San moves away and avoids it.
San needs to keep his hands up - Burnett had a free shot at his head there.
Burnett looks to land a left hand but San moved out of range nicely.
San defending well as Burnett loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Burnett swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A quick step to the side and San tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burnett throws a hook to the side of San's head but San sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burnett ducks under a wild hook from San.
Burnett scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
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!
Burnett scores with the left hand. San knows he should have avoided that one.
Burnett throws out a powerful jab.
Burnett darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
San fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Burnett manages to avoid it.
Burnett steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San.
Nice defenses there by San.
An attempted straight right counter from San misses the target.
Burnett misses with an uppercut
and San counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
San misses with an uppercut. Burnett saw that one coming.
Burnett avoids the body shot from San.
San needs to keep his hands up - Burnett had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burnett.
Burnett takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Khalil Burnett will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
San has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from San there as he acknowledges the shot.
San throws a looping overhand right but Burnett ducks down to avoid it.
Burnett is clearly trying to counter these attacks from San with a body shot.
Burnett scores with a sloppy right hand. San should have avoided that one.
Burnett pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burnett throws a right hand that misses
letting San counter with a right hand.
Burnett scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Burnett throws a hook to the side of San's head but San sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burnett's corner calls for a 1-2. Burnett obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Burnett looks to land a right hand but San moved out of range.
Nice shot by Burnett.
Burnett throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burnett lands a nice looking body shot.
Burnett lands a nice shot to the body.
Burnett has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burnett throws a looping overhand right but San ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and San tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burnett misses with a looping right.
Burnett throws an ugly left hook that misses
and San counters with a straight right hand.
Burnett jabs San to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Burnett uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before San has time to react.
Burnett avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice cross by Burnett.
Burnett connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Burnett bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
San bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
San ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
It looked like San was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Burnett.
Burnett jabs San to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Burnett misses the jab.
Burnett missing with a left hand there. San was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Burnett lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Burnett keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
San takes a swing at Burnett's ribcage but misses.
Burnett just misses with a punch to the body.
Burnett throws a jab but it's blocked by San.
Aiko San has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Burnett misses with a hook.
Burnett misses with a lunging right hand
and San counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San misses with a hook.
Burnett swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
San throws a hook to the side of Burnett's head but Burnett sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burnett takes a swing at San's ribcage but misses.
San bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Burnett throws a lazy right hand but San sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
San keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Burnett.
San misses the jab.
Burnett lands a nice looking body shot.
Burnett misses with a hook
and San counters with a nice uppercut.
Burnett uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San.
San misses with a hook.
San waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Burnett.
San takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Burnett swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big right from Burnett misses.
Burnett slips a straight right by San.
Burnett misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from San.
San throws a big shot that misses.
San misses with a straight right.
Burnett throws a shot from downtown. San moves away and avoids it.
Burnett misses the jab.
Burnett takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Burnett takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Burnett ducks under a wild hook from San.
Burnett throws a predictable looking body shot
and San counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
San uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Burnett.
San was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Burnett misses with a looping right.
Burnett slips under a jab.
Burnett looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Burnett connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Burnett staying out of range there.
Burnett scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burnett misses with a right hand
and San counters with a stiff right hand.
Burnett takes a shot right to the bread basket.
San slips a straight right by Burnett.
San looks to score with a jab to the body but Burnett is just out of range.
San misses with a hook. Burnett ducked under it nicely.
Burnett connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
San lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Burnett loads up on a big right hand but San slips the punch.
Burnett misses with a telegraphed body shot
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Burnett misses the jab.
Burnett throws a body punch but San moves out of range.
San throws a big shot that misses.
San throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Khalil Burnett.
Well Burnett has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khalil Burnett! |
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Event:
SYN 963 Tarver vs. Bar
Date: Mar 01, 2023 |
#R1#
San slips a straight right by Minoru Ii.
Minoru Ii avoids the body shot from San.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Minoru Ii.
Minoru Ii misses with an uppercut.
San throws an off balance right hand
enabling Minoru Ii to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Aiko San has been cut.
Minoru Ii throws a jab but it's blocked by San.
Minoru Ii misses with an uppercut.
San throws the left hand but Minoru Ii avoids the punch easily.
San takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Minoru Ii tries to bum rush San with a series of wild strikes but San uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
San lands the left hand.
Minoru Ii throws a hook but San blocks it.
San misses with a right hand
and Minoru Ii counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps San thinking.
Minoru Ii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A decent looking cross lands there for San.
Minoru Ii blocks a jab.
Minoru Ii closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
Minoru Ii moves away from the strike by San.
Minoru Ii moves out of range as San strikes.
San connects with a body shot.
Minoru Ii seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
San misses with a straight left.
It looked like Minoru Ii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice shot lands for San.
San swings for the body but Minoru Ii moves out of range.
San misses with a straight left.
It looked like Minoru Ii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
San misses with a straight right.
San jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
San slips under a jab.
Minoru Ii moves out of range of the strikes.
San defending well as Minoru Ii loads up on a big left hand.
San misses with a straight left.
Minoru Ii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
San sizes up Minoru Ii with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
Minoru Ii misses with a straight left.
Minoru Ii scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Minoru Ii jabbing away but nothing is landing.
San throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Minoru Ii just misses with a punch to the body.
San scores with the left hand. Minoru Ii knows he should have avoided that one.
San throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Minoru Ii on the side of the head.
Minoru Ii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from San.
It looked like Minoru Ii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
San lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheers as San lands an impressive looking overhand right. Minoru Ii doesn't seem phased though.
A telegraphed right hand from San misses the target.
Minoru Ii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from San misses the target.
Minoru Ii throws a big shot that misses.
San looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
San scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Aiko San seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
San lands with an overhand left.
San throws out a powerful jab.
San throws a hook but Minoru Ii blocks it.
San lands a right hook to the body.
San connects with a single shot there.
Minoru Ii ducks right into an uppercut from San.
Nice shot by San.
San slips under a jab from Minoru Ii.
San uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Minoru Ii has time to react.
San slips under a jab from Minoru Ii.
Minoru Ii slips under a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minoru Ii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Minoru Ii throws a lazy right hand but San sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
San missing with a left hand there. Minoru Ii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Minoru Ii looks to land a left hand but San moved out of range nicely.
San looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
A big right from Minoru Ii misses.
San has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
San uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Minoru Ii.
Minoru Ii throws the left hand but San avoids the punch easily.
San jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A quick step to the side and Minoru Ii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
San connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Minoru Ii momentarily.
Minoru Ii misses with an uppercut. San saw that one coming.
Minoru Ii takes one to the chin there.
San throws out a powerful jab.
Minoru Ii swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by San.
Minoru Ii ducks under a wild hook from San.
Minoru Ii misses with a looping left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San sizes up Minoru Ii with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Minoru Ii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and San counters with a nice uppercut.
Minoru Ii moves away from the strike by San.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Minoru Ii.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aiko San's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Minoru Ii takes a jab right on the kisser.
San jabbing away but nothing is landing.
San displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Minoru Ii throws out the jab.
San misses with a looping right.
San has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Minoru Ii throws a lazy uppercut
and Minoru Ii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
San blocks a jab.
San looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
San lands an overhand right.
Minoru Ii is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
San cracks Minoru Ii with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
San is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Minoru Ii throws the left hand but San avoids the punch easily.
San looks to throw the jab but Minoru Ii is out of range.
Minoru Ii takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
San uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Minoru Ii.
Minoru Ii ducks right into an uppercut from San.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Minoru Ii momentarily.
San lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Minoru Ii walks into a stiff left hand from San.
San just misses with a punch to the body.
San misses the shot to the body.
San misses with an uppercut.
Minoru Ii throwing a counter right hand but San manages to avoid it.
San cracks Minoru Ii with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A jab from Minoru Ii misses.
San misses the shot to the body.
San lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
San throws a body punch but Minoru Ii moves out of range.
San scores with a body shot.
Minoru Ii looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
San bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Minoru Ii's head.
Jab by San.
Minoru Ii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
San is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Minoru Ii.
San misses with a left hand
and San takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San throws the left hand but Minoru Ii avoids the punch easily.
Minoru Ii throws an overhand right that lands on San's shoulder, as San tries to avoid the shot.
San throws an overhand right that lands on Minoru Ii's shoulder, as Minoru Ii tries to avoid the shot.
Minoru Ii walks into a straight right hand from San.
Minoru Ii throws out a loose jab but San uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from San.
Minoru Ii tries to move into range but San moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
San is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Minoru Ii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
San cracks Minoru Ii with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Minoru Ii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Minoru Ii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from San.
Minoru Ii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
San avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
San connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Minoru Ii momentarily.
#T3#
San scores with a hook to the body. Minoru Ii takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
San throws a right hand that misses
and San takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
San misses the jab.
San jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Minoru Ii misses with a lunging right hand
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San throws the left hand but Minoru Ii avoids the punch easily.
San bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Minoru Ii's head.
San throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Minoru Ii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
San missing with a left hand there. Minoru Ii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Minoru Ii ducks under a wild hook from San.
A quick step to the side and Minoru Ii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#KD#
Minoru Ii drops San with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but San looks back up at him and smiles so Minoru Ii waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#San is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Minoru Ii.
San is still on wobbly legs! Can Minoru Ii finish him?
San rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Minoru Ii counters with a huge right that knocks San out cold! Minoru Ii is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kohinata Minoru Ii! |
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Event:
SYN 955 Trollslayer vs. Tarver
Date: Feb 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Young throws a combination but it was largely blocked by San.
San throws out a powerful jab.
Young looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
San scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Young rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but San moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Young looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
San keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like San wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Young tries to bum rush San with a series of wild strikes but San uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
San fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Young on the side of the head.
San throws a poor cross that misses
and Young counters with a right, left combo that wobbles San badly! Young follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks San out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Young finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Ryder Young!
An out of breath and clearly excited Ryder Young thanked Highland Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
CFC New Years Eve
Date: Dec 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Tarver misses with a wild body shot.
Aiko San seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
San throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice cross by San.
San throws a body shot but no joy.
Tarver is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tarver steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San.
San throws an overhand right that lands on Tarver's shoulder, as Tarver tries to avoid the shot.
San looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tarver tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. San manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
San throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2#
and Tarver counters by moving into the clinch.
Tarver misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San misses with a body punch.
Tarver misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tarver looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nice body punch from San.
San blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
San lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short body shot lands from San as the two fighters clinch.
San works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T1#
With the fighters up against the cage, Tarver throws an elbow but misses.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Tarver uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tarver tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. San smiles and moves away.
San scores with a jab to the head.
San lands a jab to the nose.
San misses with a straight right.
Tarver tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
Tarver defending well as San loads up on a big left hand.
Tarver tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tarver takes one on the chin but seems OK.
San's corner calls for a 1-2. San obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
San bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tarver's head.#ROC#Tarver is rocked!
San pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
The fighters circling - San throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
San misses with a straight left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tarver tries to clinch up but San circles away and keeps his distance.
San is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tarver connects with a good right hand that stumbles San. San circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by San.
Tarver slips under a jab from San.
Tarver defending well as San loads up on a big left hand.
Tarver just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL2#
San tries to keep at a distance but Tarver has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
San's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
San thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by San.
A punch lands to the side of Tarver 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tarver uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San.
Tarver is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
San throws a hook but Tarver avoids it easily.
Tarver tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but San paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like San wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
San throws an overhand right that lands on Tarver's shoulder, as Tarver tries to avoid the shot.
San throws out a loose jab but Tarver uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tarver moves away from the strike by San.
Tarver wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.
San loads up on a big right hand but Tarver slips the punch.
Tarver tries to clinch but San moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from San misses its target.
San scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Tarver moves out of range of the strikes.
San circles away from the clinch attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tarver. San does a little dance to reset his feet.
San connects with a right hand. Tarver shakes it off.
San scores with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San looks to land a right hand but Tarver moved out of range.
San just misses with a punch to the body.
San lands with a right hand.
The fighters circling - San throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
San sets himself, and Tarver steps forward looking for the clinch! San avoids it this time.
Tarver blocks a jab.
San just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
San misses with a straight left.
Tarver throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tarver misses with a left hand
and San counters with a right hand to the body.
San loads up on a big right hand but Tarver slips the punch.
Tarver keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
Tarver is looking to clinch.
San is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tarver can do to turn this around?
San misses with a straight left.
San sets himself, and Tarver steps forward looking for the clinch! San avoids it this time.
Tarver slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL2#
and Tarver counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tarver.
Come on Tarver - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tarver's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tarver continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
A nice right hand lands inside from San. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
Tarver jumps guard but San stands there with Tarver around his waist. Tarver gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San.
Tarver misses with a knee to the head.
San pushes Tarver back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
San misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
San escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tarver staying out of range there.
Tarver takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tarver ducks under a wild hook from San.
Tarver wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.
San throws a big shot that misses.
Tarver swings for the body but San moves out of range.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tarver.#T2#
Tarver moves away from the strike by San.
Tarver is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tarver keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
Tarver tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
Tarver takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
San ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tarver.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tarver steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San.
A lazy left from San finds it's target.
San misses with a body shot.
Tarver steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from San.#CL2#
Tarver moves into range and clinches up with San.#BC#
San breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
Tarver slips under a jab from San.
San ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
San avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tarver connects with a jab.
Tarver ducks under a wild hook from San.
San misses with a straight right.
Tarver wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.
San lands a really nice looking cross but Tarver seems unphased.
San paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
San throws a hook but Tarver blocks it.
Tarver keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tarver is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
San throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
San loads up on a big right hand but Tarver slips the punch.
Tarver uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San.
San sets himself, and Tarver steps forward looking for the clinch! San avoids it this time.
San clobbers Tarver with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tarver slips under a jab.
Tarver keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tarver ducks under a wild hook from San.
A slow jab from San misses its intended target.
Tarver keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
San takes a swing at Tarver's ribcage but misses.
Tarver tries to counter by closing the distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice cross by San.
San misses with a looping right.
Tarver uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from San.
Tarver tries to counter by closing the distance.
San jabs Tarver right on the nose. Tarver blinks but takes it well.
Tarver is looking to clinch but San is avoiding it.
Tarver slips under a jab from San.
A looping hook to the body misses from San. Tarver does a little dance to reset his feet.
San throws a hook but Tarver blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarver moves out of range as San strikes.
Tarver slips a straight right by San.
San throws a hook but Tarver blocks it.
Tarver wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.#T1#
San throws a hook to the side of Tarver's head but Tarver sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
San throws a hook to the side of Tarver's head but Tarver sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tarver avoids the body shot from San.
Tarver tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
San looks to land a right hand but Tarver moved out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from San misses the target.
Tarver tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
San jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tarver moves in looking to clinch but San pushes him off.
A telegraphed right hand from Tarver misses the target.
Tarver slips under a jab from San.
Tarver tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
San looks to land a right hand but Tarver moved out of range.
San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tarver was well out of range. Poor timing from San.
Tarver steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from San.
Aiko San is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Tarver avoids the body shot from San.
Tarver moves out of range of the strikes.
Tarver is looking to clinch but San is avoiding it.
Tarver takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
San misses with a looping left.
San throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
San throws a shot from downtown. Tarver moves away and avoids it.
Tarver takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tarver uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San.
Tarver is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Tarver clinches up with San and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Tarver has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics San uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Tarver is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
San has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3##SUB2#
San got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tarver has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, San has managed to get both his arms back between Tarver's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Tarver looking for a guillotine here but San defends easily.
Tarver is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tarver keeping moving, preventing San from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
San has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tarver to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! San is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tarver pulls down on the head and he's put San to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Antonio Tarver!
An out of breath Antonio Tarver 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:
CFC Christmas
Date: Dec 24, 2022 |
#R1#
San jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shoenfeld appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Shoenfeld takes one to the chin there.
San misses with a left hand #TD#
and Shoenfeld counters with a takedown into side control.
Shoenfeld passes to full mount! That's big trouble for San!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if San can do anything to dispel that myth.
Shoenfeld controlling from mount.
San 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.
Shoenfeld wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
San has given up his back.
#SUB#
Shoenfeld is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. San is defending well though. Shoenfeld let's go of the attempt for now.#T1##SUB#
Shoenfeld tightening his grip on San, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Shoenfeld has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, San has freed his hand and lives to survive another well, another couple of seconds at least!
Shoenfeld struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
San showing good submission defense here.
San trying to control the hands but Shoenfeld breaks the grip. #SUB#
Shoenfeld working for the choke.
San is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Shoenfeld off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Shoenfeld is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. San defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
San just trying to survive but Shoenfeld is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3##SUB#
Shoenfeld is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. San is defending well though. Shoenfeld let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Shoenfeld is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. San knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften San for a finish.
San trying to control the action but Shoenfeld just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Shoenfeld is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T4#
San wants to control his opponent's hands but Shoenfeld gets his hands free. #SUB#
San is in a bad position with Shoenfeld working for a choke. San manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shoenfeld has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but San has passed into side control.
Shoenfeld is trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brett Shoenfeld dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
San misses with a hook
#TD#
so Shoenfeld counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Shoenfeld tries to free his leg and advance position but San is retaining full guard.
Shoenfeld passes San's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Brett Shoenfeld overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Shoenfeld wants to work for an arm triangle but San is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Shoenfeld is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed San to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Shoenfeld might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Shoenfeld forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Shoenfeld seems to be working for a kimura but San defends the submission attempt.
Shoenfeld has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Shoenfeld is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But San has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from San!
San won't allow Shoenfeld to sweep him here.
Shoenfeld is working hard here to advance position.
Shoenfeld not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
San stopping the sweep attempt from Shoenfeld.
Shoenfeld keeping moving, preventing San from controlling successfully.
Shoenfeld looking to hit a scissor sweep but San is one step ahead there. #T3#
San trying to control the position from guard on top but Shoenfeld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
San really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shoenfeld. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Shoenfeld wants to sweep here but San controlling him for the moment.
Shoenfeld is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Shoenfeld manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. San manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shoenfeld is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
San can't keep his opponent in guard - Shoenfeld advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Shoenfeld wants to pass to mount but San is defending the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shoenfeld trying to control from half guard but San is working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brett Shoenfeld dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
San jabbing away but nothing is landing.
San works Shoenfeld's body with a nice hook.
A jab lands there for San.
Brett Shoenfeld is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
San throws a hook to the side of Shoenfeld's head but Shoenfeld sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Shoenfeld tries to counter with a takedown but San is quick to defend against it.
San lands with a good body shot.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shoenfeld appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#KD2#
San cracks Shoenfeld with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. San has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Shoenfeld to stand back up!#ROC2#Shoenfeld is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shoenfeld switches off momentarily and San cracks him with a monster right hand! Shoenfeld topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as San dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by San!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aiko San!
Aiko San thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Highland 209
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Chavaski closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Chavaski lands in his opponent's guard.
San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully.
San controlling Chavaski's posture.
San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chavaski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chavaski wants to control from the top but San keeps moving.
San really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chavaski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Chavaski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because San is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
San lands a nice hook to Chavaski's body. Chavaski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
San punishes Chavaski's body with a nice straight punch.#TD#
San gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Chavaski to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Chavaski wants to pass the guard but San is keeping the position.
San controlling Chavaski's posture. #T2#
Chavaski trying to control but San is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chavaski 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.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD#
Chavaski drives through with a takedown into San's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Chavaski wants to control from the top but San keeps moving. #SUB#
Chavaski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chavaski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Chavaski 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.
San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully.
Chavaski forces his way into half guard.#T4##SUB#
Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but San is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if San can do anything to dispel that myth.
San desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Chavaski working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on San's thigh. San counters though and makes it back to full guard.
San working a defensive guard but Chavaski manages to pass into side control anyway.
San 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Chavaski tries for a kimura but San is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Chavaski fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging San to the ground. Chavaski is now in San's guard.
Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chavaski being controlled here momentarily.
Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but San is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chavaski works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Chavaski is working for a kimura but San is defending it quite comfortably.
Chavaski is keen to just control but San is a slippery customer.#T1##SUB#
Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and San defends it well.
San is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard.
San is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Chavaski is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Chavaski seems to be working for a kimura but San defends the submission attempt.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
San trying to control from the bottom.
San is trying to get back to full guard.
Chavaski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that San can do to turn this around?
Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but San is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Chavaski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. San doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chavaski.
San is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
A slow jab from San misses its intended target.
San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from San.
San bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Chavaski's head backwards.#TD#
Chavaski gets a takedown into half guard.
Chavaski trying to pass the guard but San defending well. #T4#
San is concentrating on defense, preventing Chavaski from advancing position. #SUB#
Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
San tries to roll over but Chavaski keeps him under control.
San won't allow Chavaski to pass to mount. #SUB#
Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura but San is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chavaski trying to mount his opponent but San defends it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Chavaski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chavaski there as he acknowledges the shot.
Remi Chavaski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
San scores with a jab to the body.
Chavaski dives in for a single leg takedown but San sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
San softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
San gets underhooks to prevent Chavaski's takedown attempt.
Chavaski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chavaski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
San's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chavaski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Chavaski is working for a submission of some sort.
San has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chavaski is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Chavaski tries to pass to full mount but San defends it.
Chavaski slows the pace down in half guard.
San is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard.
Chavaski prevents San from improving his position.
Aiko San has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chavaski slows the pace down in half guard.
San is not content to let Chavaski control the position.#SUB#
Chavaski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. San doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chavaski.
San is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Chavaski performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
San listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
San connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
San misses with a hook. Chavaski ducked under it nicely.
Chavaski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chavaski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
San lands a nice shot to the body.
San throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chavaski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as San throws out the jab.
Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
Chavaski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
San misses with a straight left.
San lands with a good body shot.
Chavaski dives in and grabs San's left leg, looking for a takedown. San pushes down on Chavaski's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
San scores with a hook to the body. Chavaski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Aiko San seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San looks to land a right hand but Chavaski moved out of range.
San stuffs the takedown.
San scores with a jab to the jaw.#KD2#
San feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Chavaski sprawling to the canvas! Chavaski rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can San finish him?!
#ROC2#Chavaski is rocked!
San throws a pinpoint strike between Chavaski's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Chavaski crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and San scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aiko San!
During a confident post fight interview, Aiko San thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Highland 203
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Epolito swinging wildly here.
San throws an overhand right that lands on Epolito's shoulder, as Epolito tries to avoid the shot.
A little jabbing left from Epolito on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Epolito scores with a jab to the body.
San tests Epolito's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A shot to the liver by San. Beautiful body shot.
Epolito drops his hands momentarily and San takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
San takes a body punch but keeps moving.
San listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
San thuds his right hand into Epolito's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Epolito throws an uppercut from half a mile away. San sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Epolito throws a right hand that misses
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD#
San lands a big right hand that sends Epolito crashing to the mat! San stays standing though and waves Epolito back to his feet!#ROC#Epolito is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Anthony Epolito has been cut.
Epolito throws a leg kick but San sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like San was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Epolito.
Epolito is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?#T1#
Epolito works San's body with a nice hook.
Epolito seems to have recovered his senses.
Epolito slips a straight right by San.
Epolito looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Epolito swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from San misses the target.#CL#
San clinches up with Epolito and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Epolito's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Epolito throws an off balance right hand
and Epolito takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
San throws a lazy right hand but Epolito sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
San ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
San avoids a kick to the body.
San slips under a jab from Epolito.
Epolito throws a leg kick but San sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Epolito pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
San throwing a counter right hand but Epolito manages to avoid it.
San throws a hook but Epolito blocks it.
A nice side step and Epolito releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Anthony Epolito seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Epolito loads up on a big right hand but San slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from San misses its target.
San ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Epolito moves away.
San misses the shot to the body.
Epolito looks to score with a jab to the body but San is just out of range.
San tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Epolito throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck San on the side of the head.
San steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Epolito.
A big left from Epolito misses.
Epolito swings for the body but San moves out of range.
Epolito throws a good cross that connects.
San throws out a loose jab but Epolito uses good head movement to avoid it.
Epolito works San's body with a nice hook.
San misses with a hook
and Epolito counters with a stiff right hand.
Epolito works over San's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#It looks like Aiko San has been cut.#T3#
San takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Epolito lands with a thumping leg kick.
San misses with a wild body shot.
Epolito connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A big left from San misses.
Epolito swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big right from Epolito misses.
Epolito connects with a body shot that sends San's belly button to the back.
San throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Epolito sees it coming and avoids it easily.
San slips a straight right by Epolito.
San takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Epolito walks into a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts San, as that shot connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Epolito lands a nice looking body kick.#T4#
San slips a straight right by Epolito.
A little feinted left hand from San on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
San moves out of range as Epolito strikes.
San is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A combination from Epolito does no damage.
It looked like San wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
San slips under a jab from Epolito.
San swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The fighters circling - San throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Epolito uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from San.
Epolito connects with a body shot that sends San's belly button to the back.
San slips a jab from Epolito.
Epolito connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Epolito misses with a leg kick.
San takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Epolito with a jab.
Epolito cracks San with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Anthony Epolito will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Epolito changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Epolito lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and San has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from San and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Anthony Epolito seems to be getting the better of the standup.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Epolito blocks a jab.
A little jabbing left from Epolito on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Epolito in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Epolito tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but San was well out of range. Poor timing from Epolito.
Epolito jabs at San's body.
Nice uppercut lands for Epolito. That snapped San's head back.
Epolito connects with a body shot that sends San's belly button to the back.
San throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Epolito sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epolito lands with a good body shot.
Epolito throws a hook but San avoids it easily.
Epolito tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Epolito throws a shot from downtown. San moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circling - San throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Epolito thows a left - swing and a miss!
Epolito throws a right and a left that both miss.
San avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A nice leg kick from Epolito, right into the meat of the thigh.
San darts in trying to clinch
and Epolito counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Epolito throws a hook but San blocks it.
San moves away from the strike by Epolito. #CL#
San rushes Epolito and presses him up against the cage.
Epolito blocks a body shot from San.
Epolito lands a shot to the body.
Epolito tries to break free but San pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land. #T2#
Epolito is trying to break free.
San throws a head punch that misses.
Epolito lands an uppercut.
Epolito tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and San avoids it.
San tries a body shot but Epolito blocks it.
Epolito has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
San misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from San on the inside.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Epolito.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Epolito uses good head movement to avoid it.
San is working Epolito over against the cage.
Epolito is trying to stall.
Epolito lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Epolito breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Epolito avoids the body shot from San.
San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Epolito was well out of range. Poor timing from San.#T3#
Epolito uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San.
Epolito works San's body with a nice hook.
San moves out of range of the body kick.
Epolito lands with a thumping leg kick.
San scores with a jab to the jaw.
Epolito misses with a low kick as San jumps back.
San throwing a counter right hand but Epolito manages to avoid it.
Epolito keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
San uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Epolito.
San takes one to the chin there.
San slips a jab from Epolito.
Epolito avoids the body shot from San.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Epolito.#T4#
Epolito scores with a kick to the midsection.
Epolito takes a swing at San's ribcage but misses.
San works Epolito's body with a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
San walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
San works Epolito's body with a nice hook.
San takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Epolito lands a jab.
Nice shot by San.
San uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Epolito catches San with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Epolito misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from San.
San throws a body punch but Epolito moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Epolito showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
San throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
San slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Epolito looks to score with a jab to the body but San is just out of range.
Epolito throws a leg kick but San moved away.
Epolito misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from San.
Epolito throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent San stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Epolito with a nice calf kick.
Epolito throws a combination that misses
and San counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
San misses with an uppercut. Epolito saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epolito lands with a shot to the body.
San throws a poor cross that misses
and Epolito counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Epolito takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
San tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Epolito takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Epolito throws a lazy uppercut
and San counters with a right hand to the body.
San takes a swing at Epolito's ribcage but misses.
Epolito scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Epolito scores with a hook.
Epolito on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
San gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Epolito.
San lands a jab to the nose.
Epolito looks to land a left hand but San moved out of range nicely.
San waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Epolito.
Epolito misses with an uppercut
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San misses with a wild body shot. #T2##CL#
San closes the distance and clinches.
San softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
San works on Epolito's body with a couple of short punches.
Epolito takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
San blocks a body shot from Epolito.
San lands a right hand.
San has Epolito pressed against the cage, preventing Epolito from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
San can't find room to land a body shot as Epolito controls the action.
San lands with a right to the head.
Epolito blocks an uppercut.
Epolito misses with a short punch on the inside.
Epolito prevents a body shot from San.
A short body shot lands from Epolito as the two fighters clinch.
Epolito lands a body punch.
San lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Epolito gets through San's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Epolito will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning San up against the cage.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Epolito controls his hands.
#T3#
Epolito blocks a body shot from San.
San takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Epolito.
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
San tries to throw a body punch but Epolito avoids it by throwing San back against the cage.
San tries to throw a body punch but Epolito avoids it by throwing San back against the cage. #BC2#
Epolito pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
San checks the leg kick.
San looks to clinch
enabling Epolito to counter with a crisp jab.
San is looking to clinch.
A low kick from Epolito is predictable there
and San counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Epolito takes one on the button.#T4#
Epolito connects with an inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
San moves into the clinch.
Epolito misses with the head strike.
San lands with a light punch inside.
San blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Epolito misses with a punch to the body.
San misses with a punch to the body.
Epolito blocking some punches.
San prevents a body shot from Epolito.
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
Epolito lands a body shot.
Epolito blocking some punches.
Epolito lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of San backwards.
San misses with the head strike.
Epolito misses with a hook from the clinch.
San blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San lands a left hand that snaps the head of Epolito backwards.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Epolito.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! San's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
San moves away from the strike by Epolito. #CL#
San clinches up against the cage.
Aiko San has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Epolito swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Epolito.
#BC2#
Epolito breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice shot by San.
Epolito waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract San.
San is looking to clinch.
Epolito looks to throw a body kick
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San misses with a wild body shot.
Epolito loads up on a big right hand but San slips the punch.
San swings widly with a right hand
and Epolito counters with a body kick that stops San in his tracks momentarily.
San bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
San works Epolito's body with a nice hook.
The fighters circling - Epolito throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Epolito keeps the fight on the outside.
Epolito misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL#
San clinches up against the cage.
San misses with some punches.
Epolito is working San over against the cage.
Epolito just leaning against San, taking a breather.
San misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Epolito breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
San fails in his attempt to clinch.
Epolito dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on San. That did some damage!
San takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T2#
Epolito scores with a jab.
Epolito scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Epolito misses with a hook. San ducked under it nicely.
Epolito bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps San's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
San throws out a loose jab but Epolito uses good head movement to avoid it.
Epolito lands a jab-cross combination.
Epolito throws a poor cross that misses
and Epolito takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
San walks into a jab.
Epolito tries to score with a low kick but San moves his leg out of the way.
Epolito throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
San connects with a body shot.
Epolito is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
San fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
San tries to clinch there but Epolito circles away.
San throws an off balance right hand
enabling Epolito to counter with a crisp jab.
Epolito throws a body punch but San moves out of range.
Epolito fakes high and swings low for a body shot but San manages to avoid it.
Epolito throws a shot from downtown. San moves away and avoids it.
Epolito throws a series of punches but San avoids them all with ease.
San looks to clinch
enabling Epolito to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
San closes the distance and clinches.
Epolito swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Epolito.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4#
Epolito throws a head punch that misses.
Epolito lands with a left to the head.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Epolito controls his hands.
Epolito working aggressively here.
Epolito blocks an uppercut.
Epolito tries to throw a body punch but San avoids it by throwing Epolito back against the cage.
Epolito tries to circle away but San has him pinned against the cage.
San misses with a body punch.
Epolito has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Epolito backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San working aggressively here.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Epolito's elbow.
Epolito goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Epolito doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Epolito fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Epolito lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Epolito dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Epolito stuns San with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
San throws out a loose jab but Epolito uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right-left combo lands from Epolito.
San is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
San doesn't manage to clinch there - Epolito circles away.
Epolito lands with a good body shot.
San misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epolito lands a really nice looking cross but San seems unphased.
The fighters circling - Epolito throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Epolito.
A swing and a miss from San.
Epolito lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
San tries to close the distance and clinch but Epolito swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Epolito now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - San looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Epolito scores with a hook to the body. San takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
San tests Epolito's chin there with a solid looking shot.
San tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Epolito manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Epolito misses the shot to the body.
Epolito scores with the left hand. San knows he should have avoided that one.
San tries to clinch up but Epolito circles away and keeps his distance.
Epolito throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Epolito slips a jab from San.
Aiko San has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Epolito scores with a nice right hand.
Epolito looks to score with a jab to the body but San is just out of range.
Epolito avoids the body shot from San.
Epolito counters with a body kick.
Epolito fakes high and swings low for a body shot but San manages to avoid it.
San drops his hands momentarily and Epolito takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC2#San is rocked!
San swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Epolito throws out a counter right but San avoids it with no problem.
Oh San is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
San fails with an attempt to clinch.
San seems to have got his legs back now.
Epolito throws a sloppy body shot
and San counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
San closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Epolito was well out of range. Poor timing from San.
Epolito misses with an uppercut.
Epolito swats away the attempt to clinch by San.#T3#
San scores with a jab.
Epolito lands a nice looking body shot.
Epolito throws a leg kick that misses.
Epolito avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jab by Epolito.
Epolito misses with a jab to the body
and San counters with a straight right hand.
Epolito slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
San lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Epolito throws a left and a right that both miss
and San makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
San misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Epolito.
#T4#
San moves in looking to clinch but Epolito pushes him off.
San looks to land a left hand but Epolito moved out of range nicely.
San tries to clinch
and Epolito counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
San slips a jab and a cross from Epolito.
San was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
San defending well as Epolito loads up on a big left hand.
Epolito lands a lovely overhand right.
Epolito misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting San counter with a right hand.
Anthony Epolito is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Epolito scores with a jab to the jaw.
San tries to clinch up.
Epolito now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jab from San.
Epolito misses with an uppercut
and San counters with a left to the body.
Epolito changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anthony Epolito comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Epolito 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 46:49
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Glass scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anthony Epolito!
Anthony Epolito is the new lightweight champion!
Anthony Epolito managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Bondi MMA 🏝️, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Highland 200
Date: Oct 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Cartwright tries a low kick but San avoids it.
San was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
San uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cartwright.
San throwing a counter right hand but Cartwright manages to avoid it.
Cartwright misses with a body kick.
A quick step to the side and San tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
San scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#KD#
San feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Cartwright sprawling to the canvas! Cartwright rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can San finish him?!
#ROC#Cartwright is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Punchy Cartwright has been cut.
Cartwright takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cartwright is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cartwright ducks into an uppercut from San and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aiko San!
Aiko San retains his lightweight title!
Our winner, Aiko San, 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:
Highland 194
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Takashi closes the distance and pushes San back into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Takashi.
San is working Takashi over against the cage.
San lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
Takashi is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#TD#
Takashi gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, San regains guard.
Takashi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
San pulls Takashi in close to his closed guard and prevents Takashi from doing any damage or advancing position.
Takashi slips nicely into half guard.
San is looking to get back to full guard here but Takashi has managed to pass to side control instead.#T1##SUB#
Takashi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if San can do anything to dispel that myth.
Takashi trying to control the position but San is working away. #SUB#
Takashi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. San knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Takashi tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Takashi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Takashi happy to just control the position for now.
Takashi tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
San looks to move to half guard but instead Takashi has passed into mount! Damn!
San tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Takashi fails to move to back control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Takashi is going oldschool here, as he tries to force San to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so San shrugs it off.
San tries to hold on but Takashi pushes him away. #T4#
San tries to control the position but Takashi now has his back.
#SUB#
Takashi looking for the RNC.
San looking very determined here, making life difficult for Takashi.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Takashi is persistently looking for the submission but San is defending it well.
#SUB#
Takashi is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
San just trying to survive but Takashi is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kazuo Takashi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Takashi moves into the clinch.
Takashi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Takashi displaying some good clinch control by pressing San up against the cage.
Takashi controlling the action here for a moment.
Takashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Takashi changes levels and goes for a takedown here. San fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Takashi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that San can do to turn this around?
San swings for the body but Takashi moves out of range.
Takashi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Takashi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
San scores with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San clobbers Takashi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC2#Takashi is rocked!
A shot to the body from San misses #TD#
and Takashi counters with a single leg into guard. San didn't expect that.
Oh Takashi is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
San managing to control the position.
Takashi seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Takashi trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Takashi wants to pass the guard but San is keeping the position.
Takashi trying to control but San is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Takashi passes into half guard.
San is trying is best to control the position here.
Takashi wants to free his trapped foot but San is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Takashi wants to advance to full mount but San doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Takashi wants to control from the top but San keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
San throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Takashi counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Takashi tries for a kimura but San is defending well.
San can't do much from the bottom here.
Takashi tries to move to mount but San blocks the move with his legs.
Takashi passes to full mount! That's big trouble for San! #T4#
Takashi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Takashi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
San has given up his back - I dont know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
#SUB#
San showing good submission defense here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
San is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kazuo Takashi dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
San lands with an uppercut that bounces Takashi off the cage and back into range.
San throws a hook but Takashi avoids it easily.
Takashi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from San.
San throws a jab when Takashi was well out of range.
San waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Takashi.
Takashi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San.
Takashi drops down looking for a counter takedown but San sprawls and moves away.
San thows a left - swing and a miss!
San looks to land a right hand but Takashi moved out of range.
San misses with a straight left.
Takashi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from San.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takashi tries to close the distance and clinch but San swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Takashi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CL#
Takashi has San up against the cage in a clinch.
Takashi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. San is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
A short right from San on the inside.
Takashi has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. San avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Takashi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Takashi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Takashi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but San is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazuo Takashi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Takashi.
A hook to the body from San.
Takashi tries to score a body lock takedown but San shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Takashi wants to stall.
San lands with a light punch inside.
Takashi blocks a body shot from San.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Takashi.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
Takashi is trying to stall.
San is working Takashi over against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Takashi has San pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. San manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A shot in the inside from San.
San throws a big uppercut that drops Takashi! More strikes from San and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Takashi lies dazed against the cage as San celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! Aiko San retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Aiko San 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:
Highland 187
Date: Sep 02, 2022 |
#R1#
San throws the left hand but Epolito avoids the punch easily.
Epolito lands an overhand right.
Epolito throws a body kick that misses.
San loads up on a big right hand but Epolito slips the punch.
San avoids the body shot from Epolito.
Epolito on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Epolito looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
San avoids the body shot from Epolito.
San swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
San sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Some wild striking there from Epolito.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San throws a poor cross that misses
and Epolito makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Epolito jabs at San's body.
Epolito throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Epolito scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Epolito bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of San's head.
Epolito on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Epolito keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
San lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! San crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Epolito - the referee stops the clock and San gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Epolito. San manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Epolito blocks a jab.
San blocks a jab.
Epolito throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A little jabbing left from San on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Epolito lands with a kick to the ribs.
Epolito displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Anthony Epolito seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Epolito throws a shot to the body.
#T2#
San takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body punch from Epolito.
San moves away from the strike by Epolito.
San moves out of range as Epolito strikes.
San lands a really nice looking cross but Epolito seems unphased.
#CUT2#It looks like Anthony Epolito has been cut.
San 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.
Epolito misses the shot to the body.
San on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice body kick from Epolito.
San takes one to the chin there.
San misses the body punch
and Epolito counters with a body kick.
San throws a jab but it's blocked by Epolito.
As San looks to move away, Epolito throws a big counter combo but San just gets out of the way.#T3#
Epolito defending well as San loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Epolito was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from San.
San slips a jab and a cross from Epolito.
Epolito misses with a low kick.
Epolito misses with a kick to the body.
Epolito lands with a kick to the ribs.
San throws an off balance right hand
and Epolito cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Epolito lunges at San with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by San's hand.
San walks into a jab.
San takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A head kick misses from Epolito.
San throws out a counter right but Epolito avoids it with no problem.
Epolito scores with a kick to the body.
A cross from Epolito lands.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Epolito throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck San on the side of the head.
Epolito swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Epolito misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
San misses with a straight right.
Epolito is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Epolito jabbing away but nothing is landing.
San scores with a hook.
Epolito walks into a left hand.
San has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Epolito.
Epolito tries to land a front kick but San steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little jabbing left from San on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
San throws a hook to the side of Epolito's head but Epolito sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Epolito blocks a jab.
Epolito is looking to counter with a body kick.
San is looking to clinch but Epolito is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Epolito dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anthony Epolito's cut.
That's time! Epolito's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Epolito loads up on a big right hand but San slips the punch.
Epolito misses with a kick to the body.
Epolito lands a jab to the head.
San takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Epolito is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that San can do to turn this around?
San drops his hands momentarily and Epolito takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
San rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Epolito cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Anthony Epolito is winning the standup battle so far.
A big right from Epolito misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
San looks to throw the jab but Epolito is out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by San as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
San let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Epolito looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
San takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
San swings for the body but Epolito moves out of range.
Epolito throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and San counters with a straight right hand.
Epolito defending well as San loads up on a big left hand.
San is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Epolito throws a head kick but San moves out of range.
San lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Epolito at a distance.
A big left from San misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Epolito.
Epolito pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Epolito lands with a cross. #T2#
San fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Epolito manages to avoid it.
Epolito avoids the body shot from San.
San misses with a shot to the body
and Epolito counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Epolito.
Epolito looks to land a body kick but San moved away.
Epolito tries a head kick but it misses.
San walks forward, straight into a front kick from Epolito.
Epolito keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from San.
A solid leg kick lands there for Epolito.
Epolito avoids the body shot from San.
Epolito misses with an uppercut. #T3#
San is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Epolito.
San lunges at Epolito with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Epolito's hand.
Epolito swings away with a leg kick that misses.
San looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
San lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
San rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Epolito counters with a nice uppercut.
Epolito takes one to the chin there.
San wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Epolito throws a head kick that misses.
San appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
San connects with a nice looking jab.
San looks to land a right hand but Epolito moved out of range.
San takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Epolito avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Epolito throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Epolito thows a body kick. San tries to catch it but that hurt him.
San misses with a straight left.
San scores with a sloppy right hand. Epolito should have avoided that one.
Epolito fails to land with a series of punches.
A little jabbing left from San on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Epolito's corner calls for a 1-2. Epolito obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
San has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Epolito throws a combination but it was largely blocked by San.
Epolito throws a front kick aimed at San's knee but San avoids it well.
San throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Epolito sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Epolito misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Epolito dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Anthony Epolito's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Epolito takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Epolito uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by San.
San misses with a body punch
and Epolito counters with a right hand to the body.
Epolito tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Epolito works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Epolito lands a nice shot that snaps San's head back.
Epolito turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Epolito throws a body punch but San moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epolito throws a push kick but San slaps the foot to one side.
A little jabbing left from San on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Epolito walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
San scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
San throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
San smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Epolito swinging wildly here.
Epolito throws a lazy uppercut
and San cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Epolito misses with an attempted mid kick.
San throws a hook but Epolito avoids it easily.
Epolito throwing a counter right hand but San manages to avoid it.
A jab from Epolito misses.
San changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Epolito scoring well with a low kick there.
San throws a shot from downtown. Epolito moves away and avoids it.
Epolito staying out of range there.#T2#
Epolito misses with a kick to the body.
San looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
San takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
San misses with a straight left.
San takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Epolito tries a head kick but it misses.
Epolito takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
San pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Epolito thuds a left hand into San's body.
San misses with a hook
and Epolito counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A cross from San lands.#T3#
San misses with a straight left.
No joy there for Epolito, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Epolito closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Epolito fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches San on the side of the head.
San waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Epolito.
Epolito throws the kick towards the body but San avoids it.
San swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
San's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
San misses with a straight right.
Epolito looks to land a right hand but San moved out of range.
Epolito attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
San looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Epolito is looking to land body kicks.
San connects with a single shot there.#T4#
San rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Epolito counter with a right hand.
San throws a body shot but no joy.
San swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
San forces Epolito back against the cage and clinches.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
San doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Epolito blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Epolito's elbow.
San misses with a body punch.
San misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Aiko San just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Anthony Epolito's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4##CL2#
San moves into the clinch.
Epolito blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Epolito.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Epolito backwards.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
Epolito blocks a body shot from San.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San lands a right hand.
San throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Epolito blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land. #T1#
San throws a head punch that misses.
Epolito prevents a body shot from San.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Epolito blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
Epolito tries to break the clinch but San is controlling the position.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San lands a body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Epolito's face as he tries to break the clinch.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T2##BC#
Epolito breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Epolito defending well as San loads up on a big left hand.
Good leg kick by Epolito.
San throws a lazy uppercut
and Epolito counters with a left to the body.
San takes a swing at Epolito's ribcage but misses.
San lands a glancing blow to the side of Epolito's head.#CL2#
San has Epolito up against the cage in a clinch.
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!
Epolito blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Epolito.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Epolito. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Epolito. #BC#
Epolito's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Epolito lands a nice shot to the body.
Epolito throws a half hearted mid kick.
Epolito takes a swing at San's ribcage but misses.
Epolito lands a nice looking kick to the body. San takes a step back to recover.
Epolito connects with a single shot there.
San rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Epolito makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Epolito swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by San.
Epolito misses with a leg kick.
San looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
San misses with an uppercut
and Epolito connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Epolito dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on San. That did some damage!
San scores with a shot to the body.
Epolito cracks San with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Epolito throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Epolito tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but San was well out of range. Poor timing from Epolito.
San lands a body shot.
San gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
San scores with a decent looking hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Anthony Epolito's cut.
That's time! Epolito's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Epolito on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Epolito lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Epolito scoring well with a low kick there.
Epolito misses the jab.
San is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Epolito throws a combination but it was largely blocked by San.
Epolito lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Epolito doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters circle momentarily. San darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Epolito scores with a hook to the body. San takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Epolito dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Epolito tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice side step and San releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
San rushes Epolito and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Epolito blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
Epolito blocks a body shot from San.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Epolito.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Epolito controls his hands.
Epolito blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from San.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San misses with the head strike.
Epolito's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Epolito's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Epolito misses with a leg kick
and San counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Epolito swings widly with a right hand
enabling San to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Epolito is rocked!
Epolito connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Oh Epolito is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Epolito misses with a head kick.
Epolito has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Epolito there as he acknowledges the shot.
A big right from Epolito misses. #T3#
Epolito takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Epolito displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as San throws out the jab.
Epolito seems to have got his legs back now.
San tries to clinch there but Epolito circles away.
San tries to close the distance and clinch up but Epolito swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
San moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right from San on the inside.
San lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Epolito wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Epolito wants to break free but San has control.
A short right from San on the inside. #T4#
Epolito has San pushed against the cage.
San is leaning against Epolito and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
San tries to throw a body punch but Epolito avoids it by throwing San back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
Epolito blocks a body shot from San.
A short left from San.
San working aggressively here.
Epolito is trying to break the clinch but San has him pressed against the cage.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San prevents Epolito from breaking the clinch.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Epolito blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aiko San comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think San 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 47:48
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 47:48
Judge James Glass scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aiko San!
Aiko San is the new lightweight champion!
An out of breath Aiko San 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:
Highland 179
Date: Jul 29, 2022 |
#R1#
San shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
San thuds his right hand into Ries's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
San looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ries swings for the body but San moves out of range.
San jabs Ries to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ries moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ries misses with a hook to the body
and San counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
San circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Ries to the canvas! Ries doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - San keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Highland 173
Date: Jul 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Tate Jr misses with a two punch combination.
San tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Jr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jab by San.
Tate Jr looks to land a right hand but San moved out of range.
Tate Jr's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tate Jr duly obliges.
A punch combination from Tate Jr misses.
San slaps away a takedown attempt from Tate Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.
San scores with a body shot.
#CL#
San closes the distance and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San misses with the head strike.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tate Jr's elbow.
Tate Jr blocks an uppercut.
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!
Tate Jr blocks an uppercut.
San lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T1#
San lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Jr backwards.
San pushes Tate Jr back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tate Jr tries to pull guard but San won't allow it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from San.
San tries to work over Tate Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San misses with a body punch.
Tate Jr blocks a body shot from San.
San lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Jr backwards.
San lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
San misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Tate Jr blocks an uppercut.
San digs a right hand into Tate Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Jr's gas tank.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San can't find room to land a body shot as Tate Jr controls the action.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San.
San misses with the head strike.
San digs a right hand underneath Tate Jr's ribcage. Tate Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tate Jr looks winded!
Tate Jr can't find room to land a body shot as San controls the action.
San lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Jr or not.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Tate Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
San lands a body shot in the clinch.
San tries to work over Tate Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
San works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T3#
Tate Jr blocks a body shot from San.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Tate Jr.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San works on Tate Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Tate Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
San prevents Tate Jr from breaking the clinch.
Nice body punch from San - that landed with a thud.
Tate Jr blocks a body shot from San.
San lands a nice uppercut.
San working aggressively here.
San working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from San. #T4#
Tate Jr lands a shoulder strike.
San lands a shoulder strike.
San softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tate Jr blocking some punches.
Tate Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tate Jr tries to circle away but San has him pinned against the cage.
A shot in the inside from San.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Tate Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tate Jr is trying to break the clinch but San has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
San doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San 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#
San gets in close and instigates a clinch.
San lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
San tries to work over Tate Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, San creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
San misses with a body punch.
Tate Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tate Jr can do to turn this around?
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
Tate Jr takes a shot to the head.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San works on Tate Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
A right handed body shot lands from San.
Tate Jr is breathing heavily.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T1#
Tate Jr blocking some punches.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Jr backwards. #ROC#Tate Jr is rocked!
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Tate Jr controls his hands.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Tate Jr.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San.
Tate Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Tate Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tate Jr seems to have recovered his senses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
San has Tate Jr pressed against the cage, preventing Tate Jr from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tate Jr blocks a body shot from San.
Tate Jr can't break the clinch.
#T2#
Tate Jr throws a knee to the head but misses.
San misses with the head strike.
Tate Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San working aggressively here.
San can't find room to land a body shot as Tate Jr controls the action.
San softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
San lands a right hand.
San misses with the head strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Tate Jr.
Tate Jr prevents a body shot from San.
San tries to throw a body punch but Tate Jr avoids it by throwing San back against the cage.
San throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T3#
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San prevents Tate Jr from breaking the clinch.
Tate Jr is trying to push San away but San has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
San lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from San on the inside.
Tate Jr blocks an uppercut.
A short right from San.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from San.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Tate Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short body shot lands from San as the two fighters clinch.
#T4#
San lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San works on Tate Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
San working aggressively here.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from San.
San misses with a body punch.
Tate Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San misses with a body punch.
San lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Tate Jr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
San swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tate Jr.
Tate Jr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL#
San takes the fight into the clinch.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Tate Jr.
San throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tate Jrs head.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tate Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. San just stands there and leans against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San scores with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San misses with a punch to the body.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San prevents Tate Jr from breaking the clinch.
San lands with a short shot to the head.
Tate Jr blocking some punches.
#T1#
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Tate Jr.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San works on Tate Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Tate Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tate Jr blocking some punches.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tate Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tate Jr.
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Tate Jr.
Aiko San has scored more points in the clinch so far.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Tate Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
San lands a left hand.
San misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
San scores with a shot to the side of Tate Jr's head.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
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!
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Jr backwards.
Tate Jr blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San.
San scores with a shoulder strike.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Tate Jr.
San lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Jr.#T3#
Tate Jr takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by San.
Tate Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from San.
San misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by San.
San misses with some punches.
San scores with a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tate Jr is looking for a takedown up against the cage. San gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Aaron Tate Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Tate Jr blocks a body shot from San.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Tate Jr controls his hands.
A short left from San.
Good body shot from San.
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!
San scores with a hook to the body.
San tries a body shot but Tate Jr blocks it.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Tate Jr.
San lands a body punch.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
San lands with a right to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aiko San showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for San, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:25
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:25
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aiko San! |
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Event:
Highland 167
Date: Jun 10, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
San moves into the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from San.
San is pressed up against the cage. Crumper has hold of a leg and is looking to drag San down to the mat. San avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Crumper dives in and grabs San's left leg, looking for a takedown. San pushes down on Crumper's head and hops out.
San listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
San fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Crumper, pushing him back against the cage.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Crumper backwards.
San misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San lands a nice shot to the body.
San gets through Crumper's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Crumper wants a takedown.
Aiko San has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dax Crumper.
Crumper looks winded!
San scores with a shoulder strike.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crumper drops to a knee looking for a takedown but San gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Crumper looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A short right from San.
Crumper has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. San avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
San pushes Crumper back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
San lands with a light punch inside.
San presses Crumper against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
San throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Crumpers head.
San lands a body punch in the clinch.
San lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San lands with a light punch inside.
San lands a body shot.
A short left from San.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Crumper backwards.
San lands with a right to the head. #ROC#Crumper is rocked!
Crumper blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Crumper is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Crumper.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Crumper.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Crumper.
A body shot lands from San.
Crumper blocking some punches.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Crumper blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crumper has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. San is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Crumper seems to have recovered his senses.
San is leaning against Crumper and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
San digs a right hand underneath Crumper's ribcage. Crumper let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from San.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from San.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
San lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, San creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
San lands a body punch in the clinch.
San throws a big uppercut that drops Crumper! More strikes from San and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Crumper lies dazed against the cage as San celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Highland 165
Date: Jun 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Montgomery tries to clinch up but San circles away and keeps his distance.
Montgomery moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL2#
San clinches up with Montgomery and pushes him back against the cage.
San lands a left hand.
Montgomery tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. San just stands there and leans against the cage.
San lands with a light punch inside.
San scores with a shot to the side of Montgomery's head.
Montgomery tries to pull guard but San won't allow it.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Montgomery backwards.
Montgomery tries to pull guard but San won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Regal Montgomery. That's going to take a lot out of him.
San lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Montgomery is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables San to keep the fight standing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
San works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Montgomery jumps guard but San stands there with Montgomery around his waist. Montgomery gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
San lands a body punch in the clinch.
Montgomery is breathing heavily.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
San is leaning against Montgomery and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
San cracks Montgomery with a nice body shot.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
San lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
San lands a left hand.
San stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
San lands on the inside with an uppercut.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
San lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#Montgomery is rocked!
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
Oh Montgomery is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Good body shot from San.
A short right from San on the inside.
San throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montgomerys head.
San lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left hand lands to the body for San.
San is leaning against Montgomery and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Montgomery seems to have got his legs back now.
San lands with a left to the head.
A hook to the body from San.
A right handed body shot lands from San.
A short right from San on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by San.
San lands an uppercut.
San lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
A shot in the inside from San.
Montgomery tries a body shot but San blocks it.
San lands a body shot in the clinch.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
San lands with a right to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for San.
San digs a right hand underneath Montgomery's ribcage. Montgomery let out a lung full of air as it connected.
San lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Montgomery or not.
Montgomery's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Montgomery definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
San lands a shot to the body.
San lands with a left to the head.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Montgomery jumps guard but San turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A nice left hand lands by San.
San lands with a light punch inside.
San makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
San lands a left hand.
#KD2#
San drops Montgomery onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Montgomery is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Regal Montgomery has been cut.
San unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Montgomery! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but San is unloading with more strikes now! Montgomery drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Highland 158
Date: May 08, 2022 |
#R1#
San connects with the punch.#CL2#
San closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
San lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San misses with a punch to the body.
San blocks an uppercut.
A short right from San on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, San creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
San lands a shoulder strike.
Baldwin Conner blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
San lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Baldwin Baldwin Conner has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San misses with some punches.
Baldwin Conner looking to stall.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Baldwin Conner's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
San misses with the head strike.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Baldwin Conner gets through San's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
Come on Baldwin Conner - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
San working aggressively here.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
San lands on the inside with an uppercut.
San misses with a body punch.
San blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Baldwin Conner backwards.
Baldwin Conner is looking to control San's arms but San gets an underhook and turns him. Now Baldwin Conner has his back to the cage.
San digs a right hand underneath Baldwin Conner's ribcage. Baldwin Conner let out a lung full of air as it connected.
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baldwin Conner's elbow.
Baldwin Conner lands a left hand that snaps the head of San backwards.
San blocks an uppercut.
Baldwin Conner can't find room to land a body shot as San controls the action.
A short left from Baldwin Conner.
San working aggressively here.
Baldwin Conner tries to work over San's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San lands an uppercut.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baldwin Conner's elbow.
San lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
San tries to throw a body punch but Baldwin Conner avoids it by throwing San back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from San.
San lands with a left to the head.
San softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Baldwin Conner misses with a short punch on the inside.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from San.
Baldwin Conner blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Baldwin Conner.
Baldwin Conner is breathing heavily.
Baldwin Conner will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning San up against the cage.
San prevents a body shot from Baldwin Conner.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baldwin Conner misses with the head strike.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
San lands an uppercut.#T3#
Baldwin Conner can't find room to land a body shot as San controls the action.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baldwin Conner goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baldwin Conner's elbow.
Baldwin Conner blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baldwin Conner tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San works on Baldwin Conner's body with a couple of short punches.
Baldwin Conner blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San lands with a left to the head.
Baldwin Conner lands with a left to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by San.
San misses with some punches.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San tries to work over Baldwin Conner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Baldwin Conner takes a shot to the head.
San lands a body shot.
Baldwin Conner makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Baldwin Conner swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San lands an uppercut.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A right hand to the body from Baldwin Conner.
San blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San lands a right hand.
San works on Baldwin Conner's body with a couple of short punches.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Baldwin Conner uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baldwin Conner fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baldwin Conner takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by San.
Baldwin Conner stalling in the clinch.
San lands a nice uppercut.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Baldwin Conner.
A quick uppercut on the inside from San.
San blocks a body shot from Baldwin Conner.
Baldwin Conner misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from San.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baldwin Baldwin Conner's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
San clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by San.
Baldwin Conner prevents a body shot from San.
San blocking some punches.
A short body shot lands from San as the two fighters clinch.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Baldwin Conner.
San misses with a body punch.
Baldwin Conner blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by San.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Baldwin Conner controls his hands.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from San.
San lands a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baldwin Conner blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Baldwin Conner swings wildly with an uppercut but San uses good head movement to avoid it.
San lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Baldwin Conner trying to stall but San improves his position.
San tries to work over Baldwin Conner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from San.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
A left hand lands to the body for San.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baldwin Conner manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A left hand lands to the body for San.
Baldwin Conner tries to throw a body punch but San avoids it by throwing Baldwin Conner back against the cage.
Baldwin Conner prevents a body shot from San.
Baldwin Conner misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by San.
Baldwin Conner misses with a punch on the inside.
Baldwin Conner's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right from San on the inside.
San lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC2#Baldwin Conner is rocked!
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oh Baldwin Conner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
San has a couple of punches blocked by Baldwin Conner.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T2#
A right handed body shot lands from San.
San lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
San dips a shoulder and cracks Baldwin Conner with a mighty uppercut! Baldwin Conner falls back against the cage and San unloads with a barrage of strikes! Baldwin Conner is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - San screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Highland 151
Date: Apr 08, 2022 |
#R1#
San tries to clinch there but Yourz circles away.
A cross from San lands.
San throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Yourz throws a looping overhand right but San ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
San rushes Yourz and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
San lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Yourz lands a right hand.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yourz throws an elbow but misses.
San pushes Yourz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yourz throws a punch but it's blocked by San.
San misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yourz throws an elbow but it misses.
San blocks the elbow strike.
Yourz blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Yourz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body punch from San - that landed with a thud.
San lands a right hand.
San blocks an elbow strike from Yourz.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San tries to throw a body punch but Yourz avoids it by throwing San back against the cage.
San lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yourz or not.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Yourz. #T1#
Yourz lands a shoulder strike.
San lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yourz takes a shot to the head.
San scores with a hook to the body.
San works on Yourz's body with a couple of short punches.
Yourz is breathing heavily.
Yourz misses with a hook from the clinch.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Yourz backwards.
Yourz takes a shot to the head.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Yourz backwards.
A short right from San on the inside.
San lands a body punch.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San lands with a short shot to the head. #ROC2#Yourz is rocked!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
Oh Yourz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
San lands with a left to the head.
San blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San lands with a left to the head.
Yourz throws an elbow but it misses.
Yourz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yourz throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
San scores with a hook to the body.
San lands with a right to the head.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right handed body shot lands from San.
San lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Yourz to his knees! San keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
3 Titles on the Line!
Date: Mar 07, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
San clinches up against the ropes.
San lands a hook that snaps the head of David backwards.
David blocks a punch to the side of the head.
David blocks a body shot from San.
David is trying to pull guard but San has him pressed against the ropes.
David throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land. #TD2#
David decides to pull guard.
David controlling the position.
David looking to hit a scissor sweep but San is one step ahead there.
David is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
David working a defensive guard here.
David looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
San wants to control from the top but David keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
David is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
San on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if San tries to get out of the position.
David uses his free foot to push down on San's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for San.
David with a couple of short strikes.
David breaks from San's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB2#
David is going oldschool here, as he tries to force San to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so San shrugs it off.
David throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
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#
David thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
San is trying to get to the ropes to help him get back to his feet.
David throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
David sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
David is in the full mount, landing strikes. #CUT2#It looks like Aiko San has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
David landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#San is rocked!
David loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have San scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from David land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. David stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Corin David!
After winning the bout, Corin David 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:
Ramano vs Carter
Date: Feb 19, 2022 |
#R1#
San fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McShane is looking to clinch.
McShane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but San manages to avoid it.
McShane fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. San looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McShane walks into a straight right hand from San.
McShane throws a body shot but no joy.
San comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McShane throws a predictable looking body shot
and San counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
San moves into range and connects with a jab.
San clobbers McShane with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
San lands with an overhand left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
San swings and misses with a hook to the body.
San fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
San connects with a looping right hand.
#CL#
McShane closes the distance and pushes San back into the cage.
San has a couple of punches blocked by McShane.
#T1#
San working aggressively here.
McShane misses with an elbow over the top.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
A body shot lands from San.
San lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McShane backwards.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
McShane fails to pull guard.
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
San scores with a nice hook to the head.
McShane changes levels and goes for a takedown here. San fights it off and pushes away nicely.
San throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San cracks McShane with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McShane missing with a left hand there. San was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd cheers as San lands an impressive looking overhand right. McShane doesn't seem phased though.
San connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McShane momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San with a hook.
San lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice sprawl there from San as McShane shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Owen McShane. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
McShane misses with a hook
and San connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
San scores with a nice strike.
San scores with a shot to the body.
McShane takes a body punch but keeps moving.
San shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Aiko San is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice cross by San.
McShane misses with a takedown attempt
enabling San to counter with a crisp jab.
San lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McShane at a distance.
San scores with a nice head shot.
San works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
San scores with a jab to the body.
McShane takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
San lands with an overhand left.
San lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
San scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
McShane closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. San did well to prevent McShane getting side control.
San is not content to let McShane control the position.#SUB#
McShane is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
McShane is looking for a kimura but San is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McShane to get the leverage.
San 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.
McShane stops San from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McShane tries to pass the half guard into mount. San knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McShane has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T4#
McShane is landing with some decent strikes but San is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
San in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
BOOM! McShane connects with a massive shot to the dome!
San squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
McShane throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
McShane scores with a couple of good head shots there.
McShane sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#SUB#
McShane has control of San's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and San regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McShane looking to control but San is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San 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#
San throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
San dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
San cracks McShane with an open hand slap.#CL#
McShane takes the fight into the clinch.
McShane creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
San lands a body shot.
San has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San.
San dodges an elbow strike from McShane.
San lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, McShane throws an elbow but misses.
San lands a left hand that snaps the head of McShane backwards.
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McShane blocking some punches.
Aiko San seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
San lands with a right to the head.
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!
McShane is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but San is defending well.
A short right from San on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, McShane throws an elbow but misses.
McShane looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
San avoids a wild elbow strike from McShane.#T1#
San lands a shoulder strike.
A right hand to the body from San.
San lands with a light punch inside.
McShane drops down looking for an ankle pick but San pulls his leg out and moves away.
McShane on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
San lands a nice looking body shot.
San works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
San dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for San. That snapped McShane's head back.
McShane takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
San throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McShane on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San connects with a single shot there.#ROC2#McShane is rocked!
San ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McShane takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2##CL#
McShane moves into the clinch.
San works on McShane's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, McShane just misses with a elbow thrown towards San's brow.
McShane is trying to pull guard but San has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Owen McShane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice body punch from San - that landed with a thud.
A left hand lands to the body for San.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
San gets underhooks to prevent McShane's takedown attempt.
San throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A shot in the inside from San.
San lands a hook that snaps the head of McShane backwards.
San scores with a shot to the side of McShane's head.
Oh McShane is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
San throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McShane takes a shot to the head.
San throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right hand to the body from San.
McShane seems to have got his legs back now.
A right hook to the body lands for San.
A right handed body shot lands from San.
San presses McShane against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
San lands an uppercut.#T3#
San digs a right hand underneath McShane's ribcage. McShane let out a lung full of air as it connected.
San lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McShane backwards.
San lands on the inside with an uppercut.
San lands a body shot.
San stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Still in the clinch, San scores with a nice short uppercut.
San lands with a right to the head.
San cracks McShane with a nice body shot.
A short left from San.
San lands a left hand.
San unloads with a big right hand that wobbles McShane! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but San is unloading with more strikes now! McShane drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Kai vs Daniels
Date: Jan 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Kabore slips under a jab.
San just misses with a punch to the body.
San looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kabore lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
San circles away from the clinch attempt.
A little feinted left hand from San on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
San scores with a hook.
San throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
San punishes Kabore's body with a nice straight punch.
A big right from Kabore misses.
A counter left hand to the body from San misses its target.
San connects with a nice looking jab.
Kabore tries to close the distance and clinch but San swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kabore tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but San paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kabore looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kabore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by San as he connects with a hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kabore slips under a jab from San.
Kabore changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kabore misses with a few strikes there.
Kabore throws an overhand right that lands on San's shoulder, as San tries to avoid the shot.
San is looking to counter the offense by Kabore and move into the clinch.#T1#
Nice shot lands for Kabore.
San misses the jab.
San stuffs the takedown.
San lands a nice looking body shot.
Kabore throws an uppercut from half a mile away. San sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and San tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
San's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kabore connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! San scrambles back to his feet.
San swings for the body but Kabore moves out of range.
Kabore now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
San uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kabore.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kabore. San does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aiko San is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kabore ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
San misses with a lunging right hand
and Kabore counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kabore throws a shot from downtown. San moves away and avoids it.
Kabore misses with an uppercut. San saw that one coming.
San misses with a body shot.
San lands a really nice looking cross but Kabore seems unphased.
Some wild striking there from Kabore.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC#Kabore is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Moussa Kabore has been cut.
Kabore shoots in and drives through. San sprawls well.
Kabore is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
Kabore thows a leg kick but San checks it
and San counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kabore seems to have recovered his senses.
San on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kabore misses with a two punch combination.
San works Kabore's body with a nice hook.
Nice shot by San.
Moussa Kabore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
San dodges the punch combination from Kabore.
San appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
San walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Kabore drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! San swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Kabore's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Gojo vs Borisov
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
#R1#
San slips a jab from Takeda.#CL#
Takeda clinches with his opponent.
Takeda is trying to pull guard but San has him pressed against the cage.
San misses with a body punch.
Takeda misses with a short punch on the inside.
San's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nice body punch from Takeda.
San tries to throw a body punch but Takeda avoids it by throwing San back against the cage. #TD#
Takeda jumps guard.
Takeda seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
San sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Takeda isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. San stacks Takeda 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 San!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takeda tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
San is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Takeda will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Takeda is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on San's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Takeda regains full guard. Nicely done.
San looking to pass the guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Takeda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and San defends well.#SUB#
Takeda has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. San is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Takeda.
Takeda manages to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Takeda looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
San stalling.
Takeda wants to improve his position but San is controlling well.
#SUB#
Takeda is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! San is tapping! Great win for Takeda!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shingen Takeda!
Shingen Takeda took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Bellicose - Ike vs Kai
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Covington throws a predictable looking body shot
and San counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
San tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Covington manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
San slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Covington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
San punishes Covington's body with a nice straight punch.
Covington slips a straight right by San.
Covington tries to counter with a takedown but San is quick to defend against it.
Covington misses with a takedown attempt - San sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
San doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Covington was well out of range. Poor timing from San.
Covington half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Covington circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Covington counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Covington.
Covington tries to free his leg and advance position but San is retaining full guard.
Covington won't allow San to get back to his feet. #T1#
Covington passes San's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Covington is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
San is defending against the submission attempts here by Covington.
Covington 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.#SUB#
Covington is looking for a kimura but San is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Covington to get the leverage.
Covington wants to take a breather but San is having none of it. #SUB#
Covington is trying for a kimura here. San looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Covington wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Everett Covington!
Everett Covington 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:
Bellicose - Howard vs Koning
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
San looks to land a combination but Goon avoids it well.
It looked like Goon was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from San.
Goon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Goon misses with a wild combination.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
San tries to close the distance and clinch up but Goon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It looked like Goon was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Goon tries to keep at a distance but San has taken the fight into the clinch.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San misses with the head strike.
#T1#
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
San misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Goon.
Goon tries to break the clinch but San is controlling the position.
San throws a head punch that misses.
Goon wants to get back to striking at distance but San won't allow it.
San keeps control of Goon as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San misses with the head strike.
San looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
San working aggressively here.
A short right from San on the inside.
Goon blocking some punches.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goon's elbow. #T2#
San working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San lands an uppercut.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Goon.
Goon blocks an uppercut.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Goon uses good head movement to avoid it.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Goon.
Goon blocking some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San throws a head punch that misses.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Goon.
San misses with the head strike.
San lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
Goon blocking some punches.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
Goon looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
San can't find room to land a body shot as Goon controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Goon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Goon blocks a body shot from San.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Goon.
San has a couple of punches blocked by Goon.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San tries a body shot but Goon blocks it.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Goon uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Goon blocks an uppercut.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goon blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from San on the inside.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Goon.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Goon is looking to break free of the clinch but San has double underhooks.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
San moves into the clinch successfully.
San lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Goon or not.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Goon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aiko San seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San misses with the head strike.
San prevents Goon from breaking the clinch.
San tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Goon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goon blocks an uppercut.
San misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from San.
Goon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San can't find room to land a body shot as Goon controls the action.
#T1#
San lands a left hand.
San misses with the head strike.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
San throws a head punch that misses.
San misses with a hook from the clinch.
San working aggressively here.
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Goon is trying to force a seperation but San has the dominant position.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
San throws a punch but it's blocked by Goon.
A short left from San.
Goon tries to stall but San uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T2#
San throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San working aggressively here.
San lands a right hand that snaps the head of Goon backwards.
San tries to work over Goon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
Goon prevents a body shot from San.
San doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San scores with a nice hook to the head.
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!
Goon blocks an uppercut.
Goon blocking some punches.
Goon wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
San misses with some punches.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Goon controls his hands.
San lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
San tries to work over Goon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San keeps control of Goon as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San misses with a punch on the inside.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from San.
A short right from San.
Goon tries to stall but San uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
Goon has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
San working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San lands a left hand.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San misses with a hook to the ribs.
Goon blocks a body shot from San.
Goon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San misses with some punches.
Goon is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by San.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
San misses with a left hand
enabling Goon to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Aiko San has been cut.
Goon scores with a nice right hand.
San misses with a straight right.
Goon throwing a counter right hand but San manages to avoid it.
San scores with a crisp jab that stopped Goon in his tracks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goon thuds his right hand into San's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
San tries to close the distance and clinch up but Goon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Goon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1##CL2#
San takes the fight into the clinch.
San tries a body shot but Goon blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goon.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goon tries to circle away but San has him pinned against the cage.
Goon is trying to break the clinch but San is controlling him.
San doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goon wants to get back to striking at distance but San won't allow it.
Aiko San is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Goon can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
Goon is trying to break the clinch but San has him pressed against the cage.
Goon has had enough of the clinch but San keeps him there for the moment.
A head punch on the inside from San fails to land.
San swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Goon or not.
Goon is looking to break free of the clinch but San has double underhooks.
Goon blocking some punches.
A right hand to the body from San.
San tries to work over Goon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San swings wildly with an uppercut but Goon uses good head movement to avoid it.
A frustrated look appears on Goon's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T3#
Goon is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
San tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San lands on the inside with an uppercut.
San lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
San misses with the head strike.
Goon has had enough of the clinch but San keeps him there for the moment.
A short left from San.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for San.
San misses with a body punch.
San tries to work over Goon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San misses with some punches.
Goon is trying to force a seperation but San has the dominant position.#T4#
A short uppercut from San.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Goon controls his hands.
San misses with some punches.
San lands a hook to the side of the head.
San fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Goon looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
San struggles to land a body shot inside as Goon controls his hands.
San lands a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
San misses with a short punch on the inside.
Goon blocks an uppercut.
Savage Goon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aiko San comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got San 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 25:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 25:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aiko San! |
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Event:
NYCL 23 - Bateman vs Daverio
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
San throws a right and a left that De Klerk avoids nicely.
De Klerk looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
San misses with a wild combination.
San misses with a two punch combination.
De Klerk tries to counter by closing the distance.
San swinging wildly here.
Some wild striking there from San.
De Klerk wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.
De Klerk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
De Klerk wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
San looks to land a combination but De Klerk avoids it well.
We've been told by San's head coaches at Deep waters that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Aiko San seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Klerk showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from San.
San stalks De Klerk and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into De Klerk's face. De Klerk staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#It looks like Wubbe De Klerk has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T1#
San throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
San fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
De Klerk showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from San.
De Klerk tries to clinch up but San circles away and keeps his distance.
De Klerk is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
San swinging wildly here.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
De Klerk wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.
De Klerk slips a jab and a cross from San.
San misses with a series of wild punches.
De Klerk wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.#T2#
San throws a right hand that De Klerk ducks under and follows up with a left that De Klerk also avoids with ease.
De Klerk tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. San manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
San throws a right and a left that De Klerk avoids nicely.
A combination from San does no damage.
De Klerk tries to clinch up but San circles away and keeps his distance.
San rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but De Klerk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sloppy strikes from San. Those never looked like landing.
San looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
San moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - De Klerk looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
De Klerk is looking to clinch.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
#T3##CL2#
De Klerk has closed the distance and engaged San in a clinch.
San lands a hook that snaps the head of De Klerk backwards. #BC#
San breaks from the clinch.
De Klerk takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
San keeps the fight on the outside.
San throws a head kick but De Klerk moves out of range.
San scores with a one two! De Klerk had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #ROC#De Klerk is rocked!
San misses with a two punch combination.
De Klerk wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.
De Klerk is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
San throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
San throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
San avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
San throws a one two combo.
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!
De Klerk blocks a low kick nicely.
San swats away the attempt to clinch by De Klerk.
San misses with a double jab.
San is working the combinations to good effect here.#T4#
San will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A nice combination there by San.
San throws a right hand that De Klerk ducks under and follows up with a left that De Klerk also avoids with ease.
San circles away from the clinch attempt.
San swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
De Klerk tries to clinch there but San circles away.
San throws a series of strikes that have De Klerk backpedaling.
De Klerk tries to close the distance and clinch but San swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
San feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A nice combination there by San.
De Klerk looks to clinch
and San counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
De Klerk is looking to clinch but San is avoiding it.
San misses with a double jab.
De Klerk wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.
San misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San misses with a series of wild punches.
San throws a combination but it was largely blocked by De Klerk.
San throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wubbe De Klerk'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#
San throws a series of punches but De Klerk avoids them all with ease.
De Klerk seems to have recovered his senses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by San!
San is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Klerk can do to turn this around?
San looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
San misses with a double jab.
De Klerk tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
De Klerk slips a jab and a cross from San.
San misses with a double jab.
De Klerk wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.
De Klerk moves in looking to clinch but San pushes him off.
San tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
San lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but De Klerk circles away quickly and effectively.
De Klerk checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Klerk tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
San fails to land with a series of punches.
San throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
De Klerk tries to close the distance and clinch but San swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
San swinging wildly here.
#T1#
De Klerk tries to close the distance and clinch up but San swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jab, jab by San - just one landing.
San looks to land a combination but De Klerk avoids it well.
San avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
San throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
San throws a head kick but De Klerk moves out of range.
San moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
De Klerk fails with an attempt to clinch.
San fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
San finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
San pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces De Klerk back to the cage. San follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Klerk showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from San.
#T2#
A combination from San does no damage.
San missing with a left hand there. De Klerk was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
San throws a series of punches but De Klerk avoids them all with ease.
De Klerk tries to counter by closing the distance.
San's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and San duly obliges.
De Klerk is looking to clinch.
De Klerk tries to clinch there but San circles away.
San lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but De Klerk circles away quickly and effectively.
De Klerk tries to clinch up but San circles away and keeps his distance.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
San throws a right and a left that both miss.
San throws a series of punches but De Klerk moves out of range.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
San ducks down and throws a hook to the body but De Klerk moves away.
San misses with a two punch combination.
#T3#
San throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sloppy strikes from San. Those never looked like landing.
We've been informed that De Klerk has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
San lands a really nice looking cross but De Klerk seems unphased.
A jab from San does it's job there.
San throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Aiko San is winning the standup battle so far.
San tries a head kick but it misses.
San throws a right hand that De Klerk ducks under and follows up with a left that De Klerk also avoids with ease.
De Klerk wants to counter the offense by San and move into the clinch position.
De Klerk tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. San manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
San throws a series of punches but De Klerk avoids them all with ease.
San throws a right hand that De Klerk ducks under and follows up with a left that De Klerk also avoids with ease.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
De Klerk tries to counter with a clinch but San shakes him off and moves away.
De Klerk tries to close the distance and clinch up but San swats him away and circles back towards the center.
San lands a two punch combo.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Klerk checks the leg kick nicely there.
De Klerk doesn't manage to clinch there - San circles away.
San looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from San.
De Klerk fails in his attempt to clinch.
San throws a nice looking combination but De Klerk bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
De Klerk tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. San manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
San swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
San tries to bum rush De Klerk with a series of wild strikes but De Klerk uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
San throws a right and a left that both miss.
San throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
De Klerk checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
De Klerk steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from San.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko San dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wubbe De Klerk's cut.
That's time! San's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
San swinging wildly here.
San rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but De Klerk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
San misses with a wild combination.
De Klerk tries to clinch but San is having none of it.
San lands a jab-cross combination.
San lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
San throws a push kick but De Klerk slaps the foot to one side.
De Klerk doesn't manage to clinch there - San circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left and a right from San both land. Nice combination.
San misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice combination there by San.
San swinging wildly here.
De Klerk wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.#T1#
De Klerk wants to clinch up but San keeps it at a distance.
San looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
De Klerk tries to clinch up.
It looked like San was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
San fails to land with a series of punches.
De Klerk steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from San.
De Klerk has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
San rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but De Klerk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Aiko San is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
De Klerk doesn't manage to clinch there - San circles away.
San misses with the combination.
De Klerk wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.
De Klerk tries to clinch but San moves out of range.
San looks to land a combination but De Klerk avoids it well.
San misses with a series of wild punches.
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
De Klerk wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.#T2##CL2#
De Klerk forces San back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
San manages to break the clinch.
San misses with a few strikes there.
San misses with a double jab.
San misses with a double jab.
De Klerk wants to clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but De Klerk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
San pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces De Klerk back to the cage. San follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
San misses with a wild combination.
De Klerk tries to close the distance and clinch up but San swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T3#
De Klerk dodges the punch combination from San.
The fight stays on the outside here - De Klerk looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
San throws a right hand that De Klerk ducks under and follows up with a left that De Klerk also avoids with ease.
De Klerk is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
San tries a head kick but it misses.
San fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
San misses with a wild combination.
San avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sloppy strikes from San. Those never looked like landing.
San swats away the attempt to clinch by De Klerk.
San looks to land a combination but De Klerk avoids it well. #T4#
San fails to land with a series of punches.
De Klerk fails with an attempt to clinch.
A punch combination from San misses.
San misses with a jab, cross combination.
San misses with a wild combination.
San misses with the combination.
San throws a series of punches but De Klerk moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
San lands with a nice combination. De Klerk backs away looking to recover.
A combination from San does no damage.
De Klerk wants to counter with a clinch but San pushes him away.
Wubbe De Klerk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
San throws a right and a left that De Klerk avoids nicely.
San pivots, looking for a leg kick but De Klerk is out of range and San settles back down.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aiko San showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for San, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:24
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:24
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aiko San! |
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Event:
NYCL 20 - Johnson vs Mironi
Date: Aug 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Ren avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A swing and a miss from San.
Aiko San seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
San lands a left and a right that send Ren crashing to the mat, dazed. San thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Ren is rocked!
Ren avoids a punch combination nicely.
Oh Ren is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ren thows a left - swing and a miss!
San is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ren seems to have got his legs back now.
Ren cracks San with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San throws a right and a left that Ren avoids nicely.
Ren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ren misses with a head kick.
San throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #KD2#
San lands a left and a right that send Ren crashing to the mat, dazed. San thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
A cross from Ren lands.
San misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ren fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but San is out of range.
San throws out a loose jab but Ren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ren avoids a kick to the body.
Ren lands with a nice body punch. #KD2#
San cracks Ren with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ren looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away can San finish him?
Ren throws a series of punches but San avoids them all with ease.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from San lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ren has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ren and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ren fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T1#
San lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ren circles away quickly and effectively.
San uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ren.
San misses with a double jab.
San misses with a body kick.
San scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ren in his tracks.
San lands a big right hook! Ren looks hurt but is still standing! San lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Ren falls down and San dives in with a huge hammer fist! Ren's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and San runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Aiko San! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 09, 2021 |
#R1#
San misses with the combination.
A right-left combo lands from San. #CUT#It looks like AdmiralGeneral Aladeen has been cut.
San rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Aladeen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Aladeen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
San fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#KD#
San lands a left and a right that send Aladeen crashing to the mat, dazed. San thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Aladeen is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
San will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Aladeen is still on wobbly legs! Can San finish him?
Aiko San seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
San is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from San shuts the power down on Aladeen. Lights out, game over! San is your winner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Aiko San! |
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