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Event:
SSG 288 Hlervu vs Kuang
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 16 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 14 losses; Nedry Kuang!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, David Schapiro and Columbo Gatti.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kuang.
Hlervu appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hlervu closes the distance and clinches up with Kuang, looking for a takedown. Hlervu pushes Kuang against the cage but Kuang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kuang shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hlervu as he jumps to the side.
Kuang shoots in for a takedown but Hlervu shows good takedown defense.
Tendren Hlervu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nedry Kuang.
Hlervu shoots in and drives through. Kuang sprawls well.#TD#
Hlervu closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Kuang
Kuang tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuang is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
Kuang is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Kuang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Kuang trying to hold on to Hlervu's head to control him but Hlervu postures up.
#SUB#
Hlervu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Kuang is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hlervu pulls his head out easily.
Kuang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kuang is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kuang avoid being mounted?
Kuang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB#
Hlervu is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kuang has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kuang wants to get back to full guard but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Kuang
Hlervu wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Kuang really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T3#
Hlervu manages to capitalize on a mistake by Kuang to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Kuang#SUB#
Hlervu patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Kuang turns into Hlervu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (8) vs (2) Kuang
Hlervu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kuang manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (10) vs (2) Kuang
Kuang wants to hit a sweep here but Hlervu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kuang there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (13) vs (2) Kuang
Kuang is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.
Kuang wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.#T4#
Hlervu manages to capitalize on a mistake by Kuang to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (16) vs (2) Kuang
Kuang tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Kuang is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Kuang reaches up to try and control the position but Hlervu seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Kuang rolls and tries to escape and now Hlervu has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (19) vs (2) Kuang
Kuang is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Kuang fending off the submission attempt from Hlervu.
Kuang staying busy and making it hard for Hlervu to control. #T5#
Hlervu keeps control of the position as Kuang tries to break free.
Kuang is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kuang keeps trying to improve his position.
Kuang trying to control the hands but Hlervu breaks the grip.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hlervu patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hlervu is hanging on to Kuang's back as he tries to escape.
#T6##SUB#
Kuang is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Hlervu gets his way!
Hlervu is trying to stick to Kuang's back but Kuang is turning into Hlervu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hlervu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kuang. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (19) vs (4) Kuang#SUB#
Hlervu looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Kuang is defending well. Hlervu quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Kuang has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Hlervu celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
Our winner, Tendren Hlervu, 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.
The defeated Nedry Kuang had this to say: '台独万岁！万万岁！'. |
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Event:
SSG 286 Bar vs Hlervu
Date: Mar 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 21 losses; Wilhelm Bar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 15 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Bar scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bar (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Bar trying to mount his opponent but Hlervu defends it. #SUB2#
Hlervu actively working from the bottom here.
Bar works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (5) vs (0) Hlervu
Bar trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu being controlled for a moment. #T1#
Hlervu looking for a sweep but Bar has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bar (7) vs (0) Hlervu
Bar wants to control the pace but Hlervu is squirming around nicely.
Hlervu is desperately trying to improve his position but Bar has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Hlervu is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bar controlling from the full mount.
Hlervu working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Hlervu slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Bar perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bar is keen to just control but Hlervu is a slippery customer.
Bar is controlling the pace.
#T4#
Hlervu is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Bar is trying to control the action in half guard but Hlervu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bar content to control rather than advance.
Bar is keen to just control but Hlervu is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
Bar is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T6#
Bar is thwarting Hlervu's attempts to control the position.
Bar wants to free his trapped foot but Hlervu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T7##SUB2#
Hlervu actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Hlervu looking for subs from the bottom but Bar mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (10) vs (0) Hlervu
Bar tries to control but Hlervu wriggling away.
Bar manages to capitalize on a mistake by Hlervu to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bar (13) vs (0) Hlervu#T8#
Bar has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hlervu's body.
Bar controlling well, preventing Hlervu from escaping the position.
What can Hlervu do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Bar patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Hlervu is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Bar tightening his grip on Hlervu, looking for the choke.
Hlervu tries to roll but Bar sticks to his back.
#T10#
Bar keeps control of the position easily here as Hlervu tries to buck him off.
Bar is trying to control but Hlervu is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Hlervu is trying to escape the mount.
Bar can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hlervu is looking to escape. #T11#
Hlervu is working to get back to half guard.
Hlervu tries to control the position but Bar now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bar (16) vs (0) Hlervu
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.
Hlervu breaks Bar's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (16) vs (2) Hlervu#T12#
Hlervu trying to control but Bar is working from the bottom.
Bar keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Bar tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bar seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T13#
Hlervu advances to half guard.
Bar wants to get back to full guard.
Bar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
Hlervu is just content to waste time from the top position. Bar takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Bar is controlling Hlervu's posture.#T14#
Bar continues to stall.
Hlervu is looking to pass into half guard but Bar pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Bar is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bar (18) vs (2) Hlervu
Bar seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bar takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
Wilhelm Bar retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
SSG 271 Makarov vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 10 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 15 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Joseph Jones and Steve Montenegro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Makarov swivels and escapes.
Makarov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Hlervu fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Makarov to the ground. Hlervu is now in Makarov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Makarov is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Makarov is keeping the position.
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Makarov.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Makarov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makarov trying to control the position.
Makarov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hlervu manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (2) Hlervu
Makarov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Makarov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB2#
Hlervu is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Makarov rolls with it to try and escape but Hlervu cranks on the arm and Makarov is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 267 Doe vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 14 losses; John Doe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 15 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Gwen Towbar and Chris Downing.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu is trying hard to land a takedown here. Doe sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Hlervu shoots in and gets a takedown into Doe's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Doe (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu postures up.
Doe looking for a sweep. Not yet Doe, not yet.
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.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Doe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Doe escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Hlervu won't allow Doe to sweep him here.
Doe seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Doe has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Doe not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Doe is keeping the position.
Doe being controlled here, momentarily.
Doe is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
Hlervu preventing the sweep. #T3#
Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Doe working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Doe is keeping the position.
Doe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hlervu controls the pace.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Doe wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Doe wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5##SUB#
Doe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hlervu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hlervu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Doe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hlervu controls the pace.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Doe is keeping the position.
Hlervu pushing down on Doe's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T6#
Hlervu prevents Doe from improving his position.
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Doe trying to control from the bottom.
Doe moves into full guard.
Hlervu won't allow Doe to sweep him here. #T7#
Doe looking to control.
Hlervu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T8#
Doe is controlling Hlervu's posture.
Hlervu controlling from the top position.
Let's hope that Hlervu has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T9#
Doe controls Hlervu momentarily but Hlervu frees himself. #T10#
Doe is pulling down on Hlervu's head. It's preventing any offense from Hlervu, at least for the moment.
Hlervu passes Doe's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hlervu passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Doe (0) vs (5) Hlervu
Doe is looking for a sweep.#T11#
Hlervu advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Doe (0) vs (7) Hlervu
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Doe wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T12#
Hlervu pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Doe is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Doe tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T13#
Hlervu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hlervu is looking to take Doe's back but instead Doe gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Doe is pressing down on Hlervu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T14#
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Doe.
Doe pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Doe controls Hlervu momentarily but Hlervu frees himself.
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 7 to 0.
Tendren Hlervu seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SSG 253 Bar vs Ozymandias
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 15 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 22 losses; Scott Hall!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, David Schapiro and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hlervu closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hall quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Hall
Hall is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hlervu jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Hall
Hall is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hlervu in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Hall is trying to control Hlervu's posture but Hlervu avoids it.
Hall manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu trying to mount his opponent but Hall defends it.
Hall is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Hall has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
Hall is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hall knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hall tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hall keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hall tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.#T2#
Hlervu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hall is refusing to be controlled, as Hlervu sits in half guard.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but Hall defending well.
Hall is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Hall controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hall has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
Hall gets full guard.
Hall seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hall is keeping the position for now.
Hall manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hlervu manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Hall#T4##SUB#
Hlervu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hall gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hall tries to free his leg and advance position but Hlervu is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Hlervu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hall doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hall manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hlervu might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hall works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hlervu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hall slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Hall pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now.
Hall showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hall passes Hlervu's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hlervu is looking to improve his position.
#T6#
Hall with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hall looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hall keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hlervu is trying to maintain the position but Hall is very close to passing his half guard.
Hall performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T7#
Hall seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hlervu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hlervu has his hands clasped together around Hall's back. He's all about the action.
Hall is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T8#
Hall wants to take a breather but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hall wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is defending well.
Hall sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hlervu gets back to full guard.
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Hall tries to pass.
Hall is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T9#
Hlervu is pulling down on Hall's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for subs off his back but Hall has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hall content to control rather than advance.
Hall is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Hall pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Hall slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hall looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (2) Hall
Hall seems keen to control Hlervu's posture.
Hall looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlervu is one step ahead there.
Hlervu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T11#
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu passes Hall's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hall moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hall pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Hall manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hlervu manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (4) Hall#T12#
Hall wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.
Hall keeps trying to improve his position.
Hall trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hall stays in close to Hlervu's body and controls the position.
Hlervu pulls Hall in close to prevent any damage.
Hall engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T13#
Hlervu has Hall pulled in close to control his posture.
Hall content to stall in guard here.
Hlervu looking to control.
Hall wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.#T14#
Hall passes into half guard.
Hall trying to control the pace.
Hall's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hall looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hall is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hlervu! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (7) vs (7) Hall
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Hlervu gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 245 Johnson vs McCain
Date: Dec 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 15 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 6 losses; Scott Hill!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hill moves in looking to clinch but Hlervu pushes him off.
Hlervu tries to counter with a takedown but Hill is quick to defend against it.
Hill shoots in and drives through. Hlervu sprawls well.#CL2#
Hill clinches up with Hlervu and pushes him back against the cage.
Hlervu is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hill pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Hlervu drives through with a takedown into Hill's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Hill#SUB2#
Hill looking for subs off his back but Hlervu has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hill trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hill looking for submissions off his back.
Hlervu passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hill! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Hill#T1#
Hlervu prevents Hill from getting the reversal.
Hill is controlling an arm, preventing Hlervu from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hill really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hlervu seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hill is holding on tight.
#T2#
Hlervu prevents Hill from getting the reversal.
Hlervu fails to take his opponent's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu wants to control the pace but Hill is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Hlervu is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Hill has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Hill! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Hill
Hill looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Hill looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (2) Hill#SUB2#
Hill looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Hill is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Hill looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hlervu passes into half guard.
Hlervu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4##SUB#
Hlervu wants to work for an arm triangle but Hill is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Hill looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Hill looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Hlervu pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (10) vs (2) Hill
Hlervu wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Hill to control.
Hill is trying to escape the mount.
Hlervu tries to control but Hill wriggling away.
Hill tries to improve his position but instead Hlervu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (13) vs (2) Hill#T5#
Hill tries to roll but Hlervu sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Hlervu working for the choke. #SUB#
Hill preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Hlervu.
Hlervu controlling well, preventing Hill from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for the choke from the back position but Hill is controlling his hands well.
Hill tries to roll but Hlervu sticks to his back.
Hill trying to control the position but Hlervu manages to sink in the hooks.
Hill can't escape the position.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Hlervu is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Hill defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T6#
Hill can't escape the position.
Hlervu tries to keep control of the position but Hill is staying busy.#SUB#
Hill defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hill tries to escape the position.
Hlervu controls the action.
Hill is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Hill has hold of Hlervu's leg, trying to break free but it's let Hlervu lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Hill is turning an unusual color here he's out! Hlervu throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tendren Hlervu!
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 237 Maximus vs Hlervu
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 12 losses; Alexander Maximus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 14 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Maximus closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Maximus (2) vs (0) Hlervu
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.
Maximus content to control rather than advance.
Hlervu is looking to control Maximus's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hlervu avoid being mounted?
Maximus trying to mount his opponent but Hlervu defends it.
Maximus trying to control from Hlervu's half guard. Hlervu has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maximus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1##SUB2#
Hlervu working for a triangle but Maximus defends it easily.
Maximus is stalling in the full guard.
Maximus wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #T2#
Maximus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
Maximus preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maximus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Maximus pushes down on Hlervu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Maximus works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (5) vs (0) Hlervu#T3#
Maximus controlling from the full mount.
Maximus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hlervu is looking to escape.
Maximus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Maximus'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.
Maximus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hlervu is looking to escape. #T4#
Maximus controlling the position easily from mount.
Maximus fails to move to back control.
Hlervu wants to control but Maximus is having none of it.
Maximus trying to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Maximus is really struggling to control Hlervu but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T5#
Hlervu wants to control but Maximus is having none of it.
Maximus wants to control the pace but Hlervu is squirming around nicely.
Maximus controlling from the full mount. #T6#
Hlervu is looking to improve his position but Maximus isn't that keen on the idea.
Hlervu keeps trying to improve his position.
Maximus trying to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu gets back to half guard.
Maximus uses his free foot to push down on Hlervu's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hlervu. Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (8) vs (0) Hlervu#T7#
Maximus controlling from the full mount.
Maximus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hlervu for as long as he can get away with.
Maximus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hlervu is looking to escape.
Hlervu 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.
Score +3 for taking back: Maximus (11) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu trying to control the position but Maximus manages to sink in the hooks.
Hlervu tries to escape but Maximus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Maximus wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.#T8#
Maximus has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hlervu's body.
Maximus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hlervu is keeping busy.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T9#
Maximus trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Maximus keeps control of the position as Hlervu tries to break free.
Maximus trying to control momentarily.
Maximus keeps control of the position easily here as Hlervu tries to buck him off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maximus tries to keep control of the position but Hlervu is staying busy.#T10#
Maximus just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Maximus is controlling the position but Hlervu somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Maximus content to control rather than advance.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep. Maximus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Maximus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T11#
Hlervu is trying to maintain the position but Maximus is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu won't allow Maximus to pass to mount.
Maximus trying to control the pace.
Hlervu is trying to maintain the position but Maximus is very close to passing his half guard.
Maximus uses his free foot to push down on Hlervu's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hlervu. Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (14) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T12#
Hlervu has given up his back here. Will Maximus look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Maximus (17) vs (0) Hlervu
Maximus not allowing Hlervu to control his hands.
I really don't envy Hlervu right now.
Maximus is looking to control Hlervu but Hlervu is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Hlervu tries to escape but Maximus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
What can Hlervu do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T13#
Hlervu trying to control the hands but Maximus won't let him.
Hlervu breaks Maximus's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (17) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu trying to control but Maximus is working from the bottom.
Hlervu stays in close to Maximus's body and controls the position.
Maximus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Maximus looking for a sweep. Not yet Maximus, not yet.
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maximus is keeping the position for now.
Maximus keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Hlervu advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (17) vs (5) Hlervu
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maximus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hlervu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Maximus takes the fight on points by 17 to 5.
After winning the bout, Alexander Maximus 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:
SSG 232 Elvul vs Solo
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 12 losses; Alexander Maximus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 13 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Alyssa Summers and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Maximus scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Maximus (4) vs (0) Hlervu
Maximus staying calm.
Maximus tries to advance to mount but Hlervu denies him.
Hlervu seems a little lost for a moment, as Maximus dominates the positioning.
Maximus tries to advance to mount but Hlervu denies him.
Maximus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hlervu keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus staying calm.#T1#
Hlervu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Maximus trying to control the position but Hlervu is working away.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maximus wants to control but Hlervu is keeping him busy.
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Maximus is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Maximus is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hlervu will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Maximus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hlervu keeps working.
Maximus is really struggling to control Hlervu but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Hlervu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Maximus wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Maximus tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Maximus taking a breather here.
Maximus trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hlervu stops Maximus from passing to mount. #T4#
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Maximus controlling from side mount.
You can see the frustration on Hlervu's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hlervu sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Maximus is controlling the pace.
#T5#
Hlervu has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Maximus is working away from the top position though.
Maximus tries to pass to full mount but Hlervu defends it.
Hlervu is staying active underneath Maximus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Maximus trying to mount his opponent but Hlervu defends it.
Maximus trying to control the pace.
Hlervu tries to get to full guard but Maximus has control of the leg. #T6#
Hlervu makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hlervu.
Maximus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hlervu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Maximus preventing the sweep.
Hlervu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Maximus manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (4) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu 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.
Maximus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T7#
Maximus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Maximus working a defensive guard but Hlervu manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (4) vs (5) Hlervu
Maximus is not content to let Hlervu control the position. #T8#
Maximus is looking for a sweep.
Maximus sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hlervu passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (4) vs (8) Hlervu
Maximus is in all sorts of trouble here.
Maximus is working hard here to advance position.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now.
Maximus tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T9#
Maximus 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.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now.
Maximus reaches up to try and control the position but Hlervu seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Maximus rolls and tries to escape and now Hlervu has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Maximus (4) vs (11) Hlervu
Hlervu biding his time, controlling Maximus.
Hlervu avoiding Maximus 's attempts to control his hands. #T10#
Maximus holding both Hlervu 's hands and preventing any damage.
Hlervu controlling well, preventing Maximus from escaping the position.
Maximus looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hlervu.
#SUB2#
Hlervu is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Maximus tries to escape the position.
#T11#
Maximus trying to control the action but Hlervu just sinks the hooks in.
Maximus breaks Hlervu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (6) vs (11) Hlervu#T12#
Maximus seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Maximus trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maximus tries to free his leg and advance position but Hlervu is retaining full guard.
Maximus is stalling in the full guard.
Maximus passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (9) vs (11) Hlervu#T13#
Hlervu is trying to control Maximus's posture but Maximus avoids it.
Maximus has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Maximus (11) vs (11) Hlervu
Hlervu wants to hold on but Maximus pushes him away.
Hlervu slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Maximus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Maximus'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.#T14#
Further stalling from Maximus.
Maximus wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is defending well. #SUB#
Maximus is looking for a kimura here.
Maximus trying to control from half guard but Hlervu is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Maximus is heads and Hlervu is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Maximus takes the fight on points by 12 to 11.
Alexander Maximus took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Silverback Sweatshop for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
SSG 218 Helvig vs McCain
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Harry Kane! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 13 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Dillan Fox and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hlervu gets tackled into the cage by Kane. Kane maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Hlervu works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kane (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kane seems keen to control Hlervu's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kane has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kane continues to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kane is keeping the position for now.
Kane pulls Hlervu in to control the position.
Kane is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up.
Kane is adopting a defensive guard.
Hlervu stays in close to Kane's body and controls the position.
Kane is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
#T2#
Kane wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hlervu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kane is pulling down on Hlervu's head. It's preventing any offense from Hlervu, at least for the moment.#T3#
Hlervu looking to sit in guard and control but Kane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kane (2) vs (2) Hlervu
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hlervu working a defensive guard here.
Kane passes Hlervu's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kane with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kane is trying to control the action in half guard but Hlervu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Hlervu gets back to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kane (2) vs (4) Hlervu
Kane looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Kane has his foot on Hlervu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hlervu works his way back into a safe position though.
Kane wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kane not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5#
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kane has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kane is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kane holds on and takes a little breather.
Kane trying to keep a closed guard but Hlervu is proving a slippery customer.
#T6#
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kane trying to control the position.
Kane wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hlervu is now in half guard.
Well, if Hlervu 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.
#SUB#
Kane actively working from the bottom here.
We've been hearing good reports from Kane's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T7#
The fighters are battling for position here. Kane manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kane pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Kane working a defensive guard here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kane holds on and takes a little breather.
More hug and hope from Kane.
Hlervu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Kane managing to control the position.
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Kane controlling Hlervu's posture. #T9#
Kane is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up.
Kane is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kane wants to control the position but Hlervu says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T10#
Kane is looking to get back to full guard here but Hlervu has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Kane (2) vs (7) Hlervu
Hlervu working away.
Kane is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hlervu working away.#T11#
Kane tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position.
Kane is working hard here to advance position.
Hlervu tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kane's legs.
Hlervu advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kane (2) vs (9) Hlervu
Kane holds on for dear life.
Kane is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.#T12#
Kane tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu controlling his opponent.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Kane to control.
Hlervu pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Kane is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kane is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Kane tries to improve his position but instead Hlervu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kane (2) vs (12) Hlervu#T13#
Kane tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Hlervu working for a choke but Kane is defending well.
Kane trying to control the position but Hlervu manages to sink in the hooks.
Hlervu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hlervu has the hooks in. Kane is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T14#
Kane trying to control the action but Hlervu just sinks the hooks in.
Hlervu is trying to stick to Kane's back but Kane is turning into Hlervu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hlervu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kane. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kane (4) vs (12) Hlervu
Kane trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Kane passes Hlervu's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kane is trying to work for a kimura but Hlervu is defending well.
Hlervu trying to get back to full guard but Kane takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kane (7) vs (12) Hlervu
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 12 to 7.
An out of breath Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 210 Kersikov vs Ibrahim
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 12 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Aleksandr Pushkin!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Felipe Paraventi and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hlervu drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hlervu (4) vs (0) Pushkin
Pushkin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hlervu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pushkin wants to control but Hlervu postures up.#SUB#
Hlervu is trying to get an arm triangle but Pushkin is defending well.
Pushkin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hlervu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu has control of an arm but Pushkin manages to advance to Hlervu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (4) vs (4) Pushkin
Pushkin keeps control of the position as Hlervu tries to break free.
Hlervu looking very determined here, making life difficult for Pushkin.
#T1#
Pushkin biding his time, controlling Hlervu.
Pushkin is trying to stick to Hlervu's back but Hlervu is turning into Pushkin. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Pushkin's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hlervu. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (6) vs (4) Pushkin
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pushkin is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up. #SUB2#
Pushkin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.
Pushkin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Pushkin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
Pushkin keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pushkin trying to keep a closed guard but Hlervu is proving a slippery customer.
Hlervu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Pushkin has an active guard here but Hlervu has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3#
Pushkin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pushkin keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass. #SUB2#
Pushkin has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Hlervu should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Pushkin has tightened it up now! Hlervu should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aleksandr Pushkin!
Aleksandr Pushkin thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 198 Hlervu vs Bar
Date: Sep 10, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 11 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 19 losses; Wilhelm Bar!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, William Peck and Elvis Blanc.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Bar closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hlervu did well to prevent Bar getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Bar
Bar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu is staying active underneath Bar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bar stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
Hlervu won't allow Bar to pass to mount. #SUB#
Hlervu actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Hlervu tries to get to full guard but Bar has control of the leg. #SUB#
Hlervu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bar pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Hlervu actively working from the bottom here.
Bar prevents Hlervu from improving his position.
Hlervu won't allow Bar to pass to mount. #T3##SUB#
Hlervu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bar pulls his head out easily.
Hlervu tries to roll over but Bar keeps him under control.
Bar is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Hlervu with the active half guard here but Bar passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (5) Bar#T4#
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
Hlervu is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bar trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hlervu sneaks back into half guard.#T5##SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hlervu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bar pulls his head out easily.
Bar seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T6#
Bar is looking to advance position but Hlervu won't allow it.
Bar is controlling the pace.
Bar is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T7##SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hlervu is staying active underneath Bar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bar prevents Hlervu from improving his position.
Hlervu won't allow Bar to pass to mount. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
Bar trying to control the pace. #T8#
Hlervu wants to improve his position but Bar is controlling well.
#SUB#
Hlervu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bar pulls his head out easily. #T9#
Bar is looking to pass Hlervu's guard but actually Hlervu recovers to full guard.
Bar passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (8) Bar
Bar content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Bar gets to mount! Hlervu was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (0) vs (10) Bar#T10#
Bar controlling the pace for now.
Hlervu can't escape the position.
Hlervu 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.#T11#
Hlervu tries to roll over but Bar keeps him under control.
Hlervu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bar's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Hlervu throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bar uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (13) Bar
Hlervu is looking to reverse the position.
Bar is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T12#
Hlervu being controlled for a moment.
Hlervu tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Bar presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (0) vs (15) Bar#T13#
Bar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hlervu working to try and regain half guard.
Bar sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Hlervu tries to improve his position but Bar has taken his back! Bar has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Hlervu tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Bar pushes Hlervu away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wilhelm Bar! |
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Event:
SSG 191 Chai vs Kyng
Date: Aug 27, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 14 losses; Jacques Chancel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 11 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, David Schapiro and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Chancel gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chancel (0) vs (2) Hlervu#SUB#
Chancel looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Chancel is keeping the position.
Chancel bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hlervu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chancel (2) vs (2) Hlervu#SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a triangle but Chancel pushes his legs off easily.
Hlervu being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chancel wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Hlervu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chancel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chancel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Hlervu has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chancel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chancel trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hlervu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chancel defends it easily.
Hlervu 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.
Chancel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Chancel is pushing down on Hlervu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hlervu is fighting to maintain full guard but Chancel has managed to sneak the leg through.
Chancel is keen to just control but Hlervu is a slippery customer.
Chancel not doing much here.
Hlervu regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Hlervu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a triangle but Chancel pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chancel trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine here but Chancel defends easily.
#T3#
Chancel stopping the sweep attempt from Hlervu.
We've been hearing good reports from Chancel's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Chancel works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chancel seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hlervu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chancel moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chancel (5) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu is looking to regain half guard here but Chancel keeps moving and retains side control.
Chancel tries to move to mount but Hlervu blocks the move with his legs.
Hlervu is not content to let Chancel control the position.
Chancel content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T4#
Hlervu is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Chancel looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Chancel is just content to waste time from the top position. Hlervu takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu looking for a triangle here. Chancel is fighting it but it looks tight! Hlervu pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Chancel is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tendren Hlervu!
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 182 Beat The Man 7
Date: Aug 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 10 losses; Roddy Banner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 10 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Jorge Garcia and John Roberts.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Banner pinned against the cage. Banner gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Banner shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hlervu napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Banner (4) vs (0) Hlervu
Banner advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Banner (6) vs (0) Hlervu#SUB#
Banner goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Banner (6) vs (2) Hlervu
Banner wants to sweep but no luck.
Banner is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Banner is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Banner had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.
Banner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlervu is one step ahead there. #T1#
Banner being controlled here, momentarily.
Banner is looking to sweep but instead, Hlervu has passed into half guard.
Banner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Banner is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu prevents Banner from improving his position.
Banner's coaches at K.O MMA 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.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Banner is defending well.
Banner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Banner knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Banner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Banner trying to hold on to Hlervu's head to control him but Hlervu postures up.
Banner wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Banner moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Banner had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.#T4#
Hlervu advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Banner (6) vs (5) Hlervu
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but Banner denies him.
Banner tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Banner manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hlervu's best efforts.
Banner tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Banner trying to control but Hlervu postures up.
#T5#
Banner is looking to improve his position.
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Banner tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T6#
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Banner knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hlervu trying to control the pace.
Hlervu wants to pass to mount but Banner is defending the position.
Banner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Banner regains full guard. Nicely done. #T7##SUB#
Banner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hlervu is stalling in the full guard.
Banner wants to sweep but no luck.
Hlervu trying to control but Banner is working from the bottom.
Banner trying to control the position.
Banner looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T8#
Banner is controlling Hlervu's posture.
Hlervu is pushing down on Banner's leg trying to pass to half guard. Banner is fighting to maintain full guard but Hlervu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hlervu controlling the pace.
Banner is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Banner manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hlervu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Banner is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Banner 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.#T9#
Banner trying to keep a closed guard but Hlervu is proving a slippery customer.
Hlervu trying to control but Banner is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Banner looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Banner.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Banner swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Banner looking for a sweep. Not yet Banner, not yet.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Banner is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Banner has an active guard here but Hlervu has managed to pass into half guard.
Banner trying to hold on to Hlervu's head to control him but Hlervu postures up.
Banner is looking to improve his position.
#T11#
Banner won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Banner is pressing down on Hlervu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Banner is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hlervu is aware though and is defending well.
Hlervu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Banner's guard.
Banner wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
#T12#
Hlervu prevents Banner from improving his position.
Banner moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Banner wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Banner wants to improve his position but instead Hlervu has moved into half guard.
Hlervu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T13##SUB2#
Hlervu seems to be working for a kimura but Banner defends the submission attempt.
Banner wants to get back to full guard.
Hlervu passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Banner! Score +3 for passing guard: Banner (6) vs (8) Hlervu
Banner is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.#T14#
Hlervu controlling his opponent.
Hlervu looking to control but Banner is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu wants to take Banner's back here but Banner is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Banner bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Banner (8) vs (8) Hlervu
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Banner wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.
Banner content to stall in guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Banner gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Banner takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Roddy Banner retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Roddy Banner, 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:
SSG 173 Beat The Man 6
Date: Jul 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 10 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; CJ Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Bruno Lombardi and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Robinson looking to score a takedown here. Hlervu is defending well but Robinson drives through and ends up in Hlervu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Robinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hlervu controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself. #SUB#
Hlervu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Hlervu has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Robinson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #T1#
Robinson content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Robinson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hlervu dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (2) Robinson#SUB2#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Hlervu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3##SUB2#
Robinson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hlervu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hlervu preventing the sweep.
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlervu is one step ahead there.
Hlervu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Robinson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hlervu has picked Robinson up and slammed him! Robinson can't keep hold of the triangle and Hlervu manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Robinson#T5#
Hlervu passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Robinson! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (7) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson is working to get back to half guard.
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson has given up his back. Will we see Hlervu going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (10) vs (2) Robinson
Hlervu controlling the position well here. Robinson rolled but Hlervu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T6##SUB#
Hlervu looking for the choke from the back.
Hlervu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Hlervu keeps control of the position as Robinson tries to break free.
#T7#
Robinson keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hlervu controlling the positon.#T8#
Robinson is really stuck here.
Robinson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Hlervu is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Robinson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Robinson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T9#
Robinson just trying to survive but Hlervu is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hlervu has the hooks in. Robinson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Robinson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hlervu trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T10#
Robinson turns into Hlervu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (10) vs (4) Robinson
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (12) vs (4) Robinson
Hlervu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T11##SUB2#
Robinson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hlervu has picked Robinson up and slammed him! Robinson can't keep hold of the triangle and Hlervu manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (15) vs (4) Robinson
Robinson tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hlervu presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (17) vs (4) Robinson
Robinson can't escape the position.
Robinson has given up his back here. Will Hlervu look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (20) vs (4) Robinson
Hlervu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Robinson doesn't escape. #T12#
Robinson wants to control his opponent's hands but Hlervu gets his hands free.
Hlervu controlling the position well here. Robinson rolled but Hlervu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hlervu'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.#T13#
Hlervu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hlervu trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T14#
Robinson is holding onto Hlervu's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Robinson trying to control but not successfully.
Robinson can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Hlervu patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 20 to 4.
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 171 Hlervu vs Standish
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 10 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 0 losses; Niles Standish!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Alec Ball and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice takedown defense from Standish. No joy for Hlervu on that attempt.
Hlervu shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Standish pinned against the cage. Standish gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hlervu shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tendren Hlervu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Standish tries to clinch but Hlervu is having none of it. #TD2#
Standish 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Standish
Standish trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hlervu working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Standish has passed into half guard!
Standish is pressing down on Hlervu's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hlervu is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Standish is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Hlervu is doing well to control the position and prevent Standish from advancing to side control.
Standish wants to pass to mount but Hlervu is defending the position.
Standish moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (5) Standish
Standish moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T2#
Standish trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hlervu is trying to control Standish's posture but Standish avoids it.
Hlervu gets back to half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Standish seems to be looking for submissions.
Hlervu is staying active underneath Standish, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Standish trying to advance position but Hlervu counters by regaining guard. #SUB#
Hlervu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Standish must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Standish wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #T4##SUB#
Hlervu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Standish 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.
Hlervu has control of Standish's left arm, preventing Standish from doing any damage.
Standish preventing the sweep.
Standish looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (5) Standish#T5#
Standish 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.
Hlervu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Standish wants to control but Hlervu passes easily into half guard.
Standish is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Standish avoid being mounted?#T6#
The fighters are battling for position here. Standish manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Standish manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hlervu manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (7) Standish
Standish controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Hlervu working for submissions but it's allowed Standish to get to half guard.
#T7#
Standish wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hlervu keeps working.
Hlervu trying to get back to full guard but Standish takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (2) vs (10) Standish
Standish trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hlervu has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Standish's lack of action.
#T8#
Standish trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Standish not doing much here.
Hlervu has his hands clasped together around Standish's back. He's all about the action.
Standish seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hlervu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T9#
Standish wants to advance to full mount but Hlervu doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Standish wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
Standish stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hlervu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu is looking to sweep but instead, Standish has passed into half guard.
#T10#
Hlervu is looking for a sweep. Standish is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Hlervu is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Standish is tapping! Great win for Hlervu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tendren Hlervu!
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 159 Hlervu vs Schaubi
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 9 losses; Abu Schaubi!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Chad Campbell and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Schaubi swivels and escapes.
Hlervu shoots and misses #CL2#
and Schaubi counters by clinching up.
Hlervu is working for takedown but Schaubi is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tendren Hlervu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schaubi prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hlervu has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Schaubi after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Schaubi pulls guard.
Hlervu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schaubi is adopting a defensive guard.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Schaubi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schaubi wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Schaubi pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Hlervu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Schaubi 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.
Hlervu controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Schaubi keeps moving.
Schaubi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Hlervu passes Schaubi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hlervu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Schaubi trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu is stalling here. Schaubi is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Hlervu seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Schaubi has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (0) vs (4) Schaubi#T4#
Hlervu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Schaubi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Who's going to make the next move?
Schaubi is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Schaubi working away.
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.#T5#
Hlervu is trying to improve his position.
Hlervu is trying to control Schaubi's posture but Schaubi avoids it.
Hlervu tries to improve position but can't.
Schaubi is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hlervu will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T6#
Hlervu struggling a bit here.
Hlervu is trying to work for a sweep but Schaubi has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (0) vs (6) Schaubi
Schaubi controlling the pace for now.
Schaubi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T7#
Hlervu is squirming around, avoiding Schaubi's attempts to control the action.
Hlervu wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (0) vs (9) Schaubi
Hlervu wants to escape the position.
#T8#
Schaubi gets his hands free as Hlervu looks to control.
Hlervu rolls, trying to escape but Schaubi keeps control of the position.
Hlervu is working hard here to advance position.
Schaubi doesn't have the hooks in and Hlervu manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (9) Schaubi
Hlervu is fighting to break Schaubi's control of his arms but Schaubi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T9#
Hlervu is looking to pass into half guard but Schaubi pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Schaubi is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (11) Schaubi
Schaubi's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T10#
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Schaubi tries to pass.
Hlervu has Schaubi pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine here but Schaubi defends easily.
#T11#
Schaubi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now.
Schaubi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T12##SUB#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine here but Schaubi defends easily.
Hlervu wants to control but Schaubi passes easily into half guard.
#T13#
Hlervu trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (2) vs (14) Schaubi
Schaubi controlling from the full mount.
Hlervu wants to control but Schaubi is having none of it.
Hlervu stops Schaubi from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T14#
Schaubi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hlervu is looking to escape.
Hlervu reaches up to try and control the position but Schaubi seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Hlervu rolls and tries to escape and now Schaubi has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (2) vs (17) Schaubi
Hlervu rolls, trying to escape but Schaubi keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu prevents Schaubi from getting a body triangle.
Hlervu trying to control the position but Schaubi manages to sink in the hooks.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schaubi wins on points by 17 to 2.
Abu Schaubi made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'G-g-g-g-gadOOSHED him through a glass door, b'. |
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Event:
SSG 153 Hlervu vs Thumb
Date: Jun 04, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 9 losses; Thom Thumb!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Chad Campbell and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hlervu is defended easily by Thumb.#TD#
Hlervu manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Thumb on his heels. He'll look to pass Thumb's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Thumb
Thumb wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Thumb looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hlervu preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thumb wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Thumb 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.
Hlervu looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Thumb wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hlervu postures up.
Thumb keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Thumb looking to control.
Thumb tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Hlervu passes Thumb's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Thumb gets full guard.
Thumb working a defensive guard but Hlervu manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Thumb
Hlervu staying calm.
Thumb struggling a bit here.
Thumb prevents Hlervu from moving into mount. #T3#
Thumb tries to buck Hlervu off but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu trying to control the position but Thumb is working away.
Thumb is trying to control Hlervu's posture but Hlervu avoids it.
Hlervu wants to control but Thumb is keeping him busy.
Thumb is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Thumb can't do much from the bottom here.
Thumb is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
Hlervu has knee on belly momentarily but Thumb bucks him off and regains half guard.
Thumb keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Thumb is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T5#
Thumb keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Thumb trying to hold on to Hlervu's head to control him but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Thumb preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T6#
Hlervu slows the pace down in half guard.
Thumb is trying to get back to full guard.
Thumb desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Thumb is trying to get back to full guard.#T7#
Hlervu is thwarting Thumb's attempts to control the position.
Thumb wants to get back to full guard.
Hlervu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hlervu is thwarting Thumb's attempts to control the position.
Hlervu content to control rather than advance. #T8#
Thumb is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thumb avoid being mounted?
Thumb is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Thumb won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Thumb is looking to improve his position.
#T9#
Thumb gets back to full guard.
Hlervu forces his way into half guard.
Thumb wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Thumb tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Thumb is trying is best to control the position here.
Hlervu is thwarting Thumb's attempts to control the position.#T10#
Hlervu trying to control from Thumb's half guard. Thumb has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Thumb looking for a sweep. Not yet Thumb, not yet.
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hlervu passes Thumb's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hlervu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Thumb wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
#T11#
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Thumb wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Thumb wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Hlervu is pressing down on Thumb's thigh, looking to free his foot. Thumb is holding on for now.
Hlervu not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T12#
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thumb knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Thumb is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu prevents Thumb from improving his position.
Hlervu passes into side control, despite Thumb's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Thumb
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. #T13#
Hlervu'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.
Thumb can't do much from the bottom here.
Thumb tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thumb can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here as Hlervu stalls from top position.#T14#
Thumb is looking to regain half guard here but Hlervu keeps moving and retains side control.
Thumb can't do much from the bottom here.
Thumb tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thumb is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
Thumb tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 147 Hlervu vs Chai
Date: May 21, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Stsyapan Chai!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Jorge Garcia and Anthony Taglia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Hlervu has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Chai regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Chai
Hlervu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chai controlling the position.
Chai looking to control.
Chai can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hlervu controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB2#
Hlervu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chai has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hlervu has managed to get both his arms back between Chai's legs - danger averted.
Hlervu preventing the sweep.
Chai looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hlervu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T2#
Chai slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Chai wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Hlervu is stalling in the full guard.
Hlervu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Chai#T3#
Hlervu is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Hlervu passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Chai! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (7) vs (0) Chai
Chai controls the position.
Chai is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Chai is working to get back to half guard.
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hlervu controlling his opponent.
Hlervu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T5#
Chai wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu prevents Chai from getting the reversal.
Chai wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu controlling his opponent. #T6#
Chai is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T7#
Hlervu tries to control but Chai wriggling away.
Chai keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Hlervu working for a guillotine from mount but Chai is in no mood to give up.
Chai tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away. #T8#
Chai is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T9#
Chai is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.
Chai regains half guard.
Chai tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Chai is pressing down on Hlervu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hlervu postures up.
#T10#
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hlervu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Chai looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hlervu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Chai wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
#T11##SUB2#
Chai is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hlervu pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Chai with the active half guard here but Hlervu passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (10) vs (0) Chai
Chai stops Hlervu from passing to mount.
Hlervu controls the position.#T12#
Chai looks to move to half guard but instead Hlervu has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (12) vs (0) Chai
Chai tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlervu controlling from mount.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hlervu.#T13#
Chai really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chai is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T14#
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Chai is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu controlling from the full mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Tendren Hlervu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 141 Barnes vs Chai
Date: May 07, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; George Manning!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Alexandre Firmino and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Manning tries to sprawl but Hlervu drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Manning
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
Manning is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manning is holding on to half guard well.#T1#
Manning is trying to control but can't.
Manning is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Manning is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Manning avoid being mounted?
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hlervu is working hard here to advance position.
Hlervu content to control rather than advance. #T2#
Hlervu wants to pass to mount but Manning is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manning trying to get back to full guard but Hlervu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Manning
Manning keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hlervu content just to control the position here. #T3#
Manning can't escape the position.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Manning to control.
Manning is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Hlervu has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Manning is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated George Manning had this to say: 'Sorry my hands are just slippery.'. |
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Event:
SSG 139 Hlervu vs Maximus
Date: Apr 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Alexander Maximus!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Yves DeLean and Steve Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hlervu drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Maximus
Maximus keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Maximus managing to control the position.
Maximus looking for a sweep. Not yet Maximus, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Maximus seems keen to control Hlervu's posture.
Hlervu controlling from the top position.
Maximus pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Maximus has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hlervu has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Maximus
Maximus tries to buck Hlervu off but Hlervu is having none of it.
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.
Maximus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hlervu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Maximus is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Hlervu is trying to work for a kimura but Maximus is defending well.
#T3#
Hlervu has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Maximus
Maximus wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Maximus is looking to get to half guard.
Maximus tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.#T4#
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Maximus is looking to get to half guard.
Maximus tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Maximus is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Maximus regains half guard.
Maximus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.#T5#
Hlervu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Maximus won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Maximus keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hlervu is trying to control. Maximus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6##SUB#
Maximus is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Hlervu has latched onto it... Big trouble! Hlervu pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Maximus is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Hlervu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
Our winner, Tendren Hlervu, 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:
SSG 134 Barnes vs Hlervu
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Freddy Barnes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Hlervu gets caught flat footed, as Barnes shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Barnes (2) vs (0) Hlervu
We've been hearing good reports from Barnes's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Barnes drops back looking for a leg! Hlervu is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hlervu manages to kick Barnes off! Barnes jumps back into Hlervu's guard. #SUB#
Barnes 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.
Hlervu controls Barnes momentarily but Barnes frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass. #T1#
Barnes trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Barnes tries to free his leg and advance position but Hlervu is retaining full guard.
Barnes slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (5) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Hlervu stops Barnes from passing to mount. #T2##SUB#
Barnes goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hlervu has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Barnes but great work by Hlervu. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Barnes (5) vs (4) Hlervu
Barnes is looking for a sweep.
Barnes is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hlervu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Barnes is looking to improve his position.
Barnes is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Hlervu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Barnes trying to control from the bottom.
Barnes slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Barnes bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hlervu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (7) vs (4) Hlervu
Barnes looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (7) vs (6) Hlervu#T4#
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barnes 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#
Barnes looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Barnes.
Hlervu pushes down on Barnes's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hlervu prevents Barnes from improving his position.#T5#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hlervu in particular looking to stall.
Hlervu is thwarting Barnes's attempts to control the position.
Barnes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6#
Barnes regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hlervu trying to control but Barnes is working from the bottom.
Barnes 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#
Barnes has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hlervu 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 Barnes. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (7) vs (9) Hlervu
Hlervu content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Barnes is trying to get back to half guard.#T7#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barnes regains half guard.
Barnes is trying to get back to full guard.
Barnes trying to control from the bottom.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Barnes is defending well.
Hlervu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Barnes is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hlervu jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (7) vs (12) Hlervu#T8#
Barnes is looking for a sweep.
Barnes regains half guard.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Barnes regains full guard. Nicely done. #T9#
Hlervu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Barnes looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Barnes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hlervu's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T10##SUB#
Barnes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hlervu pushes down on Barnes's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hlervu works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (7) vs (15) Hlervu
Barnes tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T11#
Hlervu controlling the pace for now.
Barnes 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.#SUB#
Barnes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Barnes tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T12#
Barnes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hlervu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Barnes slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Barnes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hlervu defends well.
Barnes controls Hlervu momentarily but Hlervu frees himself. #SUB#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hlervu content to stall in guard here. #T13##SUB#
Barnes looking for subs off his back but Hlervu has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hlervu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Barnes is trying to get back to full guard.#T14#
Hlervu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Barnes moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Barnes can't keep his opponent in guard - Hlervu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hlervu in particular looking to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 15 to 7.
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 130 Schaubi vs Hlervu
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 7 losses; Abu Schaubi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hlervu gets tackled into the cage by Schaubi. Schaubi maintains the clinch. #TD#
Schaubi drags the fight down to the ground.
Schaubi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schaubi managing to control the position.
Hlervu trying to control but Schaubi is working from the bottom.
Schaubi pulls Hlervu in close to his closed guard and prevents Hlervu from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu is looking to pass into half guard but Schaubi pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Schaubi is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schaubi (2) vs (0) Hlervu#T1#
Schaubi forces his way into half guard.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hlervu is controlling Schaubi's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Schaubi is controlling the pace.
#T2##SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
Schaubi content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Hlervu keeping control of the position.
Schaubi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Schaubi'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.
Hlervu manages to get to full guard.
#T5#
Schaubi trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Schaubi 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 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.
Schaubi is fighting to break Hlervu's control of his arms but Hlervu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hlervu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T6#
Schaubi stays in close to Hlervu's body and controls the position.
Hlervu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hlervu has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Schaubi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T7##SUB2#
Hlervu has his foot on Schaubi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Schaubi works his way back into a safe position though.
Hlervu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schaubi (2) vs (2) Hlervu
Schaubi is controlling Hlervu's trapped leg to prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Schaubi is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schaubi avoid being mounted?
Hlervu is pressing down on Schaubi's thigh, looking to free his foot. Schaubi is holding on for now.
Hlervu is looking to stall here but Schaubi recovers full guard.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Schaubi is keeping the position.#T9#
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Schaubi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hlervu postures up.
#T10#
Schaubi is controlling Hlervu's posture.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Schaubi is retaining full guard.
Hlervu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Schaubi manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schaubi (4) vs (2) Hlervu#T11#
Schaubi won't allow Hlervu to sweep him here.
Schaubi stays in close to Hlervu's body and controls the position.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck.
Schaubi 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.
Schaubi tries to free his leg and advance position but Hlervu is retaining full guard. #T12#
Schaubi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Schaubi looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Schaubi is defending well. Hlervu quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Schaubi has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Hlervu celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
During a confident post fight interview, Tendren Hlervu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Abu Schaubi spoke after the fight, saying 'Gawld dawg'. |
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Event:
SSG 126 Hlervu vs Rhodeo
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 11 losses; Dusty Rhodeo!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, John Roberts and Jorge Garcia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hlervu darts in looking for a takedown but Rhodeo gets double underhooks and turns Hlervu into the cage. #TD2#
Rhodeo manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hlervu content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Rhodeo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hlervu passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (3) vs (0) Rhodeo
Hlervu working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhodeo is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hlervu is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Rhodeo#SUB#
Hlervu looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T1#
Rhodeo tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Rhodeo can't escape the position.
Rhodeo tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.
Rhodeo is looking to get to half guard.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rhodeo tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.
Rhodeo is trying to escape the mount.
#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rhodeo is still trying to improve position.
Rhodeo tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rhodeo is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Rhodeo tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rhodeo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rhodeo wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Rhodeo is trying to escape the mount.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rhodeo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rhodeo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T4#
Hlervu trying to control the pace.
Rhodeo moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rhodeo controlling the position.#SUB2#
Rhodeo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hlervu passes into half guard.
Hlervu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Rhodeo
Rhodeo tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hlervu presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (10) vs (0) Rhodeo#T5#
Rhodeo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Rhodeo to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
Rhodeo is looking to get to half guard.#T6#
Rhodeo wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Rhodeo is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Hlervu is staying active.
Rhodeo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rhodeo tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Rhodeo trying to get back to full guard but Hlervu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (13) vs (0) Rhodeo
Rhodeo is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T7#
Rhodeo tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Rhodeo is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rhodeo wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Rhodeo is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.#T8##SUB#
Rhodeo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Hlervu.
Rhodeo is working to get back to half guard.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Rhodeo to control.#T9##SUB#
Hlervu goes for an armbar but he's not got it Rhodeo turns into him and now he's in Hlervu's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (13) vs (2) Rhodeo
Hlervu controlling the position.
Rhodeo trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Rhodeo has gone for a leg lock! Hlervu slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rhodeo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (15) vs (2) Rhodeo#SUB2#
Rhodeo working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hlervu has passed into half guard!
#T10#
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hlervu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rhodeo for as long as he can get away with.
Hlervu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rhodeo trying to control here.
Rhodeo moves into full guard.
#T11##SUB2#
Rhodeo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.
Hlervu sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hlervu defends well.#SUB2#
Rhodeo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hlervu has picked Rhodeo up and slammed him! Rhodeo can't keep hold of the triangle and Hlervu manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (18) vs (2) Rhodeo
Rhodeo tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position. #T12#
Rhodeo struggling a bit here.
Rhodeo is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Rhodeo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rhodeo tries to control but Hlervu manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (21) vs (2) Rhodeo#SUB#
Hlervu working for a choke but Rhodeo is defending well.
Hlervu keeps control of the position easily here as Rhodeo tries to buck him off.
#T13#
Rhodeo tries to break free.
Rhodeo wants to control his opponent's hands but Hlervu gets his hands free.
Rhodeo tries to roll but Hlervu sticks to his back.
Rhodeo looks winded!#SUB#
Hlervu is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Hlervu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Rhodeo doesn't escape.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hlervu.#T14##SUB#
Hlervu is working for a rear naked choke. Rhodeo is not defending it well and Hlervu has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Rhodeo refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Rhodeo's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tendren Hlervu!
An out of breath Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 123 Laulhere vs Hlervu
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Henri Laulhere!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Bruno Lombardi and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hlervu gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hlervu (4) vs (0) Laulhere
Laulhere can't do much from the bottom here.
Laulhere is looking to reverse the position.
Laulhere manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Laulhere tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Well, if Hlervu 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laulhere is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
Laulhere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Laulhere trying to control from the bottom.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but Laulhere defending well.
Laulhere trying to control from the bottom.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Laulhere is defending well.
Laulhere controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Laulhere has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T2#
Laulhere is trying to get back to full guard.
Laulhere has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
Laulhere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Laulhere is trying to control but Hlervu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (7) vs (0) Laulhere
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Laulhere is looking to get to half guard.
Hlervu controlling from the full mount.
Laulhere is trying desperately to improve position.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Laulhere really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
Hlervu'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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Laulhere is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Laulhere 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.
Laulhere wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Hlervu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (10) vs (0) Laulhere#T5#
Hlervu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Laulhere will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Laulhere is looking for a sweep.
Laulhere prevents Hlervu from moving into mount.
Laulhere tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlervu just content to control the position.
Laulhere tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hlervu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T6#
Hlervu controls the position from side control.
Laulhere wants to control but Hlervu postures up.
Laulhere might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hlervu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hlervu taking a breather here.
Laulhere trying to control but Hlervu flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (13) vs (0) Laulhere#T7#
What can Laulhere do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Laulhere wants to control his opponent's hands but Hlervu gets his hands free.
Laulhere can't escape the position.
Hlervu really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Laulhere.#T8#
Laulhere just trying to survive but Hlervu is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for the RNC.
Good control from Hlervu.#SUB#
Laulhere is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Hlervu gets his way!
Hlervu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T9#
Laulhere manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hlervu's guard. Nice work there by Laulhere.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (13) vs (2) Laulhere
Laulhere trying to move into half guard but instead Hlervu has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (15) vs (2) Laulhere
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Laulhere looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hlervu controls from within his opponent's guard. #T10#
Hlervu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Laulhere has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T11#
Laulhere 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.
Hlervu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Laulhere is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hlervu defends well.
Laulhere is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu won't allow Laulhere to sweep him here. #T12#
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laulhere swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu advances to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hlervu in particular looking to stall.
Laulhere wants to sweep but Hlervu has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (18) vs (2) Laulhere
Laulhere is trying to work for a sweep but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (20) vs (2) Laulhere
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hlervu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Laulhere for as long as he can get away with.#T13#
Hlervu prevents Laulhere from getting the reversal.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now.
Laulhere regains half guard.
Laulhere is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Laulhere avoid being mounted?
Laulhere won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Laulhere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T14#
Laulhere wants to get back to full guard but Hlervu has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (23) vs (2) Laulhere
Hlervu is staying tight to Laulhere's torso, preventing him from escaping.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hlervu.
Laulhere tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu working away.
Laulhere is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 23 to 2.
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
SSG 116 Waterman vs Hlervu
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 9 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 3 losses; Henry Waterman!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Thiago Cunha and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hlervu throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Waterman tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hlervu is in Waterman's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Waterman#SUB2#
Waterman is looking for a triangle but Hlervu pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Waterman working for a triangle but Hlervu defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Waterman looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hlervu has picked Waterman up and slammed him! Waterman can't keep hold of the triangle and Hlervu manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Waterman
Waterman tries to buck Hlervu off but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Waterman's shoulder. That is not cool.
Waterman is looking to regain half guard here but Hlervu keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waterman gets back to half guard.
Waterman is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SUB2#
Waterman actively working from the bottom here.
Hlervu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hlervu wants to pass to mount but Waterman is defending the position.
Waterman tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Hlervu is controlling the pace.
Waterman tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.#T2#
Waterman manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Waterman is looking for a triangle but Hlervu pushes his legs off easily.
Waterman can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hlervu controls the pace.
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Waterman is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Waterman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hlervu passes into half guard.
Waterman tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg. #T3#
Hlervu is trying to control. Waterman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hlervu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Waterman wants to sweep but Hlervu has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Waterman
Waterman is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hlervu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Waterman is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Waterman actively working from the bottom here.
Waterman has a hand on Hlervu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hlervu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (11) vs (0) Waterman#T4#
Waterman can't escape the position.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Waterman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Hlervu is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Waterman is surviving well by controlling Hlervu's body position as best he can.
Hlervu controlling from mount.
Waterman regains half guard.#SUB2#
Waterman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T5#
Hlervu seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Waterman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Hlervu seems to be working for a kimura but Waterman defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Waterman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hlervu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Waterman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hlervu pulls his head out easily.
Hlervu slows the pace down in half guard.
Waterman wants to get back to full guard but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (14) vs (0) Waterman#T6#
Waterman is wriggling around trying to escape.
Waterman keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Hlervu is working for a guillotine from mount but Waterman frees his head quite easily.
Waterman sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hlervu prevents Waterman from improving his position.
Hlervu sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Waterman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hlervu pulls his head out easily. #T7##SUB2#
Waterman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hlervu pulls his head out easily.
Waterman wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
#SUB#
Hlervu in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Waterman tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Hlervu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tendren Hlervu!
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 113 Hlervu vs Kyng
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 8 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Tanner Kyng!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Paulo Santos and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Kyng has closed the distance and engaged Hlervu in a clinch.
Kyng is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kyng has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Kyng tightens his grip and picks Hlervu up, before dumping him to the ground. Hlervu manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Kyng
Kyng wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.#SUB#
Hlervu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kyng is aware though and is defending well.
Kyng trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Kyng sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kyng defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kyng 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. #SUB#
Hlervu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Kyng not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hlervu wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kyng is now in half guard.
Kyng slows the pace down in half guard.
Kyng trying to pass the guard but Hlervu defending well. #T2#
Kyng with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hlervu wants to improve his position but Kyng is controlling well.
Kyng performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep. Kyng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kyng sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hlervu tries to roll over but Kyng keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kyng with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hlervu tries to get to full guard but Kyng has control of the leg.
Kyng trying to control from half guard but Hlervu is working away.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kyng wants to free his trapped foot but Hlervu is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for a kimura from the bottom but Kyng passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (5) Kyng#T4#
Kyng is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hlervu's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kyng laying and praying for a moment but Hlervu takes advantage and regains half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kyng in particular looking to stall.
Kyng prevents Hlervu from improving his position.
Kyng is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hlervu reverses the position - he's now on top in Kyng's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (5) Kyng
Kyng keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully. #T5#
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Kyng.
Kyng keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Kyng bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hlervu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (7) Kyng#SUB#
Hlervu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kyng controls the pace.#SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hlervu looking for a sweep. Not yet Hlervu, not yet. #T6#
Kyng is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kyng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hlervu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu wants to sweep here but Kyng controlling him for the moment.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Kyng from controlling successfully.
Kyng is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T7##SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hlervu being controlled here, momentarily.
Kyng's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hlervu can't keep his opponent in guard - Kyng advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T8#
Hlervu is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Kyng seems content to control.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kyng wants to advance to full mount but Hlervu doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Kyng trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a triangle but Kyng pushes his legs off easily.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck. #T9#
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Kyng from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hlervu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a triangle but Kyng pushes his legs off easily.
Kyng showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kyng preventing the sweep. #T10#
Kyng stands and throws Hlervu's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (2) vs (10) Kyng
Kyng controls the position.
Hlervu is not content to let Kyng control the position.
Kyng wants to control for a moment but Hlervu uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Kyng passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (2) vs (13) Kyng#T11#
Hlervu is trying to escape the mount.
Kyng fails to take his opponent's back.
Hlervu keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hlervu is working hard here to advance position.
Kyng seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hlervu is holding on tight.
Kyng is trying to control here but Hlervu has managed to regain half guard.
Kyng looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T12#
Hlervu regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hlervu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kyng is stalling in the full guard.
Kyng must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T13#
Kyng looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (4) vs (13) Kyng
Kyng 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.
Hlervu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kyng's guard.
Kyng tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.#T14##SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kyng defends it well.
Kyng works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kyng managing to control the position.
Kyng looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kyng lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (4) vs (15) Kyng
And that's the end of the fight!
Kyng wins on points by 15 to 4.
An out of breath Tanner Kyng 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:
SSG 110 Maximus vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Alexander Maximus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 8 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Maximus scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Maximus (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu is not content to let Maximus control the position.
Maximus slows the pace down in half guard.
Hlervu is trying to control but can't.
Maximus trying to control from half guard but Hlervu is working away.
Hlervu tries to roll over but Maximus keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maximus trying to control the pace.
Hlervu is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Maximus seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Maximus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hlervu for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Hlervu is looking for a sweep. Maximus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Maximus stalling away here and it's allowed Hlervu to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Maximus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Maximus trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Maximus is really struggling to control Hlervu but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hlervu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Hlervu working for a triangle but Maximus defends it easily.
Maximus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Maximus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Maximus from controlling successfully.
Maximus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Maximus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Maximus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T5#
Maximus stopping the sweep attempt from Hlervu.
Maximus stands and throws Hlervu's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (5) vs (0) Hlervu
Maximus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hlervu keeps working.
Hlervu is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Maximus off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Maximus (5) vs (4) Hlervu#SUB2#
Hlervu is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Maximus is defending well though. Hlervu let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Hlervu patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hlervu doesn't have the hooks in and Maximus manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (7) vs (4) Hlervu#T6##SUB2#
Hlervu has his foot on Maximus's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Maximus works his way back into a safe position though.
Maximus trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Maximus preventing the sweep.
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
Maximus won't allow Hlervu to sweep him here.
Maximus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hlervu wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Maximus is now in half guard.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Maximus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Maximus is trying to improve position by moving to mount. Hlervu has hold of his neck though and manages to move into guard! All of a sudden, Maximus is in a lot of trouble! Hlervu is straining to finish and he's done it! Maximus taps out! Amazing!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tendren Hlervu!
Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 109 Thumb vs Kyng
Date: Feb 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 7 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Miguel Torres!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Steve Smith and Ian Loll.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Torres stops a takedown attempt from Hlervu.
Torres is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Torres is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Hlervu can't fight it off and eventually Torres manages to take the fight to the floor. Hlervu looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Torres
Torres is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Hlervu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torres postures up.
#T1##SUB#
Hlervu throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Torres escapes and throws Hlervu's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (5) Torres
Hlervu tries to improve position but can't.
Hlervu seems a little lost for a moment, as Torres dominates the positioning.#T2#
Hlervu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Torres wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Torres controls the position.
Hlervu tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Torres presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (0) vs (7) Torres
Hlervu is trying to reverse the position but instead Torres has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (0) vs (10) Torres
Hlervu rolls, trying to escape but Torres keeps control of the position.
Torres controlling the position well here. Hlervu rolled but Torres kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Torres is not going to allow Hlervu to sit and survive in this position. #T3#
Hlervu tries to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Torres has good solid back control here.
Torres controlling well, preventing Hlervu from escaping the position.
Hlervu trying to control the hands but Torres breaks the grip. #T4#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hlervu tries to escape but Torres has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hlervu rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T5#
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Torres is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hlervu wants to improve his position but Torres is controlling well.
Torres controlling the action here. #T6#
Hlervu wants to improve his position but Torres is controlling well.
#SUB#
Hlervu actively working from the bottom here.
Torres prevents Hlervu from improving his position.
Hlervu won't allow Torres to pass to mount. #T7#
Hlervu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Torres trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Torres passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (13) Torres
Hlervu tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Torres presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (0) vs (15) Torres
Torres sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T8#
Hlervu tries to hold on but Torres postures up.
Torres tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu stops Torres from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T9#
Torres controlling the pace for now.
Hlervu regains half guard.
Hlervu tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Torres has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (18) Torres
Torres content just to control the position here. #T10#
Hlervu is looking to improve his position but Torres isn't that keen on the idea.
Hlervu wants to control but Torres is having none of it.
Torres wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hlervu is working to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Torres controlling his opponent.
Hlervu tries to improve his position but instead Torres has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (0) vs (21) Torres
Torres slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Torres has the hooks in. Hlervu is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Torres slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Torres has the hooks in. Hlervu is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T12#
Hlervu rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.
Torres with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Hlervu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hlervu is looking to get back to full guard here but Torres has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (24) Torres#T13#
Hlervu manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hlervu is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hlervu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Torres pulls his head out easily.
Torres stalling away here and it's allowed Hlervu to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T14#
Torres sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Torres got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hlervu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Torres has managed to get both his arms back between Hlervu's legs - danger averted.
Hlervu wants to hit a sweep here but Torres passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hlervu there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (0) vs (27) Torres
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Torres wins on points by 27 to 0.
A victorious Miguel Torres thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 106 Hlervu vs Shart
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 7 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Rumsfeld Shart!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Steve Smith and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shart sprawls well. Shart wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hlervu gets slowly back to his feet.
Hlervu shoots in but no luck this time.
Hlervu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Shart swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tendren Hlervu. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Shart tries to sprawl but Hlervu drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Shart
Hlervu tries to pass to full mount but Shart defends it.
Shart wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Hlervu not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shart is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Hlervu wants to advance to full mount but Shart doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shart looking for a sweep. Not yet Shart, not yet.
Shart trying to keep a closed guard but Hlervu is proving a slippery customer.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shart not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Shart.#T2#
Shart trying to keep a closed guard but Hlervu is proving a slippery customer.
Shart wants to control the position but Hlervu says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Shart is staying active underneath Hlervu, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hlervu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Shart is trying is best to control the position here.
Hlervu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura here.
#T3#
Shart is looking to improve his position.
Shart is still trying to improve position.
Hlervu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Shart trying to get back to full guard but Hlervu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Shart#T4#
Shart is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hlervu wants to control the pace but Shart is squirming around nicely.
Shart wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Shart is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action.
Shart is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T5#
Shart is in all sorts of trouble here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hlervu swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Shart is now in Hlervu's guard. A big mistake from Hlervu there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Shart
Hlervu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shart manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (2) Shart
Hlervu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Shart is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu pushing down on Shart's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Shart regains full guard. Nicely done. #T6#
Hlervu looking to sit in guard and control but Shart gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (4) Shart
Shart wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
Hlervu wants to sweep here but Shart controlling him for the moment.
Hlervu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (9) vs (4) Shart#SUB#
Hlervu trying to work for an americana but Shart has managed to regain full guard.
#T7##SUB2#
Shart had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shart swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shart being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Shart looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T8#
Hlervu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Shart.
Hlervu pushes down on Shart's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T9#
Hlervu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Shart tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
Shart is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu stalling away here and it's allowed Shart to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Shart keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully. #T10#
Hlervu slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (12) vs (4) Shart
Hlervu advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (14) vs (4) Shart
Hlervu content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Hlervu has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Shart is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
A very excited looking Tendren Hlervu 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.
Rumsfeld Shart was interviewed post fight and said 'You either win or you learn, this time I learned... Ossss'. |
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Event:
SSG 101 Hlervu vs Banner
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 6 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 6 losses; Roddy Banner!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Luis Engracia and Matheus Silva.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Banner drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Banner
Hlervu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Banner's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (2) Banner
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Banner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlervu is one step ahead there.
Hlervu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Banner wants to hit a sweep here but Hlervu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Banner there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Banner
Hlervu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Banner is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banner can't escape the position.
#T1#
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Banner has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Banner keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hlervu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Banner is trying desperately to improve position.
Hlervu controlling from mount. #T2##SUB#
Hlervu is working for a guillotine from mount but Banner frees his head quite easily.
Banner can't escape the position.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hlervu looking to control but Banner is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Hlervu working for a guillotine from mount but Banner is in no mood to give up. #T3#
Hlervu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Banner is looking to escape.
Banner is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hlervu tries to control but Banner wriggling away. #SUB#
Hlervu working for a submission but Banner is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine from mount but Banner is having none of it.
Banner really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Hlervu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Banner is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hlervu wants to control the pace but Banner is squirming around nicely.
Hlervu prevents Banner from getting the reversal.
Banner regains half guard.
Hlervu prevents Banner from improving his position.#T5#
Hlervu tries to pass to full mount but Banner defends it. #SUB2#
Banner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hlervu pulls his head out easily.
Banner is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hlervu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hlervu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (5) vs (6) Banner#SUB2#
Banner is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hlervu is defending well though. Banner let's go of the attempt for now.
Banner trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hlervu turns into Banner and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (6) Banner
Banner looking for a sweep. Not yet Banner, not yet. #T6#
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Banner is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Banner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hlervu is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Banner looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
Hlervu trying to control but Banner is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Banner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T7##SUB2#
Banner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Banner is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hlervu looking to sit in guard and control but Banner gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (8) Banner
Hlervu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hlervu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Banner defends it easily.
Banner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T8##SUB#
Hlervu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Banner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Banner is pushing down on Hlervu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hlervu is fighting to maintain full guard but Banner has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Banner tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hlervu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.
Hlervu regains full guard. Nicely done. #T9#
Banner passes Hlervu's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hlervu is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Banner's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Banner's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (11) vs (8) Banner
You can see the frustration on Banner's face He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Hlervu working for the choke.
You can see the frustration on Banner's face He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hlervu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB#
Hlervu is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Banner defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Banner turns into Hlervu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (11) vs (10) Banner#T10#
Banner won't allow Hlervu to sweep him here.
Banner sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hlervu's guard.
Banner passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (11) vs (13) Banner
Hlervu tries to improve position but can't.
Hlervu sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Banner in particular looking to stall.
Banner is trying to control. Hlervu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Banner is pressing down on Hlervu's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hlervu is holding on for now. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T11#
Hlervu is trying to get back to full guard.
Banner is thwarting Hlervu's attempts to control the position.
Banner works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (11) vs (16) Banner
Hlervu is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Banner tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Banner has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Banner is trying to get an arm triangle but Hlervu is defending well.
Hlervu wants to control but Banner postures up.#T12#
Hlervu prevents Banner from improving position.
Banner is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Banner advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (11) vs (18) Banner
Banner fails to advance to Hlervu's back.
Banner looking to control but Hlervu is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu is desperately trying to improve his position but Banner has a good base and remains in mount.#T13#
Banner wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hlervu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Banner controlling from mount.
Hlervu is looking to get to half guard.
Banner looking to control but Hlervu is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Banner moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (11) vs (21) Banner
Hlervu tries to escape the position.
Banner is trying to stick to Hlervu's back but Hlervu is turning into Banner. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Banner's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hlervu. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (13) vs (21) Banner#T14#
Banner wants to improve his position but instead Hlervu has moved into half guard.
Banner is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
Hlervu prevents Banner from improving his position.
Hlervu is keen to just control but Banner is a slippery customer.
Banner is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hlervu jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (16) vs (21) Banner
Banner manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura but Banner is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hlervu to get the leverage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Banner is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Banner slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Hlervu is posturing up here but Banner has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Hlervu tries to roll out but it's too tight and Hlervu has to tap! Slick submission there by Banner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Roddy Banner!
A victorious Roddy Banner 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:
Stepping Stone 98
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 6 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Matheus Silva and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vovchanchyn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vovchanchyn wants it to stay on the feet.
Vovchanchyn 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.#CL#
Hlervu gets tackled into the cage by Vovchanchyn. Vovchanchyn maintains the clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Hlervu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Hlervu is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hlervu goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vovchanchyn prevents it.
Hlervu gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hlervu pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Hlervu is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hlervu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Hlervu has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Hlervu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Hlervu turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Hlervu manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (4) Hlervu
Hlervu tries to move to mount but Vovchanchyn blocks the move with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn is letting Hlervu control him for a moment. #T1#
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vovchanchyn keeps working.
Vovchanchyn seems a little lost for a moment, as Hlervu dominates the positioning.#SUB2#
Hlervu is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vovchanchyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hlervu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Hlervu working away.
I wouldn't like to be where Vovchanchyn is right now. #SUB2#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Vovchanchyn can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Hlervu wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping him busy.
Vovchanchyn is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu has hold of Vovchanchyn's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Vovchanchyn tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hlervu cranks the arm and Vovchanchyn screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Vovchanchyn, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tendren Hlervu!
Our winner, Tendren Hlervu, 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:
Stepping Stone 97
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 4 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 6 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Rua moves into the clinch.
Rua is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Rua.
Rua wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wanderlei Rua. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hlervu is pressed up against the cage. Rua has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hlervu down to the mat. Hlervu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Rua closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hlervu wants a takedown but no success here.
Rua 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.
Rua has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Rua.
#TD#
Rua lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rua in particular looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Rua perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hlervu is looking to improve his position.
Rua takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Hlervu manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rua defends well.
Rua is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rua looking to pass the guard.
Rua is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (2) Hlervu#T3#
Rua trying to control the position here.
Hlervu postures up.
Rua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hlervu passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (2) vs (5) Hlervu
Rua is looking for a sweep.#T4##SUB2#
Hlervu looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rua tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position.
Hlervu working away.
Rua looks to move to half guard but instead Hlervu has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rua (2) vs (7) Hlervu
Hlervu trying to control but Rua is having none of it. #T5#
Rua is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Rua is working hard here to advance position.
Hlervu looking to control but Rua is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rua has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Hlervu's lack of action.
#T6#
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rua tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Rua is doing well to control the position and prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.#T7#
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rua wants to get back to full guard.
Rua holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rua is refusing to be controlled, as Hlervu sits in half guard. #T8##SUB2#
Hlervu is trying to work for a kimura but Rua is defending well.
Rua is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rua is just riding it out for now. Hlervu eventually gives up the hold.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg. #T9#
Rua has his hands clasped together around Hlervu's back. He's all about the action.
Rua is staying active underneath Hlervu, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hlervu is thwarting Rua's attempts to control the position.
Rua is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Rua keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hlervu frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (2) vs (10) Hlervu
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Rua really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T11#
Rua manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rua has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
Hlervu wants to free his trapped foot but Rua is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hlervu wants to control but Rua is keeping him busy. #T12#
Rua wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rua tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but Rua is working away.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg. #T13#
Hlervu wants to free his trapped foot but Rua is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hlervu prevents Rua from improving his position.
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rua knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rua keeping control of the position. #T14#
Rua regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (4) vs (10) Hlervu
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 10 to 4.
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 93
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 6 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Tim Smooth!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Reed Andrews and Chad Campbell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Smooth defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hlervu.#TD#
Hlervu drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hlervu (4) vs (0) Smooth
Smooth prevents Hlervu from moving into mount. #SUB#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Smooth is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smooth is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Smooth manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hlervu prevents Smooth from improving his position.#SUB2#
Smooth looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hlervu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smooth is just riding it out for now. Hlervu eventually gives up the hold.
Hlervu is looking to stall here but Smooth recovers full guard. #T2#
Hlervu is pushing down on Smooth's leg trying to pass to half guard. Smooth is fighting to maintain full guard but Hlervu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Smooth is trying to get back to full guard.
Smooth wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Smooth wants to control but Hlervu passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (7) vs (0) Smooth
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smooth is trying to improve his position.#T3##SUB#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Smooth is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
Smooth gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T4#
Hlervu works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (10) vs (0) Smooth
Smooth is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action.
Smooth regains half guard.#T5#
Smooth is doing well to control the position and prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.
Hlervu trying to mount his opponent but Smooth defends it.
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smooth keeps working. #SUB#
Hlervu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smooth is just riding it out for now. Hlervu eventually gives up the hold.
Smooth desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T6#
Hlervu is trying to control. Smooth wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Smooth knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hlervu frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (13) vs (0) Smooth
Smooth wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.#T7#
Hlervu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Smooth tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.#SUB#
Hlervu is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Smooth has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T8##SUB#
Hlervu goes for an armbar but Smooth turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Smooth. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (13) vs (2) Smooth#SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Smooth from controlling successfully.
Hlervu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (15) vs (2) Smooth#T9##SUB2#
Smooth has an active guard here but Hlervu has managed to pass into half guard.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Smooth won't allow it.
Smooth is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Smooth won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Hlervu passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (18) vs (2) Smooth#T10#
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Smooth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smooth is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Smooth is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T11#
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Smooth is looking to regain half guard here but Hlervu keeps moving and retains side control.
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Smooth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hlervu working away.#T12#
Smooth is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hlervu tries for a kimura but Smooth is defending well.
Smooth tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Smooth stops Hlervu from passing to mount.
Hlervu advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (20) vs (2) Smooth
Smooth is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T13#
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Smooth to control.
Hlervu tries to control but Smooth wriggling away.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Smooth tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away. #T14#
Hlervu looking to control but Smooth is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Smooth tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Smooth tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
Hlervu looking to control but Smooth is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine from mount but Smooth is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smooth is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 20 to 2.
An out of breath Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 87
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Ronaldo Gomes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 5 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gomes shoots in for a takedown but Hlervu shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Gomes closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hlervu quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gomes (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Gomes 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.#SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
Hlervu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hlervu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Gomes from controlling successfully.
Hlervu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gomes (2) vs (2) Hlervu
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hlervu postures up.
#T1#
Hlervu won't allow Gomes to sweep him here.
Gomes has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hlervu has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gomes (2) vs (5) Hlervu
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gomes is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Hlervu tries to move to mount but Gomes blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Gomes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hlervu wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gomes, who protects the arm well.
Gomes is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gomes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Gomes is looking for a sweep.
Gomes is trying to control Hlervu's posture but Hlervu avoids it.
Gomes is looking for a sweep.
Gomes can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Hlervu wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gomes, who protects the arm well.
Gomes tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Gomes's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gomes is not content to let Hlervu control the position. #SUB2#
Hlervu is trying to get an arm triangle but Gomes is defending well.
Gomes manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gomes (4) vs (5) Hlervu#T5#
Hlervu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hlervu is controlling Gomes's posture.
Gomes pushes down on Hlervu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gomes is trying to control the action in half guard but Hlervu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hlervu gets full guard.
Gomes is looking to pass into half guard but Hlervu pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hlervu is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gomes (4) vs (7) Hlervu
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gomes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gomes is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gomes (6) vs (7) Hlervu#T6#
Gomes is looking to stall here but Hlervu recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu working for a triangle but Gomes defends it easily.
Gomes trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck.
Gomes pushes down on Hlervu's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T7##SUB#
Gomes is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hlervu won't allow Gomes to pass to mount.
Gomes is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back.
Hlervu is in trouble now - Gomes has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gomes (9) vs (7) Hlervu
Gomes trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T8#
Gomes sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hlervu gets back to half guard.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gomes wants to take a breather but Hlervu is having none of it.
Gomes performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gomes wants to take a breather but Hlervu is having none of it. #T9#
Gomes trying to mount his opponent but Hlervu defends it.
Hlervu gets full guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gomes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck.
Gomes content to stall in guard here.
Gomes passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Gomes (12) vs (7) Hlervu#T10#
Hlervu is trying to get back to half guard.
Gomes wants to control but Hlervu is keeping him busy.
Hlervu manages to get back to half guard.
Hlervu is refusing to be controlled, as Gomes sits in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hlervu is not content to let Gomes control the position.#T11#
Gomes trying to pass the guard but Hlervu defending well.
Hlervu regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gomes wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
Gomes sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gomes wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #T12#
Gomes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hlervu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gomes (12) vs (9) Hlervu
Hlervu wants to pass to mount but Gomes is defending the position.
Gomes is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gomes avoid being mounted?#T13#
Gomes gets full guard.
Gomes looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu is pushing down on Gomes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gomes is fighting to maintain full guard but Hlervu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but Gomes defending well. #SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura but Gomes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hlervu to get the leverage.
Gomes trying to control here.
Gomes tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.#T14#
Gomes trying to control but Hlervu postures up.
Gomes controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Hlervu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gomes sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gomes is refusing to be controlled, as Hlervu sits in half guard.
Gomes keeping control of the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gomes takes the fight on points by 12 to 9.
A victorious Ronaldo Gomes 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:
Stepping Stone 85
Date: Dec 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 5 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Rumsfeld Shart!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shart circles away.
Hlervu misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hlervu shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shart sprawls well. Shart wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hlervu gets slowly back to his feet.
Shart wants to counter with a clinch but Hlervu pushes him away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tendren Hlervu. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Hlervu looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Shart
Shart won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Shart is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shart is trying to control but Hlervu passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Shart
Shart tries to improve position but can't.
Shart is trying to work for a sweep but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (7) vs (0) Shart#T1##SUB#
Hlervu has hold of Shart's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Shart manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB#
Hlervu moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Shart has worked his arm free - good work by Shart!
Shart sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hlervu frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (10) vs (0) Shart
Hlervu trying to control but Shart is having none of it. #SUB#
Hlervu with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T2##SUB#
Hlervu jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Shart manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shart keeps working.
Shart sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Shart gets back to full guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Shart looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
#SUB2#
Shart has his foot on Hlervu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hlervu works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu is pushing down on Shart's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shart is fighting to maintain full guard but Hlervu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Shart regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Shart has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hlervu 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 Shart. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (13) vs (0) Shart#SUB#
Hlervu wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Shart, who protects the arm well. #T4#
Shart is trying to control Hlervu's posture but Hlervu avoids it.
Shart is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hlervu working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T5##SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shart has escaped the position, nice work there.
Shart is not content to let Hlervu control the position.
Shart is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Hlervu tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hlervu has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T6#
Shart wants to control but Hlervu postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Shart is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Shart is staying active underneath Hlervu, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Shart wants to get back to full guard but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (16) vs (0) Shart#T7#
Shart is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Hlervu wants to finish this one by submission but Shart is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Hlervu.
Shart tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hlervu looking to control but Shart is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Hlervu moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Shart has worked his arm free - good work by Shart!
Shart is looking for a sweep.#T8#
Shart is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hlervu off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (16) vs (4) Shart
Shart is looking to control Hlervu but Hlervu is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB2#
Shart is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hlervu has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Hlervu is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hlervu is working hard here to advance position.#T9##SUB2#
Shart is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hlervu is defending well though. Shart let's go of the attempt for now.
I really don't envy Hlervu right now.
Hlervu trying to control the hands but Shart breaks the grip.
Shart controls the position.#SUB2#
Shart working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T10#
Hlervu can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Hlervu is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Shart gets his way!
#SUB2#
Shart looking to break Hlervu's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Hlervu remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Shart will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Shart is looking for a rear naked choke here but Hlervu reverses the position brilliantly into Shart's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (18) vs (4) Shart#SUB#
Hlervu drops back looking for a leg! Shart is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Shart manages to kick Hlervu off! Hlervu jumps back into Shart's guard. #T11##SUB#
Hlervu drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Shart dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (18) vs (6) Shart
Shart trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu 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.#T12#
Hlervu wants to improve his position but instead Shart has moved into half guard.
Shart trying to control from half guard but Hlervu is working away.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hlervu looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Shart pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (18) vs (9) Shart
Hlervu sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Shart seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hlervu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T13#
Hlervu is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Shart's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Shart's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (22) vs (9) Shart
Shart tries to break free.
Shart is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Hlervu working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Shart wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Hlervu 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, Shart has freed his hand and lives to survive another well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Hlervu is working for a rear naked choke. Shart is not defending it well and Hlervu has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Shart refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Shart's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tendren Hlervu!
Our winner, Tendren Hlervu, 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.
Rumsfeld Shart was interviewed post fight and said 'You either win or you learn, this time I learned... Ossss'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 81
Date: Dec 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 2 losses; Abu Schaubi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 5 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Stewart Dunkirk and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Schaubi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Schaubi jumps into guard, dragging Hlervu to the mat.
#SUB2#
Hlervu drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Schaubi manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hlervu has Schaubi in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schaubi (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Schaubi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (5) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Schaubi tries for a kimura but Hlervu is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Schaubi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hlervu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hlervu tries to buck Schaubi off but Schaubi is having none of it.
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom here.
Schaubi trying to control the position but Hlervu is working away. #T2#
Schaubi tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
Hlervu is not content to let Schaubi control the position. #T3#
Hlervu is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Schaubi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hlervu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4#
Hlervu regains half guard.
Hlervu is trying is best to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu tries to roll over but Schaubi keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Hlervu looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Schaubi pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (8) vs (0) Hlervu
Schaubi wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Schaubi controlling the position easily from mount.
Hlervu can't escape the position.
#T5#
Schaubi controlling from the full mount.
Hlervu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schaubi looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hlervu is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Schaubi jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Hlervu manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T6#
Schaubi controlling the position.
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom here.
Schaubi is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hlervu is looking to regain half guard here but Schaubi keeps moving and retains side control. #T7#
Schaubi advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Schaubi (10) vs (0) Hlervu
Schaubi takes Hlervu's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Hlervu is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Schaubi (13) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu tries to escape but Schaubi has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Schaubi working for a choke but Hlervu is defending well. #T8#
A lull in the action here.
Hlervu rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hlervu wants to improve his position but Schaubi is controlling well.
#T9#
Schaubi is keen to just control but Hlervu is a slippery customer.
Schaubi is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Schaubi continues to stall.
Hlervu is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Schaubi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hlervu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Schaubi. #T10#
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.
Hlervu regains full guard. Nicely done.
Schaubi wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.
Hlervu has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Schaubi has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (16) vs (0) Hlervu#SUB#
Schaubi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T11#
Hlervu struggling a bit here.
Hlervu tries to buck Schaubi off but Schaubi is having none of it.#SUB#
Schaubi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
A lull in the action here as Schaubi stalls from top position.#T12#
Schaubi trying to control the position but Hlervu is working away.
A lull in the action here as Schaubi stalls from top position.
Hlervu tries to improve position but can't. #T13#
Schaubi working away.
Hlervu tries to bench press Schaubi off him but Schaubi keeps the position.
Hlervu is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Schaubi off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Schaubi (16) vs (4) Hlervu
Schaubi trying to control the action but Hlervu just sinks the hooks in.
Schaubi tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hlervu prevents Schaubi from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schaubi gets back to half guard.
Schaubi tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Schaubi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T14#
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Schaubi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schaubi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Schaubi tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Hlervu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tendren Hlervu!
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Abu Schaubi stepped up to the mic, saying 'Gawld dawg'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 71
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Gabe Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Cecil Peabody and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Garcia gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hlervu to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Garcia (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Garcia has Hlervu pulled in close to control his posture.
Hlervu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hlervu won't allow Garcia to sweep him here.
Hlervu being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Garcia is retaining full guard. #T1#
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Garcia has control of Hlervu's left arm, preventing Hlervu from doing any damage.
Hlervu pushing down on Garcia's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Garcia trying to control here.
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Garcia knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Garcia is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hlervu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hlervu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Garcia (4) vs (2) Hlervu#T2#
Hlervu is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Garcia is looking for the choke from the back position but Hlervu is controlling his hands well.
Garcia controlling well, preventing Hlervu from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Garcia tightening his grip on Hlervu, looking for the choke.
Hlervu can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Garcia is working for a rear naked choke. Hlervu is not defending it well and Garcia has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Hlervu refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Hlervu's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gabe Garcia! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 66
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Ronaldo Gomes!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hlervu gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gomes to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Gomes
Gomes trying to move into half guard but instead Hlervu has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (2) Gomes
Gomes looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hlervu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Gomes slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gomes is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Gomes is keeping the position.#T1#
Gomes is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Gomes is retaining full guard.
Gomes manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hlervu manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (4) Gomes
Gomes slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (2) vs (7) Gomes#SUB2#
Gomes tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Gomes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hlervu keeps working.
Hlervu tries to improve position but can't.
Hlervu is not content to let Gomes control the position.
Hlervu is looking to regain half guard here but Gomes keeps moving and retains side control.
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hlervu is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Gomes is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (2) vs (9) Gomes#SUB2#
Gomes is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Hlervu has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Hlervu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (4) vs (9) Gomes
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hlervu won't allow Gomes to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Gomes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Hlervu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gomes 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.
Gomes trying to control the position.
#T5#
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Gomes is keeping the position.
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gomes is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (4) vs (11) Gomes
Gomes postures up.
#T6##SUB#
Hlervu has his foot on Gomes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gomes works his way back into a safe position though.
Gomes sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Hlervu has his foot on Gomes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gomes works his way back into a safe position though.
Gomes controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hlervu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Gomes tries to pass.
Gomes wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #T7##SUB#
Hlervu working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Gomes has passed into half guard!
Hlervu gets full guard.#SUB#
Gomes got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hlervu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gomes has managed to get both his arms back between Hlervu's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hlervu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gomes defends it easily.#T8#
Gomes advances to half guard. #SUB#
Hlervu has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Gomes escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Gomes! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (4) vs (14) Gomes#SUB2#
Gomes looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Gomes is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hlervu has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gomes tries to move to mount but Hlervu blocks the move with his legs. #T9#
Hlervu looking for a sweep but Gomes has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (4) vs (16) Gomes
Gomes is looking to work his way around to Hlervu's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Gomes swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hlervu is now in Gomes's guard. A big mistake from Gomes there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (6) vs (16) Gomes
Hlervu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Gomes is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T10#
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Gomes is keeping the position.
Hlervu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T11#
Gomes wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Gomes is looking to sweep but instead, Hlervu has passed into half guard.
Gomes wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Gomes won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount. #T12#
Gomes gets back to full guard.
Gomes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gomes working a defensive guard but Hlervu manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (9) vs (16) Gomes
Gomes 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.
Gomes is letting Hlervu control him for a moment.
Gomes stops Hlervu from passing to mount. #T13##SUB#
Hlervu is trying to get an arm triangle but Gomes is defending well.
Gomes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Gomes looks to move to half guard but instead Hlervu has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (11) vs (16) Gomes#T14#
Hlervu trying to control but Gomes is having none of it.
Gomes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu tries to control but Gomes wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gomes wins on points by 16 to 11.
Ronaldo Gomes thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 61
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Trevor Barnes!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hlervu shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Barnes manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Barnes
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Barnes working a defensive guard here.
Barnes pulls Hlervu in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes trying to control the position.
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Barnes looking to control.
#T1##SUB2#
Barnes throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Barnes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Barnes might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hlervu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Barnes pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Barnes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Hlervu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Barnes is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
Hlervu preventing the sweep.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Barnes is keeping the position.
Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu won't allow Barnes to sweep him here. #T3#
Barnes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hlervu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Barnes is keeping the position for now.
Barnes looking to control.
Hlervu stands and throws Barnes's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Barnes
Barnes trying to remain calm as Hlervu controls from the top position.
Barnes is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Hlervu controlling the position from side mount.
Hlervu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Barnes is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hlervu tries for a kimura but Barnes is defending well.
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Barnes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
You can see the frustration on Barnes's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hlervu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Barnes trying to control but Hlervu flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Barnes#SUB#
Hlervu is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Barnes has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T6#
Barnes breaks Hlervu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (8) vs (2) Barnes
Barnes postures up.
Barnes 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.
Barnes advances to half guard.
Hlervu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hlervu wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Barnes is now in half guard.
Hlervu tries to roll over but Barnes keeps him under control.#T7#
Hlervu trying to hold on to Barnes's head to control him but Barnes postures up.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Barnes wants to work for an arm triangle but Hlervu is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hlervu wants to improve his position but Barnes is controlling well.
#T8#
Barnes wants to control but Hlervu is keeping him busy.
Hlervu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hlervu working a defensive guard here.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Barnes from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hlervu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Barnes defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hlervu throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Barnes escapes and throws Hlervu's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (8) vs (5) Barnes#T9#
Barnes laying and praying for a moment but Hlervu takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Hlervu actively working from the bottom here.
Hlervu gets full guard.
Barnes wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #T10#
Barnes is pushing down on Hlervu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hlervu is fighting to maintain full guard but Barnes has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hlervu is looking to control Barnes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hlervu avoid being mounted?
Barnes trying to mount his opponent but Hlervu defends it.
Barnes is looking to stall here but Hlervu recovers full guard.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Barnes from controlling successfully. #T11#
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Barnes defends well.#SUB#
Barnes content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Hlervu has locked up a guillotine! Hlervu's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Barnes is holding on here and Hlervu must be using up a lot of energy. Barnes has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Hlervu gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tendren Hlervu!
Our winner, Tendren Hlervu, 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:
Stepping Stone 57
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; John Doe!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu looks for a takedown but Doe sprawls well.
Doe stuffs the takedown attempt from Hlervu. Hlervu gets slowly back to his feet.
Doe looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
Doe closes the distance and pushes Hlervu back into the cage.
Hlervu looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tendren Hlervu. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Doe successfully pulls guard.
Doe wants to sweep but no luck.
Doe pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Doe has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Doe.
Doe looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Doe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Doe keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Hlervu preventing the sweep. #T2#
Hlervu trying to control but Doe is working from the bottom.
Doe is pulling down on Hlervu's head. It's preventing any offense from Hlervu, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu pushes down on Doe's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Doe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Doe gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Doe has his foot on Hlervu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hlervu works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Doe managing to control the position.
Doe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlervu is one step ahead there.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu trying to control but Doe is working from the bottom. #T4#
Doe working a defensive guard here.
Doe is adopting a defensive guard.
Doe wants to hit a sweep here but Hlervu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Doe there! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (3) vs (0) Doe
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Doe is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Doe is working to get back to half guard.
Doe tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Doe is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Hlervu looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Doe is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action. #T6#
Doe gets back to half guard.
Doe is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Doe wants to get back to full guard.
Doe keeping hold of Hlervu's head, controlling as best he can.
Hlervu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hlervu trying to control the action but Doe is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Doe desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Doe won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Doe trying to hold on to Hlervu's head to control him but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu trying to control the pace.
Hlervu trying to control the action but Doe is working from the bottom. #T8#
Still in half guard, Hlervu seems content to control.
Doe wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Doe keeping control of the position.
Doe wants to get back to full guard but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (6) vs (0) Doe#T9#
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Doe to control.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Hlervu looking to control but Doe is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Doe wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.#T10#
Doe slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but Doe is working away.
Doe tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Doe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Doe is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hlervu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hlervu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (6) vs (4) Doe#SUB2#
Doe is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hlervu knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hlervu for a finish.
Hlervu trying to control the hands but Doe won't let him. #T11#
Hlervu rolls, trying to escape but Doe keeps control of the position.
Doe is trying to stick to Hlervu's back but Hlervu is turning into Doe. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Doe's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hlervu. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (8) vs (4) Doe
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T12#
Hlervu advances to half guard.
Doe is controlling Hlervu's trapped leg to prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.
Doe is looking to improve his position.
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hlervu prevents Doe from improving his position.
Doe trying to control from the bottom.
#T13#
Doe is trying is best to control the position here.
Doe won't allow Hlervu to pass to mount.
Doe gets back to full guard.
Doe pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Doe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Doe pulls Hlervu in to control the position. #T14#
Hlervu won't allow Doe to sweep him here.
Doe wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Doe's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Doe keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Doe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hlervu is stalling in the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Doe wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 8 to 4.
A very excited looking Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 54
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vovchanchyn defends it nicely.#CL#
Hlervu tries to keep at a distance but Vovchanchyn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hlervu is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Hlervu manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tendren Hlervu.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Hlervu to the mat but Hlervu just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hlervu is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hlervu down to the mat. Hlervu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn has Hlervu up against the cage in a clinch.
Hlervu wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hlervu is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Hlervu prevents the takedown attempt.
Hlervu is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hlervu prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hlervu is defending well.
Hlervu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nice sprawl there from Vovchanchyn as Hlervu shoots in.
Vovchanchyn tries to counter by clinching up but Hlervu breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Hlervu tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn has Hlervu pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hlervu manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hlervu prevents it.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hlervu avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hlervu is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Hlervu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T2#
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Hlervu has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hlervu shoots in looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn tries to sprawl out of it but Hlervu keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hlervu looks winded!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hlervu wants a takedown but no success here.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Hlervu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Hlervu manages to get underhooks.
Hlervu tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hlervu has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vovchanchyn after a bit of a struggle.
Hlervu tries for a takedown but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks.
Hlervu prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Hlervu to the mat but Hlervu just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hlervu prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T3#
Hlervu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Hlervu has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vovchanchyn avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hlervu gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Hlervu is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Hlervu prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hlervu pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn drives through and clinches with Hlervu against the cage.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Hlervu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Hlervu can't get the takedown.
Hlervu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T4##CL#
Vovchanchyn has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hlervu is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hlervu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hlervu goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD2#
Hlervu shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Vovchanchyn's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Vovchanchyn is keeping the position.
Vovchanchyn is pulling down on Hlervu's head. It's preventing any offense from Hlervu, at least for the moment.
Hlervu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T5#
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vovchanchyn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Hlervu#T6##SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (4) Hlervu
Hlervu trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position.
#T7#
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vovchanchyn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hlervu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
Vovchanchyn is staying active underneath Hlervu, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T8#
Vovchanchyn is looking to improve his position.
Vovchanchyn keeping hold of Hlervu's head, controlling as best he can.
Hlervu trying to control the action but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hlervu is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T9#
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Vovchanchyn won't allow it.
Vovchanchyn preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T10#
Vovchanchyn is pressing down on Hlervu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Vovchanchyn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Vovchanchyn working a defensive guard here.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vovchanchyn being controlled here, momentarily. #T12#
Vovchanchyn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn controls Hlervu momentarily but Hlervu frees himself.
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T13#
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position here.
Hlervu trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
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.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T14#
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vovchanchyn tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 4 to 2.
Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 50
Date: Oct 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; John Jameson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hlervu is defended easily by Jameson.
Jameson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hlervu's waist but Hlervu gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jameson off to one side.
Jameson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Hlervu shoots in and gets a takedown into Jameson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jameson (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Jameson is looking for a triangle but Hlervu pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hlervu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB#
Jameson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jameson trying to control the position.
Hlervu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Jameson is keeping the position.#T2#
Jameson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Jameson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hlervu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hlervu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Jameson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hlervu defends well.
Hlervu is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Jameson looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
#T3##SUB#
Jameson looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
Hlervu forces his way into half guard.
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Jameson wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Jameson tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu trying to control the pace.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Jameson won't allow it. #T5#
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Jameson tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jameson is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Jameson actively working from the bottom here.#T6#
Hlervu stalling.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but Jameson defending well.
Hlervu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
It looks like Hlervu might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T7#
Jameson wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Jameson is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu slows the pace down in half guard.
Jameson is trying to get back to full guard.
Hlervu not doing much here.
#T8##SUB#
Jameson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jameson wants to control the action here but instead Hlervu manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jameson (0) vs (5) Hlervu
Jameson is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T9#
Hlervu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Jameson wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Jameson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount. #T10#
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Jameson to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Jameson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T11#
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
Jameson working to try and regain half guard.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Hlervu has control of Jameson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Jameson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Hlervu controlling from mount. #T12##SUB2#
Jameson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Hlervu.
Jameson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jameson wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.#T13#
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
Jameson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Jameson to control.
Hlervu controlling from the full mount. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jameson wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 5 to 0.
Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 47
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Beaver Shaver!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Sam Margolis and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Shaver swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Shaver throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hlervu tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Shaver is in Hlervu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (0) vs (2) Shaver#SUB#
Hlervu working for submissions but it's allowed Shaver to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hlervu has his foot on Shaver's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shaver works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Hlervu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Shaver stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hlervu swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Hlervu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (2) Shaver
Shaver is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hlervu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Shaver is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Shaver is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Shaver trying to control here.
Shaver is trying to control but Hlervu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Shaver
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Shaver wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Shaver tries to reverse the position but Hlervu maintains control.#T3#
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Shaver is in all sorts of trouble here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu controlling from mount. #T4#
Shaver wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu controlling from the full mount.
Shaver keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Shaver tries to reverse the position but Hlervu maintains control.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now.
Shaver is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Shaver tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away. #T6#
Shaver is trying desperately to improve position.
Shaver is still trying to improve position.
Hlervu controlling his opponent.
Shaver is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T7#
Hlervu controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Hlervu working for a submission but Shaver is keeping him at bay.
Hlervu content just to control the position here.
Shaver is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.#T8#
Hlervu controlling from the full mount.
Shaver wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now. #T9##T10#
Shaver wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Shaver 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.#SUB#
Hlervu is trying to work for a kimura but Shaver is defending well.
Shaver is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shaver defends it well. #T11#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Shaver is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hlervu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hlervu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hlervu (5) vs (6) Shaver
I really don't envy Hlervu right now.
Shaver is controlling the position but Hlervu somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
#SUB#
Hlervu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shaver pulls his head out easily.
Hlervu works his way to full guard. Good work.#T12#
Hlervu has Shaver pulled in close to control his posture.
Shaver looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (7) vs (6) Shaver#SUB2#
Shaver throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hlervu escapes and throws Shaver's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (10) vs (6) Shaver
Shaver tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T13#
Shaver being controlled for a moment.
Shaver tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hlervu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Shaver is being controlled here. #T14##SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Shaver has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Hlervu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Shaver is trying to control Hlervu's posture but Hlervu avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
An out of breath Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 41
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Carr Cartwright! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 2 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu shoots in looking for a takedown but Cartwright manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hlervu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cartwright shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hlervu but Hlervu pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hlervu shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cartwright looks for a takedown but Hlervu sprawls well.#TD2#
Hlervu shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cartwright (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Cartwright wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartwright is holding on to half guard well.#T1#
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Cartwright won't allow it.
Cartwright is trying to control but can't.
Cartwright is doing well to control the position and prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.
Cartwright wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cartwright knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Cartwright is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Cartwright is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Hlervu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cartwright is trying to control but can't.
Hlervu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cartwright wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cartwright trying to control but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Cartwright is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Cartwright gets back to full guard.
#T4#
Cartwright 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.
Cartwright is trying to keep Hlervu in close.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cartwright swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hlervu won't allow Cartwright to sweep him here.
Cartwright working a defensive guard here.
#T5#
Cartwright pulls Hlervu in close to prevent any damage.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Cartwright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Cartwright looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hlervu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hlervu is controlling the pace.
Cartwright keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T6#
Cartwright is looking to improve his position.
Hlervu is trying to control. Cartwright wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cartwright is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura but Cartwright is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hlervu to get the leverage. #T7#
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hlervu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Cartwright is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cartwright avoid being mounted?
Hlervu not doing much here.
Cartwright trying to hold on to Hlervu's head to control him but Hlervu postures up.
#T8#
Cartwright is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Hlervu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Cartwright wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Cartwright tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Cartwright is controlling Hlervu's trapped leg to prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.#T9#
Hlervu prevents Cartwright from improving his position.
Hlervu is controlling the pace.
Hlervu trying to mount his opponent but Cartwright defends it.
Cartwright works his way to full guard. Good work.#T10#
Cartwright managing to control the position.
Cartwright is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hlervu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Hlervu won't allow Cartwright to sweep him here.
Cartwright looking to control.
#SUB#
Cartwright escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hlervu controlling from the top position.
Cartwright looking for a sweep. Not yet Cartwright, not yet. #T12#
Hlervu trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cartwright has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cartwright not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cartwright is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hlervu is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Cartwright keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass. #T13#
Cartwright tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cartwright looking to control.
Cartwright wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Cartwright is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Cartwright keeps moving.
Hlervu preventing the sweep. #T14#
Cartwright lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cartwright (2) vs (2) Hlervu
Cartwright passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu looking for subs from the bottom but Cartwright mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Cartwright (5) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cartwright looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cartwright trying to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
Stepping Stone 36
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Silas T Berry! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, John Roberts and Russell Pearce.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hlervu looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Berry (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Berry controls Hlervu momentarily but Hlervu frees himself.
Hlervu is pushing down on Berry's leg trying to pass to half guard. Berry is fighting to maintain full guard but Hlervu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Berry wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Berry has a hand on Hlervu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hlervu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Berry (0) vs (5) Hlervu
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu prevents Berry from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Hlervu has hold of Berry's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Berry manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Berry really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T1#
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Berry tries to reverse the position but Hlervu maintains control.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Berry to control.#SUB2#
Hlervu working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T2#
Hlervu controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine from mount but Berry is having none of it.
Berry is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berry is breathing heavily.
Berry tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berry is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Berry definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Berry tries to reverse the position but Hlervu maintains control.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Hlervu looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Berry tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away. #T4#
Hlervu controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine from mount but Berry is having none of it.
Hlervu controlling from the full mount. #T5##SUB2#
Hlervu looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T6#
Berry tries to reverse the position but Hlervu maintains control.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Berry is trying to escape the mount.
#T7#
Hlervu controlling from the full mount.
Berry is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T8#
Berry is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Hlervu has hold of Berry's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Berry manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T9#
Berry really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hlervu controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Hlervu has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T10##SUB2#
Hlervu working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Berry looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Hlervu! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tendren Hlervu!
Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 34
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Shinya Sakurai!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Robert Douchet.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Sakurai rushes Hlervu and presses him up against the cage.
Sakurai tries to score a body lock takedown but Hlervu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sakurai jumps guard but Hlervu turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Hlervu gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Sakurai
Hlervu prevents Sakurai from improving his position.
Sakurai trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Sakurai looking for submissions off his back.
Sakurai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura here.
#T1##SUB2#
Hlervu moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Sakurai. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Sakurai
Sakurai prevents Hlervu from improving position.
Sakurai is looking for a sweep.
Hlervu taking a breather here.
Sakurai is looking for a sweep.#T2#
The referee asks Hlervu politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hlervu prefers to stall for the moment though.
Sakurai wants to control but Hlervu postures up.
Sakurai being controlled for a moment.
Hlervu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sakurai for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Sakurai is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hlervu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sakurai trying to get back to full guard but Hlervu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (8) vs (0) Sakurai
Sakurai wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T4#
Sakurai can't escape the position.
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sakurai is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hlervu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sakurai wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.#T5#
Hlervu controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6##SUB#
Hlervu is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Hlervu extends the arm and Sakurai is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
An out of breath Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 30
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Thammy Jagonoy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Gregory Folan and Steve Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu darts in looking for a takedown but Jagonoy gets double underhooks and turns Hlervu into the cage.
Jagonoy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hlervu closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jagonoy circles away.
Hlervu shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jagonoy defends it nicely.
Thammy Jagonoy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tendren Hlervu.
Hlervu shoots for a takedown but Jagonoy saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jagonoy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hlervu sprawls and moves away.
Hlervu tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jagonoy sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hlervu somewhat.
Hlervu misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
so Jagonoy counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Jagonoy from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jagonoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now.
Jagonoy is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Brotherhood MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Jagonoy is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Jagonoy wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving. #SUB#
Jagonoy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hlervu manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Jagonoy has Hlervu in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Jagonoy is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Jagonoy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Jagonoy trying to keep a closed guard but Hlervu is proving a slippery customer.
Jagonoy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hlervu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Jagonoy wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hlervu is now in half guard. #T3#
Hlervu prevents Jagonoy from improving his position.
Hlervu slows the pace down in half guard.
It looks like Hlervu might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Jagonoy wants to control the action here but instead Hlervu manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (5) Hlervu
Jagonoy wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.#T4#
Jagonoy sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hlervu controlling the pace. #SUB#
Hlervu moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Jagonoy. Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (8) Hlervu#SUB2#
Hlervu is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jagonoy is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T5#
Jagonoy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hlervu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jagonoy struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here.#T6#
Jagonoy tries to improve position but can't.
Hlervu taking a breather here.
Jagonoy regains half guard.
Jagonoy is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Jagonoy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Jagonoy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T7#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Jagonoy is looking to improve his position.
Hlervu trying to control the pace.
Hlervu trying to mount his opponent but Jagonoy defends it.
Jagonoy tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.#T8#
Jagonoy trying to control from the bottom.
Jagonoy is trying to get back to full guard.
Hlervu is thwarting Jagonoy's attempts to control the position.
Hlervu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Jagonoy is looking to control Hlervu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jagonoy avoid being mounted?#T9#
Hlervu slows the pace down in half guard.
Jagonoy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Jagonoy is defending against the submission attempts here by Hlervu.
Still in half guard, Hlervu seems content to control.#T10#
Jagonoy is trying to control but can't.
Jagonoy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jagonoy 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#
Jagonoy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hlervu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hlervu is continuing to stall.#T11##SUB#
Jagonoy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jagonoy wants to hit a sweep here but Hlervu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jagonoy there! Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (11) Hlervu
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jagonoy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (4) vs (11) Hlervu#T12#
Jagonoy trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hlervu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Jagonoy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Jagonoy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hlervu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jagonoy has managed to get both his arms back between Hlervu's legs - danger averted.#T13#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hlervu holds on and takes a little breather.
Jagonoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T14#
Jagonoy trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Jagonoy trying to move into half guard but instead Hlervu has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jagonoy (4) vs (13) Hlervu
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 13 to 4.
A victorious Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 28
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Scott Dolton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Wesley Smith and George Francis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hlervu changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dolton looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dolton (0) vs (4) Hlervu
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.
Dolton wants to control but Hlervu postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dolton sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dolton is trying to control but can't.
Dolton wants to get back to full guard.
Hlervu is trying to control the action in half guard but Dolton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hlervu controlling the pace.
Dolton wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dolton is pressing down on Hlervu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Dolton keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Dolton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hlervu trying to control but Dolton is working from the bottom.
Dolton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dolton (2) vs (4) Hlervu#T2#
Dolton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now.
Dolton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hlervu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dolton is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Hlervu looking for a sweep. Not yet Hlervu, not yet.
Hlervu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dolton controls the pace.
Dolton wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Hlervu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dolton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dolton (5) vs (4) Hlervu#T4#
Hlervu wants to control but Dolton postures up.#SUB#
Dolton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dolton controlling the position from side mount.
Dolton tries to advance to mount but Hlervu instead regains half guard. #T5##SUB#
Dolton is looking for a kimura but Hlervu is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dolton to get the leverage.
Dolton is controlling the pace.
Dolton is thwarting Hlervu's attempts to control the position.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
Dolton content to control rather than advance.
Dolton passes into side control, despite Hlervu's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dolton (8) vs (4) Hlervu
A lull in the action here.
Dolton tries to advance to mount but can't. #T7#
Hlervu tries to improve position but can't.
Hlervu seems a little lost for a moment, as Dolton dominates the positioning.#SUB#
Dolton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dolton tries to move to mount but Hlervu blocks the move with his legs.
Dolton is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T8#
Hlervu sneaks back into half guard.
Dolton prevents Hlervu from improving his position.
Dolton wants to pass the guard but Hlervu is defending well. #T9#
Well, if Dolton 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.
#SUB#
Dolton is trying to work for a kimura but Hlervu is defending well.
#T10#
Hlervu works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dolton is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dolton seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hlervu for as long as he can get away with.
Dolton pushes down on Hlervu's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T11#
Dolton wants to pass to mount but Hlervu is defending the position.
Dolton content to control rather than advance.
Dolton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hlervu is looking to improve his position.
#T12#
Dolton takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hlervu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dolton seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T13#
Dolton looking to pass the guard.
Dolton is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dolton looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu is pulling down on Dolton's head to control his posture.
Dolton is stalling in the full guard. #T14#
Hlervu is trying to keep Dolton in close.
Dolton forces his way into half guard.
Hlervu trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dolton looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dolton takes the fight on points by 8 to 4.
Scott Dolton decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 25
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Miles Knox!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Felipe Paraventi and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hlervu changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Knox looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hlervu (4) vs (0) Knox#SUB#
Hlervu is trying to get an arm triangle but Knox is defending well.
Knox stops Hlervu from passing to mount.
Hlervu trying to control the action but Knox is working from the bottom.
Hlervu just content to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Knox for as long as he can get away with.#T1#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Knox tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Hlervu easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (6) vs (0) Knox
Hlervu controlling his opponent.
Hlervu trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Hlervu continues to stall.
Knox holds of for dear life.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Knox to control.#T3#
Knox is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hlervu looking to control but Knox is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu controlling from mount.
Hlervu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Knox is looking to escape. #T4#
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Knox to control.
Hlervu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Knox to control.#T5#
Knox is trying desperately to improve position.
Hlervu trying to control but Knox is having none of it.
Knox is looking to get to half guard.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T6##SUB#
Hlervu goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Knox is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (6) vs (2) Knox
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Knox from controlling successfully.
Knox seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T7#
Hlervu is trying to control the position but Knox postures up.
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Knox tries to pass.
Knox is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Knox trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knox controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T8#
Knox sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hlervu's guard.
Knox is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Knox 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.
Let's hope that Knox has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T9#
Knox wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
Knox slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hlervu is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Knox trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Knox pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Knox trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Knox is looking to pass into half guard but Hlervu pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hlervu is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (8) vs (2) Knox
Knox looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hlervu is pushing down on Knox's leg trying to pass to half guard. Knox is fighting to maintain full guard but Hlervu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Knox wants to get back to full guard but Hlervu has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (11) vs (2) Knox
Hlervu tries to move to mount but Knox blocks the move with his legs.
You can see the frustration on Knox's face as Hlervu controls the position. #T11#
Knox is looking for a sweep.
Hlervu just content to control the position.
Knox is trying to get back to half guard.#T12#
Knox struggling a bit here.
Knox is looking to reverse the position.
Knox is being controlled here.
Knox tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlervu is looking to take a break and control but Knox is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Knox looks to move to half guard but instead Hlervu has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hlervu (13) vs (2) Knox#T13#
Knox wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Knox is looking to escape.
Hlervu content just to control the position here. #T14#
Knox is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action.
Knox is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Miles Knox stepped up to the mic, saying 'PIRANHA '. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 22
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dmitry Provodnikov!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Mauricio Rocha and Leandro Rodrigues.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hlervu dives in and scores a takedown into Provodnikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Provodnikov
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.
Provodnikov keeping full guard, as Hlervu tries to pass.
Hlervu controlling from the top position.
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Provodnikov is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hlervu thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Provodnikov is trying to control the position but Hlervu postures up. #T1#
Hlervu tries to free his leg and advance position but Provodnikov is retaining full guard.
Hlervu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hlervu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Provodnikov's guard.
Hlervu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hlervu is thwarting Provodnikov's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Hlervu controlling the pace.
Provodnikov wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Provodnikov wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Hlervu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Provodnikov is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Hlervu is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Provodnikov has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4##SUB#
Hlervu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Provodnikov defends it well.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but Provodnikov defending well.
Provodnikov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Provodnikov trying to control but Hlervu postures up.
Hlervu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T5#
Provodnikov wants to control the action here but instead Hlervu manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Provodnikov
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T6#
Hlervu'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.#T7#
Provodnikov wants to control but Hlervu is having none of it.
Provodnikov is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Provodnikov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hlervu controlling from mount. #SUB#
Hlervu is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Provodnikov is surviving well by controlling Hlervu's body position as best he can. #T8#
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Provodnikov reaches up to try and pull Hlervu in and control his posture, but Hlervu latches on to an arm and pivots quickly for an armbar! Provodnikov taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 19
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Dionisio De Herrera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Cecil Peabody and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
De Herrera shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hlervu sprawls well. Hlervu wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. De Herrera gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Hlervu closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming De Herrera to the mat! De Herrera manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: De Herrera (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hlervu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
De Herrera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hlervu 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.
De Herrera seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Herrera looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hlervu has picked De Herrera up and slammed him! De Herrera can't keep hold of the triangle and Hlervu manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: De Herrera (0) vs (5) Hlervu
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hlervu content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hlervu advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: De Herrera (0) vs (7) Hlervu
De Herrera is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
De Herrera tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.#T2#
De Herrera working to try and regain half guard.
Hlervu controlling from mount.
De Herrera is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
De Herrera tries to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
De Herrera really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
De Herrera wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu controlling the pace for now. #T3#
De Herrera tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
De Herrera is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hlervu controlling his opponent.
De Herrera wants to hold on but Hlervu pushes him away.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Hlervu with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T4#
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
De Herrera tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.
De Herrera regains half guard.
De Herrera tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
De Herrera trying to control from the bottom.
#T5#
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
De Herrera has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Hlervu escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Hlervu! Score +3 for passing guard: De Herrera (0) vs (10) Hlervu
De Herrera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hlervu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
De Herrera is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hlervu's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Hlervu! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and De Herrera has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tendren Hlervu!
Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 14
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Helio Machado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Lou da Vinci and Jonathan Paton.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hlervu tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Machado defends well and Hlervu ends up having to push Machado into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Machado as Hlervu shoots in.
Machado stuffs the takedown attempt from Hlervu. Hlervu gets slowly back to his feet.
Helio Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tendren Hlervu.#CL#
Machado rushes Hlervu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Machado gets control of Hlervu's arms and successfully pulls guard. Machado will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Machado has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hlervu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Machado had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.#SUB#
Machado throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Machado is looking to improve his position.
Hlervu slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Machado looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hlervu trying to control the pace.
Machado definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB#
Machado has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Hlervu escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Hlervu! Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (0) vs (3) Hlervu
Machado is breathing heavily.
Machado seems a little lost for a moment, as Hlervu dominates the positioning.
Machado tries to improve position but can't.
Machado is trying to work for a sweep but Hlervu has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Machado (0) vs (5) Hlervu
Machado might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
It looks like Hlervu might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T3#
Machado is trying desperately to improve position.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Machado is trying to escape the mount.
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hlervu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Machado tries to hold on but Hlervu postures up.
Machado is looking to improve his position but Hlervu isn't that keen on the idea.
Machado is working hard here to advance position.#T5#
Machado tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Machado is working to get back to half guard.
Machado bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (5) Hlervu
Machado has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hlervu trying to control the position here.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Machado pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now.
Hlervu trying to control the position here.
Machado tries to free his leg and advance position but Hlervu is retaining full guard.
Machado looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Machado (2) vs (7) Hlervu#SUB#
Machado looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Hlervu is stalling in the full guard.
Machado on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Machado tries to get out of the position.
More stalling from Hlervu.#SUB#
Machado is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hlervu passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Machado (2) vs (10) Hlervu
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T8#
Hlervu has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Machado (2) vs (12) Hlervu
Machado is trying to escape the mount.
Hlervu controlling from the full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado can't escape the position.
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount. #T9#
Machado tries to lock up and control but Hlervu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Machado has left one of his arms exposed and Hlervu doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Machado screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tendren Hlervu!
During a confident post fight interview, Tendren Hlervu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 12
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Smasher Man!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Steve Smith and William Peck.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu goes for a double leg but Man avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Man continues to drive forward.
Man feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Hlervu gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hlervu (2) vs (0) Man#SUB#
Man is defending against the submission attempts here by Hlervu.
Hlervu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Man manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T1#
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Man is keeping the position for now.
Hlervu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Man wants to improve his position but instead Hlervu has moved into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Hlervu seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Man does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hlervu is thwarting Man's attempts to control the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Man can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hlervu wants to take a breather but Man is having none of it.
Man is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Man trying to control from the bottom.
Hlervu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Man is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Man won't allow it.
Man wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Man tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.#T4#
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Hlervu could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T5#
Man wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Hlervu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hlervu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Man for as long as he can get away with.
Man tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Man is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
Hlervu not doing much here.
Hlervu has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (0) Man
Hlervu controlling from the full mount. #T7#
Man tries to reverse the position but Hlervu maintains control.
Man is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action.
Hlervu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hlervu looking to control but Man is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu avoids the attempt from Man to control.#T8#
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Man tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Man is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action.
Hlervu controlling from the full mount. #T9#
Man really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hlervu controlling from mount.
Hlervu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hlervu'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.#T10#
Hlervu wants to control the pace but Man is squirming around nicely.
Hlervu controlling his opponent. #T11#
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.
Man is trying to escape the mount.
Hlervu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Man is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Man is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Hlervu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Man is trying desperately to improve position.
Man is squirming around, avoiding Hlervu's attempts to control the action.
Man bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (5) vs (2) Man#T13#
Man trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Man trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlervu controlling the position.
Man pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hlervu is keeping the position for now. #T14#
Hlervu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Hlervu throws his legs up looking for a submission but Man uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (5) vs (5) Man
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Hlervu gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Hlervu takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Tendren Hlervu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 9
Date: Jul 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Barthelemy Boganda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Eddie Farnsworth and Russell Pearce.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hlervu looking to score a takedown here. Boganda is defending well but Hlervu drives through and ends up in Boganda's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boganda (0) vs (2) Hlervu#SUB#
Boganda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hlervu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Boganda working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hlervu has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Boganda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boganda wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
Hlervu should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#T1##SUB#
Boganda actively working from the bottom here.
Hlervu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hlervu prevents Boganda from improving his position.
Hlervu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boganda is trying to control but can't.
Boganda moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hlervu works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
Hlervu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boganda is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Hlervu 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.
#SUB#
Hlervu moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Boganda. Score +3 for passing guard: Boganda (0) vs (5) Hlervu#SUB2#
Hlervu has hold of Boganda's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Boganda seems comfortable defending it but Hlervu has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Boganda is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Boganda is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Hlervu couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tendren Hlervu!
After winning the bout, Tendren Hlervu 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:
Stepping Stone 4
Date: Jul 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Tendren Hlervu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Lyle Gill!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, William Gold and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hlervu shoots in for a double leg but Gill sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Hlervu gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hlervu (4) vs (0) Gill
Hlervu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gill manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hlervu (4) vs (2) Gill
Gill trying to pass the guard but Hlervu defending well. #SUB2#
Gill is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hlervu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hlervu desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu tries to roll over but Gill keeps him under control.#T1#
Gill moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hlervu (4) vs (5) Gill
Gill trying to control the position but Hlervu is working away.
Hlervu wants to control but Gill postures up.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Hlervu's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gill is looking to take a break and control but Hlervu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gill is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hlervu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Gill thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3##SUB2#
Gill working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hlervu trying to control but Gill flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hlervu (4) vs (8) Gill
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Gill working for the choke.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Gill has eaten all the pies!
Hlervu trying to control the position but Gill manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Hlervu is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T4##SUB2#
Gill tightening his grip on Hlervu, looking for the choke.
Hlervu trying to control the hands but Gill breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Gill working for a choke but Hlervu is defending well.
Hlervu can't escape the position.
#T5#
Hlervu is keeping busy.
Hlervu just looking to survive in the bad position.
Hlervu rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hlervu holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T6#
Hlervu trying to control here.
Hlervu is trying to get back to full guard.
Gill wants to control but Hlervu is keeping him busy.
Hlervu holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hlervu is looking to control Gill's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hlervu avoid being mounted?
Gill seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7##SUB2#
Gill is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gill controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu is not content to let Gill control the position.#T8#
Hlervu is trying to maintain the position but Gill is very close to passing his half guard.
Gill trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hlervu is trying to maintain the position but Gill is very close to passing his half guard.
Gill is keen to just control but Hlervu is a slippery customer.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9##SUB2#
Gill is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Hlervu as he works his way to full guard.
Gill is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gill trying to control the position from guard on top but Hlervu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Gill looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu has his hands on Gill's head, controlling the position.
Hlervu keeping full guard, as Gill tries to pass.
Hlervu trying to control the position here. #T11#
Gill trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Gill is fighting to break Hlervu's control of his arms but Hlervu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T12#
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Gill from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hlervu looking for a guillotine here but Gill defends easily.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Gill from controlling successfully.
Hlervu is pulling down on Gill's head. It's preventing any offense from Gill, at least for the moment.#T13#
Hlervu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hlervu keeping moving, preventing Gill from controlling successfully.
Hlervu controlling the position.
Gill trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom. #T14#
Gill trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hlervu trying to control the position.
Hlervu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Gill trying to control but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlervu has Gill pulled in close to control his posture.
Gill looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gill wins on points by 8 to 4. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 1
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rumsfeld Shart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Franklyn Lucas and Chad Campbell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hlervu looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Shart! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shart (0) vs (4) Hlervu
Shart struggling a bit here.
Shart is looking for a sweep.
Hlervu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Shart sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Shart! Score +3 for passing guard: Shart (0) vs (7) Hlervu
Shart is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T1##SUB2#
Hlervu has control of Shart's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Shart regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Shart is wriggling around trying to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hlervu goes for an armbar but Shart turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Shart. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (2) vs (7) Hlervu
Shart is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Shart looking to sit in guard and control but Hlervu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (2) vs (9) Hlervu
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shart working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Hlervu stopping the sweep attempt from Shart.
Shart pulls Hlervu in close to his closed guard and prevents Hlervu from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shart is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Shart escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hlervu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Shart is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hlervu defends well.#T4#
Hlervu is fighting to break Shart's control of his arms but Shart is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Shart looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hlervu wants to control from the top but Shart keeps moving.
Shart trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Shart had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hlervu defends it easily.#T5#
Hlervu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shart is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hlervu drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hlervu jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Shart looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Shart looking for a guillotine here but Hlervu defends easily.
Hlervu works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T6##SUB2#
Hlervu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shart sees it coming and defends easily.
Shart wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Hlervu 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! Shart is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tendren Hlervu!
Tendren Hlervu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Rumsfeld Shart was interviewed post fight and said 'You either win or you learn, this time I learned... Ossss'. |
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