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Event:
VFC 62 Sergius vs Feynman
Date: Apr 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Spade has a takedown stuffed.
Newton lands a right hook to the body.
#TD#
Newton looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Spade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spade working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Newton.
Newton throwing strikes but missing.
Spade is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Spade on the ground.
Spade working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Spade looking for a guillotine here but Newton defends easily.
#T1#
Newton distracts Spade with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Spade is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Newton controls from within his opponent's guard.
Newton wants to control from the top but Spade keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Spade looking for a sweep. Not yet Spade, not yet.
Newton trying to control but Spade is working from the bottom.
Newton controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Spade trying to control the position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Newton trying to control the position from guard on top but Spade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Spade shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Spade showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Spade seems to be working for a kimura but Newton defends the submission attempt.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB2#
Spade seems to be looking for submissions.
Newton is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Spade is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Newton defends it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Spade has control of the leg.
Newton keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Spade is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Newton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Spade. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Newton is pressing down on Spade's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Newton has control of Spade's left arm, preventing Spade from doing any damage.
Newton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Spade is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Spade thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Newton pulls Spade in close to his closed guard and prevents Spade from doing any damage or advancing position.
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 Isaac Newton will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Newton looks to throw the jab but Spade is out of range.
Spade misses the jab.
Spade is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Newton.
Newton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Spade misses with a looping left.
Newton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Newton stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Newton wants it to stay on the feet.
Newton feinted with a counter takedown.
Newton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Spade sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Newton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Spade is trying to defend but Newton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Spade is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Spade looking for submissions off his back.
Newton is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Newton trying to pass the guard but Spade defending well.
Newton is working hard here to advance position.
Spade makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Spade.
Newton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Spade has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Newton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Newton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Spade is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Spade working for a triangle but Newton defends it easily.
Spade trying to control the position.
Spade wants to sweep here but Newton controlling him for the moment.
Newton controlling from the top position. #T3#
Newton postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Spade keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass. #SUB2#
Spade had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Newton defends it easily.
Newton passes Spade's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Newton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Spade!
Newton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spade can do to turn this around?
Newton controlling his opponent.
Newton looking to control but Spade is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Spade is wriggling around trying to escape.
Spade gets back to half guard.
Newton controlling the action here.
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. Newton connects with a nice short shot to Spade's temple.
Newton is pressing down on Spade's thigh, looking to free his foot. Spade is holding on for now.
Newton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton controlling the action here.
Spade moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Isaac Newton dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Newton gets a takedown into half guard.
Newton performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Spade tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg.
Newton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Newton with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spade trying to hold on to Newton's head to control him but Newton postures up.
#T1#
Newton is controlling the pace.
Spade tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. #SUB#
Newton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Spade doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Newton. #SUB2#
Spade looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jack Spade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Spade trying to hold on to Newton's head to control him but Newton postures up.
Newton controlling the pace.
Spade tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control.
Still in half guard, Newton seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Newton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Spade doesn't seem bothered though. #TD#
Newton looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Spade working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Newton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Newton stays in close to Spade's body and controls the position.
Newton's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Newton chips away with some ground and pound.
Newton wants to control from the top but Spade keeps moving.
Spade wants to sweep but no luck.
Newton is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Newton forces his way into half guard.
Isaac Newton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Newton tries to pass to full mount but Spade defends it.
Spade trying to hold on to Newton's head to control him but Newton postures up.
Newton sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Spade is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Newton stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newton trying to pass the guard but Spade defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Isaac Newton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Newton has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Isaac Newton!
Isaac Newton 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:
VFC 53 Dingo vs Spade
Date: Mar 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Dingo walks into a stiff left hand from Spade.
Spade shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dingo defends it nicely.
Dingo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Spade is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dingo's half guard.#SUB2#
Spade is trying to work for a kimura but Dingo is defending well.
#SUB2#
Spade is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dingo has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Spade is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dingo defends it well. #T1##SUB2#
Spade has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Dingo defend it? Spade steps over the head and cranks it - Dingo is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Spade!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jack Spade!
After winning the bout, Jack Spade 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:
VFC 41 Come Get Your Belt
Date: Mar 05, 2022 |
#R1#
A jab from Spade misses.
Spade throws an off balance right hand
enabling Sergius to counter with a crisp jab.
Spade fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sergius throws out a counter right but Spade avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Sergius moves into the clinch.
Spade changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sergius fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Sergius moves into the clinch.
Sergius gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Sergius crunches a lovely knee into Spade's ribcage.
Spade is breathing heavily.
Sergius slowing the pace effectively.
Sergius lands a hook that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Sergius lands an elbow just above Spade 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Jack Spade has been cut.
Sergius lands an elbow inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sergius has Spade pushed against the cage.
Sergius lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sergius lands an elbow that stopped Spade in his tracks for a moment. #T1#
Sergius lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Sergius lands an elbow inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sergius.
Sergius lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC2#Spade is rocked!
Sergius lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Sergius on the inside.
Oh Spade is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Spade is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sergius is defending well.
Spade seems to have got his legs back now.
We've been hearing reports that Spade has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Spade. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from Sergius.
Sergius creates some distance and fires off a vicious elbow that drops Spade! He pounces and finishes the fight with more strikes! Nice KO for Sergius.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergio Sergius!
A less than humble Sergio Sergius misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
VFC 25 Warrior Week
Date: Feb 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Anudo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Spade shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Anudo but Anudo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Anudo tries to bum rush Spade with a series of wild strikes but Spade uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Spade shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Anudo as he avoids it easily.
Anudo throws a jab when Spade was well out of range.
The fighters circling - Spade throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Spade looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A big left from Spade misses.
Anudo throws a jab when Spade was well out of range.
Anudo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Spade drives through with a takedown into guard.
Spade wants to control from the top but Anudo keeps moving.
Spade stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anudo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anudo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Anudo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Spade wants to control from the top but Anudo keeps moving.
Anudo keeping full guard, as Spade tries to pass.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Anudo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jack Spade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spade throws a jab when Anudo was well out of range.
Spade avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spade with the counter takedown but Anudo avoids it easily.
Spade looks for a takedown but Anudo sprawls well.
Mac Anudo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Spade.#TD2#
Spade scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T2##SUB2#
Spade tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Anudo is not content to let Spade control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Spade is trying to get an arm triangle but Anudo is defending well.
Anudo is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Spade is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Anudo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3##SUB2#
Spade tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Spade swings around for an armbar but Anudo sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Spade's guard.
Anudo trying to control the position from guard on top but Spade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Spade is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
Spade trying to control but Anudo is working from the bottom.
Anudo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Anudo managing to control the position. #SUB#
Anudo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Spade can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Spade trying to control the position from guard on top but Anudo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spade is pushing down on Anudo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Anudo is fighting to maintain full guard but Spade has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Spade dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2#
Spade darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Anudo is looking to control Spade's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Anudo avoid being mounted?
Anudo keeping hold of Spade's head, controlling as best he can.
Spade looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spade prevents Anudo from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Spade seems to be looking for submissions.
Anudo moves into full guard.
Spade is looking to pass into half guard but Anudo pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Anudo is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Spade is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Anudo defends well.
Anudo trying to control but Spade is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Spade looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Anudo trying to control but Spade is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Spade throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Anudo stands and throws Spade's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Spade is trying to get back to half guard.
Anudo wants to control but Spade is keeping him busy. #T3#
Spade can't do much from the bottom here.
Anudo is chipping away with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Spade's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Spade tries to buck Anudo off but Anudo is having none of it.
Jack Spade has got the better of the ground game so far.
You can see the frustration on Spade's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Spade has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anudo laying and praying for a moment but Spade takes advantage and regains half guard.
Anudo passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Anudo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Spade is looking to escape.
Spade regains half guard.
Spade desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Spade has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Anudo escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Anudo!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Mac Anudo will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Spade shoots in and drives through. Anudo sprawls well.#CL#
Anudo gets a clinch.
Spade blocks an uppercut.
Spade drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Anudo gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Spade goes for a takedown attempt but Anudo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Mac Anudo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Spade.
Spade shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Spade shoots in and bounces Anudo off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Anudo keeping moving, preventing Spade from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anudo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Spade stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anudo swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Anudo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Spade tries to free his leg and advance position but Anudo is retaining full guard.
Spade trying to control but Anudo is working from the bottom.
Spade must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Spade postures up.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Spade trying to control the position from guard on top but Anudo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spade throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Anudo throws a series of punches but Spade moves out of range.
Spade drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Anudo defends it well.
Anudo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Anudo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Anudo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Spade swats away the attempt to clinch by Anudo.
Spade uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anudo.
Spade feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Spade changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Anudo looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Spade is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Anudo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Spade wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Anudo, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB2#
Spade is trying to get an arm triangle but Anudo is defending well.
Anudo is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Spade goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Anudo rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Spade's guard! Nice work there by Anudo!
Anudo passes Spade's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4#
Anudo wants to free his trapped foot but Spade is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Spade is trying to control but Anudo manages to pass to mount!
#SUB#
Anudo has control of Spade's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Spade regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Anudo looking to secure an arm triangle but Spade defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Anudo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Anudo has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:29
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw! |
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Event:
VFC 16 The Champs Are Here
Date: Feb 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Spade shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Tartakov moves into the clinch successfully.
Spade has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tartakov after a bit of a struggle.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tartakov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Spade tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Spade. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spade tries for a takedown. No joy.
Spade blocking some punches.
Tartakov gets underhooks to prevent Spade's takedown attempt.
Spade tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tartakov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spade drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tartakov pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Tartakov gets caught napping as Spade dives in and scores a takedown. Tartakov manages to retain guard.
Spade trying to control the position from guard on top but Tartakov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Spade avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tartakov trying to control the position.
#T1#
Tartakov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Spade has gone for a leg lock! Tartakov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Spade's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Spade working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tartakov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tartakov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Spade looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Spade working for a triangle but Tartakov defends it easily.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Spade keeping moving, preventing Tartakov from controlling successfully.
Spade managing to control the position.
Tartakov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Spade throws his legs up looking for a submission but Tartakov uses it to pass to side control.
Tartakov advances nicely into full mount.
Spade is looking to improve his position but Tartakov isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Tartakov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Spade is trying desperately to improve position.
Tartakov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Spade is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tartakov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Spade wants to hold on but Tartakov pushes him away.
Tartakov trying to control but Spade is having none of it.
Spade wants to control but Tartakov is having none of it.#T4#
Spade working to try and regain half guard.
Tartakov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Spade is looking to improve his position but Tartakov isn't that keen on the idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tartakov landing strikes from the mount and Spade is in trouble!
Tartakov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tartakov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Spade is looking to escape.
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!
Tartakov working the ground and pound effectively.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Old Leg Tartakov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Spade throws a shot from downtown. Tartakov moves away and avoids it.
Nice uppercut lands for Tartakov. That snapped Spade's head back.
#TD#
Spade fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tartakov sprawls well initially but Spade persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Tartakov is defending against the submission attempts here by Spade.
#SUB#
Spade is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tartakov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tartakov trying to control from the bottom.
Tartakov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tartakov tries to get to full guard but Spade has control of the leg.
Tartakov trying to control from the bottom.
#T1##SUB#
Spade wants to work for an arm triangle but Tartakov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tartakov gets full guard.
Tartakov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Tartakov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tartakov is trying to control the position but Spade postures up. #SUB#
Spade has gone for a leg lock! Tartakov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Spade's guard.#REVB#
Spade looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tartakov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Spade keeping control of the position.
Tartakov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Spade keeps working. #T2#
Spade tries to get to full guard but Tartakov has control of the leg.
Spade is holding on to half guard well.
Spade gets back to full guard.
Spade is pulling down on Tartakov's head to control his posture.
Tartakov forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Tartakov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Spade keeps working.
Spade wants to get back to full guard but Tartakov has mounted him!
Tartakov lands a big elbow.
Spade tries to reverse the position but Tartakov maintains control.
Spade is working hard here to advance position.
Tartakov lands a big shot there that rocks Spade but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Tartakov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Tartakov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Spade is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T4#
Spade tries to lock up and control but Tartakov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Tartakov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Spade is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tartakov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tartakov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spade taking shots to the head.
Spade tries to hold on but Tartakov postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spade is trying to escape the mount.
Tartakov avoids the attempt from Spade to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Old Leg Tartakov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3##TD2#
Tartakov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB#
Spade escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tartakov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tartakov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tartakov wants to pass the guard but Spade is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Tartakov has gone for a leg lock! Spade slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tartakov's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spade advances to half guard. #SUB#
Spade seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB#
Spade is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Spade seems to be working for a kimura but Tartakov defends the submission attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Spade wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tartakov keeps working.
Spade is looking to advance position but Tartakov won't allow it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Spade is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tartakov sees it coming and defends easily.
Tartakov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tartakov.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tartakov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Spade not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Spade working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tartakov has passed into half guard!
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. Tartakov connects with a nice short shot to Spade's temple. #T3#
Spade is looking for a sweep. Tartakov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Old Leg Tartakov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Spade has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tartakov is working away from the top position though.
Tartakov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Spade holds on for dear life, controlling Tartakov's posture momentarily.
Tartakov with good strikes from the mount here!
A nice elbow there by Tartakov.#T4#
Tartakov unloading with bombs!
Spade is desperately trying to improve his position but Tartakov has a good base and remains in mount.
Tartakov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Spade is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tartakov lands a nice shot to the head.
Tartakov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tartakov scoring with strikes but Spade is staying in there. #SUB2#
Spade defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Tartakov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tartakov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Spade wants to hold on but Tartakov pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Old Leg Tartakov really 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.#R4##CL2#
Tartakov closes the distance and clinches.
Spade drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tartakov pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Tartakov has Spade up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC2#
Tartakov breaks from the clinch.
Tartakov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Spade shoots in looking for a takedown but Tartakov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spade's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Tartakov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Spade did well to prevent Tartakov getting side control.
Tartakov trying to control from half guard but Spade is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spade wants to control the action here but instead Tartakov manages to pass to full mount! #SUB2#
Tartakov working for a guillotine from mount but Spade is in no mood to give up.
Spade keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1#
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Spade tries to lock up and control but Tartakov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Spade is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tartakov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Spade really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T2##SUB2#
Tartakov looking to secure an arm triangle but Spade defends it well.
Tartakov landing strikes from the mount.
Spade is desperately trying to improve his position but Tartakov has a good base and remains in mount.
Tartakov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Spade is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Spade tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tartakov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T3#
Spade sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Tartakov slips a nice elbow through Spade's hands, connecting with Spade's forehead.
Spade trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Tartakov manages to pass to mount!
Tartakov landing shots from mount.
Tartakov dominating with strikes here.
Spade is desperately trying to improve his position but Tartakov has a good base and remains in mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Tartakov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Spade is looking to improve his position but Tartakov isn't that keen on the idea.
Tartakov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Spade?
#T4#
Tartakov content just to control the position here.
Tartakov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Spade?
Spade tries to hold on but Tartakov postures up.
Tartakov with good strikes from the mount here!
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!
Tartakov landing strikes from the mount and Spade is in trouble!
The referee warns Spade that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Spade manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Spade is trying to control but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Old Leg Tartakov dominated that fourth 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!#R5#
Tartakov scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Spade drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Spade wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tartakov keeps working. #SUB#
Spade tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Spade has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Tartakov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spade is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tartakov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Spade is controlling Tartakov's trapped leg to prevent Tartakov from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Spade looking for submissions off his back.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T1#
Tartakov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Spade won't allow Tartakov to pass to mount.
Spade trying to control but Tartakov postures up.
Spade is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Tartakov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tartakov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Jack Spade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tartakov breaks from Spade's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Spade keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tartakov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T3##SUB2#
Tartakov has hold of Spade's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Spade manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Spade can't escape the position.
Tartakov with the ground and pound from mount.
Tartakov landing strikes from the mount and Spade is in trouble!
Tartakov lands a couple of good shots and Spade has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#SUB2#
Tartakov is persistently looking for the submission but Spade is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Spade is trying to control his opponent's hands. Eventually Tartakov gets his hands free and sinks in a rear naked choke. For a while it looks like Spade is going to survive but after struggling valiantly, he eventually has to tap out! Tartakov is your winner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Old Leg Tartakov!
Old Leg Tartakov is the new heavyweight champion!
Old Leg Tartakov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
VFC 8 Chokeout
Date: Jan 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Blancho tries to score a power double leg takedown but Spade sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Blancho somewhat.
No luck for Blancho with that takedown attempt.
Blancho fails with a takedown attempt.
Jack Spade has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Igor Blancho.#TD2#
Blancho fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Spade to the ground. Blancho is now in Spade's guard.
Spade definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Spade working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blancho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blancho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Spade is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Spade escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Blancho gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1##SUB#
Spade is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Blancho defends well.#SUB2#
Blancho is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Spade looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Blancho looking to sit in guard and control but Spade gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Spade passes into half guard.
Blancho trying to hold on to Spade's head to control him but Spade postures up.
#T2##SUB#
Spade is looking for a kimura here.
Blancho is controlling Spade's trapped leg to prevent Spade from advancing to side control.
Blancho is trying to stand up here but Spade is controlling him well.
Blancho manages to get to full guard.
Blancho seems keen to control Spade's posture.#T3##SUB2#
Blancho throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Blancho 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##SUB2#
Blancho looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Blancho prevents Spade from improving his position.#T4#
Spade is controlling Blancho's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Spade is staying active underneath Blancho, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Blancho thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Spade's head.
Spade regains full guard. Nicely done.
Spade manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Blancho manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Blancho looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Spade trying to control the position from guard on top but Blancho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Spade dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Spade shoots in and drives through. Blancho sprawls well.
Blancho shoots in looking for a takedown but Spade manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Blancho's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Spade shoots in looking for a takedown. Blancho tries to sprawl out of it but Spade keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Blancho manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Spade stuffs the takedown attempt from Blancho. Blancho gets slowly back to his feet.
Spade defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Blancho.
Spade feinted with a counter takedown.
Jack Spade has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Igor Blancho.
Spade slaps away a takedown attempt from Blancho, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Spade half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Spade shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Blancho napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Blancho's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Spade is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Blancho is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Blancho gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Blancho wants to improve his position but Spade is controlling well.
#SUB#
Spade is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Blancho still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Blancho has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Spade is working to avoid the ground and pound but Blancho connects with a decent elbow.
Igor Blancho has got the better of the ground game so far.
Blancho working the head and body with strikes.
Spade struggling a bit here.
Blancho wants to control but Spade is keeping him busy. #T2#
Blancho scoring with punches from side control.
Spade is trying to get back to half guard.
Blancho scores with punches from side control.
Spade is not content to let Blancho control the position. #SUB2#
Blancho looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Blancho creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T3#
Spade tries to buck Blancho off but Blancho is having none of it.
Blancho in side control lands a decent elbow.
Spade is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Spade's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Blancho is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spade is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Spade on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Blancho lands a nice forearm strike. #T4#
Blancho working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#SUB2#
Blancho is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spade is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Blancho tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Spade can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spade is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Blancho thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Igor Blancho showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Blancho closes the distance and clinches up with Spade, looking for a takedown. Blancho pushes Spade against the cage but Spade circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Spade appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Blancho gets the takedown into side control.
Spade sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Spade actively working from the bottom here.
Spade taking some punishment here, with Blancho in his half guard.
Spade makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Spade.
My spies in Elite Island Gym inform me that Blancho has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Spade lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blancho trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Blancho is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Spade trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Blancho looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Spade has picked Blancho up and slammed him! Blancho can't keep hold of the triangle and Spade manages to pass to side control!#SUB#
Spade tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Spade has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Spade tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Spade has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
You can see the frustration on Blancho's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Spade tries for a kimura but Blancho is defending well.
Spade working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spade trying to control the action but Blancho is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Spade is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Blancho knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Spade prevents Blancho from escaping the position.#T3#
Blancho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Spade wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Blancho is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Spade goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Blancho has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Spade but great work by Blancho.
Blancho tries to advance to mount but Spade denies him.
Spade can't do much from the bottom here.
Spade sneaks back into half guard.
Spade keeping hold of Blancho's head, controlling as best he can. #T4#
Blancho scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Spade actively working from the bottom here.
Blancho wants to advance to full mount but Spade doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Blancho lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Spade escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Blancho gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blancho lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Igor Blancho just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Blancho fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Blancho's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Spade connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Blancho scrambles back to his feet.#TD#
Blancho tries to sprawl but Spade drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Blancho is staying active underneath Spade, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Blancho keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Spade is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Blancho is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jack Spade!
Jack Spade retains his heavyweight title!
A victorious Jack Spade thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
VFC 5 Legends are Born
Date: Jan 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Eketone displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Spade throws out the jab.
Eketone just misses with a punch to the body.
Spade shoots in for a takedown but Eketone shows good takedown defense.
Eketone lands with a straight right. Spade didn't see that one coming.#TD#
Spade closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Spade is trying to get an arm triangle but Eketone is defending well.
Spade wants to control but Eketone is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Spade is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Eketone is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Spade working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1##SUB#
Spade working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Eketone is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Spade is controlling him well.
Spade wants to lay and pray for a moment but Eketone keeps working. #SUB#
Spade goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Eketone has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Spade but great work by Eketone.
You can see the frustration on Spade's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Eketone wants to stand but Spade has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard. #SUB#
Eketone got a little sloppy there for a moment and Spade has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Eketone has managed to get both his arms back between Spade's legs - danger averted.
Eketone tries to stand but Spade is controlling from the bottom.
Eketone must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Eketone avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Spade definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Spade will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Spade is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Eketone defends well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Spade is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Eketone has his hands clasped together but Spade extends and breaks Eketone's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Spade.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jack Spade!
Jack Spade retains his heavyweight title!
Jack Spade thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
VFC 1 It Has Begun
Date: Dec 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Ace Spade connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jack Spade. Jack Spade circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jack Spade is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ace Spade sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jack Spade shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ace Spade but Ace Spade pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A telegraphed right hand from Jack Spade misses the target.
Ace Spade could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Jack Spade takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jack Spade shoots in for a double leg but Ace Spade sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ace Spade has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Spade.
Ace Spade slips a straight right by Jack Spade.
Ace Spade is looking to counter punch.
Ace Spade connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ace Spade staying out of range there.
Ace Spade misses with a wild combination.
#TD2#
Jack Spade dives in and scores a takedown into Ace Spade's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jack Spade advances position into side control!
Ace Spade can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Jack Spade working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Jack Spade advances nicely into full mount. #SUB2#
Jack Spade swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jack Spade!
Jack Spade is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Jack Spade thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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