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Event:
NYF Fight Night Rio
Date: Mar 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Jansen connects with a body shot.
Jansen 's coach down at Julians Sports Bar & Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jansen 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Jansen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wilkinson's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Josh Wilkinson has been cut.
Wilkinson is breathing heavily.
Wilkinson throws a head kick that misses.
Jansen scores with a punch to the head.
Wilkinson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wilkinson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jansen defends well and Wilkinson ends up having to push Jansen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Jansen .
Jansen stalling in the clinch.
Jansen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wilkinson's elbow.
Come on Jansen - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jansen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but Jansen forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jansen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Jansen lands a body shot.
Jansen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilkinsons head.
A hook to the body from Jansen .
Jansen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jansen .
Jansen 's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
A hook to the body from Jansen .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jansen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jansen digs a right hand underneath Wilkinson's ribcage. Wilkinson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jansen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Jansen leaning against his opponent.
#BC2#
Jansen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jansen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#ROC2#Wilkinson is rocked!
Jansen fakes the body blow, causing Wilkinson to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Wilkinson goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Marco Jansen !
A victorious Marco Jansen 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:
NYF 54: Traumen vs Field
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Dean scores with a hook to the body. Wilkinson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Wilkinson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Dean scores with a shot to the body.
Dean tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dean fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wilkinson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A jab from Dean does it's job there.
Dean lands a body shot.
Dean lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Wilkinson at a distance.
Dean lands a front kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wilkinson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dean looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dean wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randall Dean seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dean swings for the body but Wilkinson moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Wilkinson misses.
Dean thuds his shin into the meat of Wilkinson's side.
Dean scores with a body shot.
Dean tests Wilkinson's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Dean fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wilkinson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#KD#
Dean drops Wilkinson with a beautiful combination! Wilkinson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Dean is looking for the KO!#ROC#Wilkinson is rocked!
Dean ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wilkinson is still on wobbly legs! Can Dean finish him?
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Dean engages and cracks Wilkinson with a massive lead left hook - Wilkinson tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Dean is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randall Dean!
A relieved looking Randall Dean 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:
NYF 51 :Traumen vs Santos
Date: Jan 27, 2024 |
#R1#
Cruz scores with a nice strike.
Wilkinson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Wilkinson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Cruz darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice body punch from Cruz.
A jab from Cruz does it's job there.
Ricardo Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cruz lands with a straight right. Wilkinson didn't see that one coming.
Wilkinson needs to keep his hands up - Cruz had a free shot at his head there.#TD2#
Cruz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Wilkinson was covering up waiting for the punch and Cruz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cruz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cruz's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Cruz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Cruz cracks Wilkinson with a solid left hand.#T1##SUB#
Wilkinson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cruz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cruz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Cruz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Cruz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Cruz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Cruz chips away with some ground and pound.#ROC2#Wilkinson is rocked!
Cruz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Oh Wilkinson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2##SUB2#
Cruz drops back looking for a leg! Wilkinson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wilkinson manages to kick Cruz off! Cruz jumps back into Wilkinson's guard.
Wilkinson seems to have got his legs back now.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cruz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Cruz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Cruz wants to control from the top but Wilkinson keeps moving.
Cruz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Cruz working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cruz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Cruz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Cruz trying to control but Wilkinson is working from the bottom.
Wilkinson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Wilkinson wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Wilkinson looking for a guillotine here but Cruz defends easily.
Cruz 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.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cruz has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#TD2#
Cruz shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Cruz slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cruz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Wilkinson actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricardo Cruz dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Cruz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Wilkinson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Wilkinson tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Cruz is trying to get an arm triangle but Wilkinson is defending well.
Cruz cracks Wilkinson with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB2#
Cruz tries for a kimura but Wilkinson is defending well.
Cruz works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Wilkinson!
Ricardo Cruz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cruz lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Cruz has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Wilkinson's face.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cruz is landing with some decent strikes but Wilkinson is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T1#
Cruz content just to control the position here.
Cruz lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Cruz content just to control the position here.
Cruz postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! Wilkinson is out cold - huge knockout for Cruz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ricardo Cruz! |
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Event:
NYF 48: Carter vs Walsh
Date: Jan 06, 2024 |
#R1#
Thompson works Wilkinson's body with a nice hook.
Thompson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Wilkinson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Thompson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wilkinson is breathing heavily.
Wilkinson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Thompson cracks a nice hook into Wilkinson's ribs.
Thompson dips to his left and cracks Wilkinson with an uppercut!
Thompson lands a right hook to the body.
Wilkinson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thompson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Wilkinson rather than just go for the knockout.#KD2#
Thompson lands a left and a right that send Wilkinson crashing to the mat, dazed. Thompson thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Wilkinson is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thompson closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Wilkinson out cold! Wilkinson corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jackson Thompson!
Jackson Thompson took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Can you feel that? What an incredible night! I want to thank each and every one of you for being here and for the amazing support you've shown me tonight. The Bull is charging full speed ahead, and I promise you, the best is yet to come!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 14, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Gibson gets tackled into the cage by Wilkinson. Wilkinson maintains the clinch.
Gibson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wilkinson prevents it.
#TD#
Wilkinson pulls Gibson into guard.
Gibson won't allow Wilkinson to sweep him here.
Gibson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wilkinson trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Wilkinson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gibson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilkinson is keeping the position for now.
Gibson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wilkinson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gibson working some strikes from top position.
Gibson trying to control but Wilkinson is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Wilkinson looking for a guillotine here but Gibson defends easily.
#SUB#
Gibson content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Wilkinson has locked up a guillotine! Wilkinson's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Gibson is holding on here and Wilkinson must be using up a lot of energy. Gibson has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Wilkinson gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Josh Wilkinson!
A relieved looking Josh Wilkinson 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:
CFC 602
Date: Nov 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Warner shoots in looking for a takedown. Wilkinson tries to sprawl out of it but Warner keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wilkinson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wilkinson scores with a sloppy right hand. Warner should have avoided that one. #TD2#
Wilkinson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Warner to the mat! Warner manages to get full guard.
Wilkinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Warner looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warner seems keen to control Wilkinson's posture.
Wilkinson 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.
Warner keeping moving, preventing Wilkinson from controlling successfully. #T1#
Warner thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Wilkinson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Warner looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wilkinson wants to control from the top but Warner keeps moving.
Warner wants to sweep but no luck.
Warner pulls Wilkinson in close to his closed guard and prevents Wilkinson from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Wilkinson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T2#
Warner struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Wilkinson tries for a kimura but Warner is defending well.
Warner wants to control but Wilkinson postures up.
Wilkinson grinds an elbow into Warner's temple. #SUB2#
Wilkinson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Warner knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Warner wants to control but Wilkinson postures up.
Warner tries to bench press Wilkinson off him but Wilkinson keeps the position. #T3#
Wilkinson tries to move to mount but Warner blocks the move with his legs.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wilkinson working the ground and pound.
Wilkinson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Warner is looking to regain half guard here but Wilkinson keeps moving and retains side control.
Wilkinson lands an elbow. #SUB2#
Wilkinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Warner is defending well. #SUB2#
Wilkinson tries for a kimura but Warner is defending well.
Wilkinson trying to control the position but Warner is working away. #T4#
Warner is looking to regain half guard here but Wilkinson keeps moving and retains side control.
Warner is trying to control Wilkinson's posture but Wilkinson avoids it.
Warner is looking for a sweep.
Warner is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilkinson working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Wilkinson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Warner wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josh Wilkinson dominated that round.
That's time! Warner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Warner looks to land a combination but Wilkinson avoids it well.
Warner lands a nice looking body shot.
Warner tries to clinch but Wilkinson is having none of it.
Warner tries to clinch but Wilkinson moves out of range.
Wilkinson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Warner avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Wilkinson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Warner wants to control the action here but instead Wilkinson manages to pass to full mount! #T1#
Wilkinson lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Wilkinson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Warner is wriggling around trying to escape.
Warner looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Warner looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Warner is trying to stand back up. #T2#
Wilkinson gets his hands free as Warner looks to control. #SUB2#
Wilkinson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Wilkinson has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Warner! Can he survive? No! He's out! Wilkinson gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Josh Wilkinson!
A very excited looking Josh Wilkinson 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:
HRL19 Jackson vs Ribeiro
Date: Sep 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Lawson misses with a straight right.
Lawson misses with an uppercut.
Wilkinson gets off balance looking for a body kick#KD#
and Lawson counters with a crisp right hand that drops Wilkinson! Lawson lets Wilkinson back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT#It looks like Josh Wilkinson has been cut.
Lawson throws a hook to the side of Wilkinson's head but Wilkinson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Lawson misses its intended target.
Wilkinson feints the counter takedown.#KD#
Lawson lands a big right hand that sends Wilkinson crashing to the mat! Lawson stays standing though and waves Wilkinson back to his feet!#ROC#Wilkinson is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawson lands a brutal uppercut that launches Wilkinson off his feet! Wilkinson tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tyler Lawson!
Tyler Lawson made sure to mention his sponsor, Furnace Performance 🔥 in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
HRL15:Glover vs Jackson
Date: Sep 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Wilkinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mike cracks Wilkinson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mike lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mike misses with a looping right.
Wilkinson feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Mike has managed to clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Wilkinson jumps guard but Mike stands there with Wilkinson around his waist. Wilkinson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mike misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mike lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mike lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Mike throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilkinsons head.
Mike scores with a shot to the side of Wilkinson's head. #T1#
Mike is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A hook to the body from Mike.
Wilkinson looks winded!
Mike lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mike lands a right hand.
A short right from Mike on the inside.
Mike throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilkinsons head.
Mike lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Mike scores with a nice short uppercut.
Come on Mike - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Wilkinson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Mike dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Mike lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Mike.
Mike presses Wilkinson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mike lands a body punch in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mike.
Mike scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Wilkinson is rocked!
Mike lands a big right hand that drops Wilkinson! The killer instinct kicks in and Mike finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Mike!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Killer Mike! |
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Event:
HLR7: Momomoto vs Fajardo
Date: Aug 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Schultz lands with a nice combination. Wilkinson backs away looking to recover.#TD#
Wilkinson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wilkinson is looking to take a break and control but Schultz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Wilkinson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Wilkinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Schultz is defending well.
Schultz defending against the ground and pound. #T1#
The strikes coming from Wilkinson are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Wilkinson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Schultz, who protects the arm well.
Wilkinson prevents Schultz from escaping the position.
Check out the look on Wilkinson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Schultz is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Schultz is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Schultz prevents Wilkinson from improving position. #SUB#
Wilkinson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Wilkinson trying to control the position but Schultz is working away.
Wilkinson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Schultz has escaped the position, nice work there.
Wilkinson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schultz keeps working.
The ground and pound from Wilkinson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Wilkinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Schultz is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Wilkinson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Schultz has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Wilkinson but great work by Schultz.
Wilkinson keeping his opponent close.#SU2#
Schultz decides to stand back up.
Schultz works Wilkinson's body with a nice hook.
Wilkinson throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Schultz moves into the clinch.
Schultz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schultz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Schultz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wilkinson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T4#
Schultz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wilkinson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Schultz to keep the fight standing.
Wilkinson is trying to pull guard but Schultz has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Josh Wilkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schultz lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilkinson.
Schultz throws a head punch that misses.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Schultz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ron Schultz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Schultz moves away from the strike by Wilkinson.
Schultz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wilkinson seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Wilkinson misses the shot to the body.
Wilkinson shoots in looking for a takedown but Schultz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wilkinson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Schultz cracks Wilkinson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wilkinson misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Schultz counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Schultz.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but Schultz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Josh Wilkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schultz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Wilkinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Schultz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Schultz.
Wilkinson blocking some punches.
Schultz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Schultz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A hook to the body from Schultz.
Schultz lands a left hand.
Schultz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schultz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Wilkinson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Schultz smiles and moves away.
#T2#
Schultz with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wilkinson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Schultz on the side of the head.
Schultz lands a two punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schultz throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Wilkinson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Schultz to the ground. Wilkinson is now in Schultz's guard.
Schultz wants to stand but Wilkinson is controlling the position.
Wilkinson looking to pass the guard.
Wilkinson stops Schultz from standing up.
Schultz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Wilkinson trying to control but Schultz is working from the bottom.
Wilkinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Schultz can do anything to dispel that myth.
Wilkinson wants to control from the top but Schultz keeps moving.
Wilkinson looking to pass the guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Wilkinson is in close to Schultz's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Wilkinson wants to control from the top but Schultz keeps moving.
Wilkinson pushing down on Schultz's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Wilkinson is trying to control. Schultz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Wilkinson throwing shots but Schultz is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schultz defends it well.
Wilkinson controlling the pace. #SUB#
Wilkinson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Schultz is just riding it out for now. Wilkinson eventually gives up the hold. #ES2#
Schultz has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Wilkinson is on him like a limpet, forcing Schultz back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ron Schultz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Schultz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wilkinson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wilkinson takes one to the chin there.
Schultz swinging wildly here.
Schultz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wilkinson manages to avoid it.
Schultz closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Wilkinson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Schultz to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilkinson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Schultz pinned against the cage. Schultz gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Schultz misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Wilkinson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schultz manages to avoid it.
Wilkinson takes one to the chin there.
Wilkinson shoots in and drives through. Schultz sprawls well.
Schultz tries to close the distance and clinch but Wilkinson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wilkinson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schultz dips to his left and cracks Wilkinson with an uppercut!
Wilkinson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Schultz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wilkinson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Josh Wilkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schultz lands a slapping body shot.
Wilkinson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Schultz ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Schultz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Schultz lands a body punch.
Schultz stalling the fight.
Schultz has Wilkinson pressed against the cage.
Good body shot from Schultz.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schultz lands a body punch.
Schultz lands a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Schultz. #T3#
Schultz is leaning against Wilkinson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Schultz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Schultz lands a body shot.
Schultz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilkinson or not.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but Schultz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Wilkinson jumps guard but Schultz stands there with Wilkinson around his waist. Wilkinson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Schultz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilkinson or not.
Schultz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A body shot lands from Schultz.
#T4#
A right handed body shot lands from Schultz.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the head.
Schultz lands a right hand.
Schultz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilkinsons head. #ROC2#Wilkinson is rocked!
Schultz lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Wilkinson to his knees! Schultz keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ron Schultz!
In his post fight interview, Ron Schultz started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 205 lbs, Round 4
Date: Jul 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Kovacevic with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Josh Wilkinson has been cut.
Wilkinson shoots in but Kovacevic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wilkinson misses with a takedown
and Kovacevic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Wilkinson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kovacevic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hrvoje Kovacevic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Josh Wilkinson.
Wilkinson misses with a right hand
and Kovacevic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Kovacevic drops Wilkinson with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Wilkinson looks back up at him and smiles so Kovacevic waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Wilkinson is rocked!
Kovacevic seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wilkinson is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Kovacevic doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Wilkinson crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Wilkinson's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hrvoje Kovacevic!
A victorious Hrvoje Kovacevic 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:
The Island Season 14, 205 lbs, Round 3
Date: Jul 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Schultz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schultz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Schultz staying out of range there.
Wilkinson shoots in for a takedown but Schultz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Schultz throws a hook but Wilkinson blocks it.
Wilkinson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Schultz scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wilkinson staying out of range there.
Wilkinson feints the counter takedown.
A shot to the body from Schultz misses #TD2#
and Wilkinson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilkinson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wilkinson works over Schultz with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Wilkinson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Wilkinson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Wilkinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schultz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Wilkinson throws a big elbow that misses.
Schultz wants to stand and escape but Wilkinson is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schultz trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Schultz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wilkinson controls the pace.
Wilkinson working some strikes from top position.
Wilkinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Schultz is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Wilkinson dives into side control.
Schultz is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Wilkinson is controlling him well.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Schultz being controlled for a moment. #SUB2#
Wilkinson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Schultz wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Schultz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Wilkinson controls the position from side control.
Schultz is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Wilkinson is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Wilkinson swings around for an armbar but Schultz sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Wilkinson's guard.
Wilkinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Wilkinson has a closed guard, preventing Schultz from standing up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wilkinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Wilkinson 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! Schultz rolls with it to try and escape but Wilkinson cranks on the arm and Schultz is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Josh Wilkinson!
A very excited looking Josh Wilkinson 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:
The Island Season 14, 205 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jul 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Wilkinson misses with a takedown attempt
and Muhmoney counters with a stiff right hand.
Muhmoney slips a jab and a cross from Wilkinson.
#TD#
Wilkinson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Muhmoney napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Muhmoney has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Wilkinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Muhmoney is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Muhmoney is trying to work for a sweep but Wilkinson has mounted him!#SUB#
Wilkinson is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Muhmoney can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Muhmoney keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Muhmoney is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Wilkinson has taken his back.
Muhmoney looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1##SUB#
Wilkinson 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, Muhmoney has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Muhmoney can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Wilkinson is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Muhmoney has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Muhmoney tries to roll but Wilkinson sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Wilkinson is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Muhmoney won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Wilkinson off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Josh Wilkinson!
A victorious Josh Wilkinson 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:
The Island Season 14, 205 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Wilkinson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jackson on his heels. He'll look to pass Jackson 's guard now, I'm sure.
Wilkinson looking to pass the guard.
Wilkinson looking to sit in guard and control but Jackson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Jackson is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Wilkinson has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Jackson is looking to defend but Wilkinson has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Jackson ! Wilkinson pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Jackson taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Josh Wilkinson!
After winning the bout, Josh Wilkinson 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:
KIFC 93-
Date: Jun 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Banger displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wilkinson.
Wilkinson fails to land the takedown.
Wilkinson goes for a double leg but Banger avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Banger continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Josh Wilkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Banger lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Banger is working Wilkinson over against the cage.
Banger struggles to land a body shot inside as Wilkinson controls his hands.
Banger tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Banger lands with a short shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Banger.
A right handed body shot lands from Banger.
Wilkinson is breathing heavily.
Banger lands a body shot in the clinch.
Banger lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Banger lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Banger.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Banger.
Still in the clinch, Banger scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Banger just stands there and leans against the cage.
Banger lands with a short shot to the head.
Banger lands with a right to the head.
Banger lands a nice uppercut.
Banger lands a shoulder strike.
Banger working some nice short punches in the clinch.
I was talking to Wilkinson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body punch from Banger - that landed with a thud.
Banger lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Banger lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilkinson.
Banger lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
Banger displaying some good clinch control by pressing Wilkinson up against the cage.
Wilkinson fails to pull guard.
Banger lands an uppercut.
Banger lands a body punch.
Banger working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the head.
Banger lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Banger digs a right hand into Wilkinson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wilkinson's gas tank.
A short right from Banger on the inside. #T3#
Banger lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Banger throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilkinsons head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Banger.
Banger is working Wilkinson over against the cage.
Banger makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Banger stalling against the cage.
Wilkinson jumps guard but Banger stands there with Wilkinson around his waist. Wilkinson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Banger lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but Banger forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T4#
Banger throws a head punch that misses.
Banger lands a hook to the side of the head.
Banger softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Banger lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilkinson backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wilkinson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wilkinson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Banger misses with a punch to the body.
Wilkinson being controlled against the cage.
Banger works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bubba Banger dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Wilkinson with a poor takedown #KD2#
and Banger counters with a nice right hand that sends Wilkinson toppling to the canvas! Wilkinson scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Banger finish him?!#ROC2#Wilkinson is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Wilkinson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Banger as he avoids it easily.
Banger looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wilkinson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Banger counters with a crisp right that sends Wilkinson to the canvas! Banger follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bubba Banger!
Our winner, Bubba Banger, 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:
KIFC 82-
Date: Jun 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Wilkinson shoots in looking for a takedown. Pulizzi tries to sprawl out of it but Wilkinson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pulizzi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wilkinson tries for a takedown but Pulizzi circles away easily
enabling Pulizzi to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Wilkinson. #SUB#
Wilkinson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Wilkinson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Pulizzi looks to move to half guard but instead Wilkinson has passed into mount! Damn!
Wilkinson raining down shots from the mount!
Wilkinson controlling from the full mount.
Wilkinson pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T1#
Pulizzi is trying desperately to improve position.
Wilkinson controlling from mount.
Pulizzi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pulizzi is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pulizzi is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pulizzi wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB#
Wilkinson has managed to slip his arm under Pulizzi's chin. This could be all over... yep, Pulizzi is tapping out! Submission win for Wilkinson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Josh Wilkinson!
Josh Wilkinson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
KIFC 68
Date: May 19, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Tsuru closes the distance and pushes Wilkinson back into the cage.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the head.
Tsuru lands a nice uppercut.
I was talking to Tsuru's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsuru.
A left hand lands to the body for Tsuru.
Wilkinson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tsuru slowing the pace effectively.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsuru.
Nice body punch from Tsuru.
Tsuru throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilkinsons head.
Tsuru lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tsuru lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsuru lands a left hand.
Tsuru pushes Wilkinson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Wilkinson looks winded!
A nice left hand lands by Tsuru.
Tsuru lands a nice uppercut.
Tsuru gets through Wilkinson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Tsuru. #T1#
A short body shot lands from Tsuru as the two fighters clinch.
Tsuru is working Wilkinson over against the cage.
Tsuru gets through Wilkinson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC#Wilkinson is rocked!
A short uppercut from Tsuru.
Wilkinson is still on wobbly legs! Can Tsuru finish him?
Tsuru throws a big uppercut that drops Wilkinson! More strikes from Tsuru and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Wilkinson lies dazed against the cage as Tsuru celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tomo Tsuru! |
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Event:
KIFC 52
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Moore lands an impressive looking overhand right. Wilkinson doesn't seem phased though.
Moore looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wilkinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#TD#
Wilkinson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Moore struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Wilkinson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Wilkinson is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Moore looks calm but he's in trouble here. Wilkinson gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Moore is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Wilkinson lets go of the hold and Moore can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Josh Wilkinson!
A victorious Josh Wilkinson 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:
KIFC 41
Date: Apr 03, 2023 |
#R1#
DeBlass shoots for a takedown but Wilkinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
DeBlass tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wilkinson swivels and escapes.#TD2#
DeBlass shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
DeBlass not doing much here.
Wilkinson is trying to get back to full guard.
DeBlass with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
DeBlass is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wilkinson is just riding it out for now. DeBlass eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
DeBlass is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wilkinson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time DeBlass. #T1#
DeBlass wants to free his trapped foot but Wilkinson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
DeBlass wants to take a breather but Wilkinson is having none of it.
Wilkinson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
DeBlass has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Elite Boxing Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Wilkinson trying to control but DeBlass postures up.
#SUB#
Wilkinson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Wilkinson wants to control but DeBlass is keeping busy and won't allow it.
DeBlass looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
DeBlass is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeBlass wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wilkinson keeps working.
Wilkinson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wilkinson is staying active underneath DeBlass, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DeBlass tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Wilkinson defends well and DeBlass ends up having to push Wilkinson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Josh Wilkinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom DeBlass.#TD#
Wilkinson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Wilkinson lands in his opponent's guard.#T3##SUB#
Wilkinson 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.
Wilkinson trying to control but DeBlass is working from the bottom.
Wilkinson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed DeBlass's guard.
Wilkinson is thwarting DeBlass's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Wilkinson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
DeBlass wants to improve his position but Wilkinson is controlling well.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
DeBlass preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Wilkinson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. DeBlass defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeBlass is trying to get back to full guard.
Wilkinson trying to control from half guard but DeBlass is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DeBlass tries to get to full guard but Wilkinson has control of the leg.
DeBlass gets full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Josh Wilkinson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A big left from Wilkinson misses.
DeBlass fails with a takedown attempt.
Wilkinson looks to land a combination. DeBlass sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
DeBlass dives in and grabs Wilkinson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wilkinson pushes down on DeBlass's head and hops out.
Wilkinson tries to counter with a takedown but DeBlass is quick to defend against it.
Wilkinson throws a looping overhand right but DeBlass ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeBlass dives in and grabs Wilkinson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wilkinson pushes down on DeBlass's head and hops out.
Josh Wilkinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom DeBlass.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from DeBlass.
Wilkinson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from DeBlass.#T1##TD#
Wilkinson 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.
Wilkinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
DeBlass wants to sweep here but Wilkinson controlling him for the moment.
Wilkinson wants to control from the top but DeBlass keeps moving.
Wilkinson postures up in DeBlass's guard and throws a big left but DeBlass blocks it.
DeBlass really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wilkinson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wilkinson passes into half guard.
Wilkinson works his way into full mount!
DeBlass gets back to half guard.
DeBlass keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
DeBlass is looking for a sweep. Wilkinson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wilkinson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
DeBlass is refusing to be controlled, as Wilkinson sits in half guard.
DeBlass tries to get to full guard but Wilkinson has control of the leg.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
DeBlass is looking to control Wilkinson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can DeBlass avoid being mounted?
Wilkinson winds up and cracks DeBlass with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
DeBlass is looking to control Wilkinson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can DeBlass avoid being mounted?
Wilkinson is looking to advance position but DeBlass won't allow it. #SUB#
DeBlass is defending against the submission attempts here by Wilkinson.
#T3#
DeBlass wants to control but Wilkinson is keeping busy.
Wilkinson wants to pass the guard but DeBlass is defending well.
Wilkinson thows a huge punch but DeBlass dodges it nicely.
DeBlass is trying to get back to full guard.
DeBlass is still trying to improve position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wilkinson working DeBlass over with strikes.
Wilkinson wants to lay and pray for a moment but DeBlass keeps working.
DeBlass tries to roll over but Wilkinson keeps him under control.
DeBlass is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Wilkinson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can DeBlass defend it? Wilkinson steps over the head and cranks it - DeBlass is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Wilkinson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Josh Wilkinson!
An out of breath Josh Wilkinson 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:
KIFC 26
Date: Mar 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Wilkinson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Wang changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wilkinson tries to avoid it but Wang manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wilkinson to the ground. Wilkinson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wang tries to clinch up but Wilkinson circles away and keeps his distance.
Wilkinson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wilkinson feinted with a counter takedown.
Wing Wang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wilkinson fails to land with a series of punches.
We've been informed that Wang has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Wilkinson misses with a hook.
Wang lands the left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilkinson shoots in looking for a takedown. Wang tries to sprawl out of it but Wilkinson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wang manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wilkinson misses with a takedown
and Wang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wilkinson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Josh Wilkinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Wang staying out of range there.
Wang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wilkinson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wilkinson feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Wang pushes Wilkinson up against the cage in a clinch.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Wang just stands there and leans against the cage.
Wang scores with a nice hook to the head.
Still in the clinch, Wang scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wang lands a nice uppercut.
Wang lands a shot to the body.#T2##BC2#
Wang breaks the clinch.
Wang lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Wang.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Wang enables Wilkinson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Wang manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Wang has his foot on Wilkinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wilkinson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Wang is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Wang escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wilkinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Wang looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Wang is looking for a triangle but Wilkinson pushes his legs off easily.
#T3#
Wilkinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wang swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Wilkinson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Wilkinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Wilkinson is looking to work some ground and pound but Wang has wrist control.
Wang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Wilkinson has gone for a leg lock! Wang slips out almost immediately though and dives into Wilkinson's guard.#REVB#
Wang postures up in Wilkinson's guard and throws a big left but Wilkinson blocks it. #T4##SUB#
Wilkinson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Wang is aware though and is defending well.
Wang looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wang defends well.#SUB#
Wilkinson working for a triangle but Wang defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wang stopping the sweep attempt from Wilkinson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wing Wang dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A jab from Wang does it's job there.#TD#
Wilkinson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Wang is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wilkinson pulls his head out easily.
Wilkinson is keen to just control but Wang is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Wilkinson is working for a kimura but Wang is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilkinson 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.
Wang is refusing to be controlled, as Wilkinson sits in half guard. #T1#
Wilkinson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Wilkinson wants to pass to mount but Wang is defending the position.
Wilkinson working Wang over with strikes.
Wang manages to get to full guard.
Wang wants to sweep here but Wilkinson controlling him for the moment.
Wang has momentary wrist control but Wilkinson slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
Wilkinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wilkinson landing with the ground and pound.
Wilkinson throwing strikes from guard but Wang blocks nicely.
Wilkinson is pushing down on Wang's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wang is fighting to maintain full guard but Wilkinson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wilkinson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wang defends it well. #T3#
Wang is trying to maintain the position but Wilkinson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Wilkinson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wang sees it coming and defends easily.
Wilkinson is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Wang actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wang doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Wilkinson. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wilkinson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wang does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Wilkinson is working for a kimura but Wang is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Wilkinson is looking for a kimura here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josh Wilkinson dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wang is looking to clinch but Wilkinson is avoiding it.
Wilkinson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wilkinson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wang circles away.
Wang lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Wang getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD#
Wilkinson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Josh Wilkinson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Wang has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Wilkinson. Oh but Wang has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Wilkinson goes limp - he's gone! Wang jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Wing Wang!
Wing Wang 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:
KIFC 20
Date: Mar 04, 2023 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wilkinson.
Forrester Jr takes a swing at Wilkinson's ribcage but misses.
Wilkinson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT2#It looks like Josh Wilkinson has been cut.
Wilkinson staying out of range there.
Forrester Jr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wilkinson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forrester Jr misses with a looping left.
Wilkinson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Wilkinson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Forrester Jr quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Wilkinson 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. Forrester Jr tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Wilkinson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Josh Wilkinson!
Josh Wilkinson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Long tries for a takedown but Wilkinson circles away easily#TD2#
and Wilkinson counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Wilkinson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Wilkinson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Wilkinson working away.
Long is being controlled here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilkinson scores with punches from side control.
Long tries to buck Wilkinson off but Wilkinson is having none of it.#SUB2#
Wilkinson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Wilkinson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Long is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB2#
Wilkinson tries for a kimura but Long is defending well. #SUB2#
Wilkinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Long is defending well.
Long is trying to improve his position.
Long wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Long is letting Wilkinson control him for a moment. #T2#
Long tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Wilkinson easily slips into full mount!
Wilkinson working away from the top, dropping strikes.#SUB2#
Wilkinson is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Long has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Long!
Long trying to control the position from guard on top but Wilkinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Wilkinson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Long can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Long pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilkinson is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Wilkinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Long in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Wilkinson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Long preventing the sweep.
Long wants to stand but Wilkinson is controlling his posture from full guard.
Long wants to control from the top but Wilkinson keeps moving. #T4#
Wilkinson wants to sweep here but Long controlling him for the moment.
Long distracts Wilkinson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Wilkinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Long is one step ahead there.
Wilkinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Wilkinson connects with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josh Wilkinson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A lazy body kick from Long #TD2#
and Wilkinson counters with a single leg into guard. Long didn't expect that.
Long is wriggling around but Wilkinson manages to pass to half guard.
Wilkinson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#REVR##SUB#
Long looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Wilkinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Long knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Wilkinson on the ground.
Long has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wilkinson is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wilkinson seems to be working for a kimura but Long defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Wilkinson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T1#
Wilkinson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Wilkinson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Wilkinson is working for a kimura but Long is defending it quite comfortably.
Wilkinson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Wilkinson trying to control the pace.
Long tries to get to full guard but Wilkinson has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Wilkinson seems to be looking for submissions.
Long wants to sweep but Wilkinson has passed to side control!
Josh Wilkinson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wilkinson cracks Long with a big right hand but Long just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T3##SUB2#
Wilkinson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Wilkinson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Wilkinson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Wilkinson tries to advance to mount but Long instead regains half guard.
Wilkinson lands with a punch from half guard.
Wilkinson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Wilkinson is looking to advance position but Long won't allow it. #T4#
Long is trying to control but can't.
Wilkinson is nestled in close to Long, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Wilkinson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Long is just riding it out for now. Wilkinson eventually gives up the hold.
Long trying to control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Wilkinson is working for a submission of some sort.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josh Wilkinson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Long moves to clinch but Wilkinson breaks away #TD2#
and Wilkinson counters with a takedown into side control.
Long is looking for a sweep.
Wilkinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Wilkinson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Long knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Wilkinson controlling from side mount. #SUB2#
Wilkinson is working to tighten his grip on Long's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Long has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Wilkinson is really squeezing tight and eventually Long passes out! Wilkinson breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Josh Wilkinson!
A very excited looking Josh Wilkinson 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Lavine shoots in and drives through. Wilkinson sprawls well.
Wilkinson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lavine has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Wilkinson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wilkinson trying to control but Lavine is working from the bottom.
Wilkinson 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.
Wilkinson trying to control but Lavine is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wilkinson drops back looking for a leg! Lavine is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lavine manages to kick Wilkinson off! Wilkinson jumps back into Lavine's guard.
Wilkinson prevents Lavine from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Wilkinson pushing down on Lavine's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Wilkinson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lavine is staying active underneath Wilkinson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Wilkinson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lavine defending well though.
Wilkinson is trying to control the action in half guard but Lavine is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lavine avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Wilkinson.
Wilkinson passes to side control.
Wilkinson has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Wilkinson controlling from the full mount. #T2#
Wilkinson lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#SUB2#
Wilkinson is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Lavine is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Josh Wilkinson!
A relieved looking Josh Wilkinson 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 06, 2023 |
#R1#
KIid misses with a low kick.
Unboki KIid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
KIid drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Wilkinson has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. KIid doesn't defend quickly enough and Wilkinson has managed to lock this one up! Can KIid escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Wilkinson on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Josh Wilkinson! |
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