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Event:
MMAH 74
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Kaczynski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kaczynski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kaczynski looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kaczynski tries to clinch
and Underbridge counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've been told by Kaczynski's head coaches at Cozad MMA Tokyo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kaczynski keeps the fight on the outside.
Underbridge tries to close the distance and clinch but Kaczynski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ted Kaczynski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaczynski fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice jab there from Underbridge.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaczynski tries to clinch up but Underbridge circles away and keeps his distance.
Kaczynski shoots for a double leg takedown but Underbridge sprawls well. He's pushed Kaczynski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ted Kaczynski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Underbridge closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Underbridge has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kaczynski after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Underbridge wants a takedown.
Underbridge goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kaczynski prevents it.
Underbridge has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kaczynski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kaczynski drops down looking for an ankle pick but Underbridge pulls his leg out and moves away.
Underbridge doesn't manage to clinch there - Kaczynski circles away.
As Underbridge looks to move away, Kaczynski throws a big counter combo but Underbridge just gets out of the way.
Kaczynski with a poor takedown
and Underbridge counters with a series of strikes. Kaczynski will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kaczynski shoots in and drives through. Underbridge sprawls well.
Underbridge slaps away a takedown attempt from Kaczynski, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kaczynski tries to clinch
and Underbridge counters with a head kick.
Kane Underbridge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kaczynski has his takedown stuffed
and Underbridge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Kaczynski is rocked!#T2#
Kaczynski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Underbridge avoids it really well and circles away.
Kaczynski tries to clinch up
and Underbridge counters with a series of strikes. Kaczynski will be more careful next time no doubt.
Oh Kaczynski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kaczynski fails with the takedown.
Kaczynski seems to have got his legs back now.
Underbridge avoids the head kick by Kaczynski.
Kaczynski misses with a takedown attempt - Underbridge sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Underbridge tries to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Kaczynski misses with a takedown
and Underbridge counters with a series of strikes. Kaczynski will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL2#
Underbridge closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kaczynski is trying to pull guard but Underbridge has him pressed against the cage.
Underbridge drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Underbridge tries for a takedown. No joy.
Underbridge has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kaczynski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Underbridge wants to take the fight to the mat but Kaczynski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kaczynski gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Underbridge.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Underbridge.
Underbridge wants to take the fight to the mat but Kaczynski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kaczynski wants a takedown but no success here.
#T4#
Underbridge tries for a takedown but Kaczynski manages to get underhooks.
Kaczynski drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Underbridge gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Underbridge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kaczynski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kaczynski wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Underbridge has hold of one of Kaczynski's legs. Kaczynski is fighting the takedown attempt but Underbridge gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Underbridge is standing up over Kaczynski. Kaczynski looks to escape but Underbridge dives into side control.
#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Kaczynski wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Underbridge has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Kaczynski's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Kaczynski is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Underbridge!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Kane Underbridge!
Ted Kaczynski spoke after the fight, saying 'The Industrial Revolution and it’s consequences have been a disaster for the human race.'. |
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Event:
SSG 190 Ottke vs Shalit
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 New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Kane Underbridge! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Claude Dubberly!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Dubberly shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Underbridge is trying to defend but Dubberly finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Underbridge (0) vs (2) Dubberly
Dubberly trying to control from half guard but Underbridge is working away.
Dubberly uses his free foot to push down on Underbridge's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Underbridge. Score +3 for passing guard: Underbridge (0) vs (5) Dubberly
We've been hearing good reports from Underbridge'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.
Dubberly controlling his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Underbridge is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Underbridge gets back to half guard.
Dubberly wants to pass the guard but Underbridge is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dubberly in particular looking to stall.
Dubberly wants to take a breather but Underbridge is having none of it. #SUB#
Underbridge looking for a kimura from the bottom but Dubberly passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Underbridge (0) vs (8) Dubberly
Underbridge is trying to improve his position.
Dubberly tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T2#
Dubberly trying to control the position but Underbridge is working away.
Underbridge gets back to half guard.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Underbridge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Dubberly is looking for a kimura but Underbridge is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dubberly to get the leverage. #SUB#
Underbridge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Dubberly controlling the pace.
Dubberly is trying to control. Underbridge wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Underbridge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dubberly is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dubberly is just content to waste time from the top position. Underbridge takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Dubberly 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. #T4##SUB#
Underbridge is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Underbridge has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dubberly can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dubberly wants to pass the guard but Underbridge is keeping the position.
Dubberly is looking to advance position but Underbridge has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Underbridge (4) vs (8) Dubberly#T5##SUB#
Underbridge looking to secure an arm triangle but Dubberly defends it well.
Dubberly wants to control but Underbridge is having none of it.#SUB#
Underbridge looking to secure an arm triangle but Dubberly defends it well.
Dubberly is desperately trying to improve his position but Underbridge has a good base and remains in mount.#T6##SUB#
Underbridge is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Dubberly is surviving well by controlling Underbridge's body position as best he can.
Dubberly tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dubberly regains half guard.
Dubberly keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Underbridge is pressing down on Dubberly's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dubberly is holding on for now. #SUB#
Underbridge is working for a submission of some sort.
#T7#
Dubberly tries to roll over but Underbridge keeps him under control.#SUB#
Underbridge is working for a submission of some sort.
Dubberly is concentrating on defense, preventing Underbridge from advancing position.
Dubberly won't allow Underbridge to pass to mount. #T8#
Dubberly is looking to control Underbridge's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dubberly avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Underbridge is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dubberly sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dubberly manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Underbridge drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dubberly dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Underbridge (4) vs (10) Dubberly#SUB#
Underbridge has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Dubberly 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 Underbridge. Score +3 for passing guard: Underbridge (4) vs (13) Dubberly
Underbridge is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T9#
Dubberly trying to control the action but Underbridge is working from the bottom.
Dubberly works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Underbridge (4) vs (16) Dubberly
Dubberly content just to control the position here.
Dubberly pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T10#
Underbridge 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: Underbridge (6) vs (16) Dubberly
Dubberly trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Dubberly has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Underbridge 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 Dubberly. Score +3 for passing guard: Underbridge (9) vs (16) Dubberly
Dubberly looks winded!#SUB#
Underbridge tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Underbridge tries for a kimura but Dubberly is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T11##SUB#
Underbridge is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dubberly is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dubberly sneaks back into half guard.
Dubberly is trying to maintain the position but Underbridge is very close to passing his half guard.#T12#
Dubberly tries to roll over but Underbridge keeps him under control.
Dubberly trying to control but Underbridge postures up.
Dubberly is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Underbridge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dubberly is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Dubberly wants to control but Underbridge is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dubberly moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Underbridge wants to pass the guard but Dubberly is keeping the position.#SUB#
Underbridge drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Underbridge jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Underbridge 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.
Underbridge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dubberly swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14##SUB#
Underbridge is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Underbridge drops back looking for a leg! Dubberly is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dubberly manages to kick Underbridge off! Underbridge jumps back into Dubberly's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Underbridge has gone for a leg lock! Dubberly slips out almost immediately though and dives into Underbridge's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Underbridge (9) vs (18) Dubberly
And that's the end of the fight!
Dubberly wins on points by 18 to 9. |
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Event:
SSG 183 Sadiq vs Gomes
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kane Underbridge!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Gregory Folan and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Idaho takes the fight into the clinch.
Underbridge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Idaho gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Underbridge drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Idaho gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Idaho prevents the takedown attempt.
Duncan Idaho has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kane Underbridge.#TD#
Idaho ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Idaho no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Idaho looking to hit a scissor sweep but Underbridge is one step ahead there.
Idaho might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Underbridge is sitting in close to Idaho's body. Idaho has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Underbridge is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Underbridge is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Idaho.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Underbridge darts in looking for a takedown but Karate gets double underhooks and turns Underbridge into the cage. #CL#
Karate fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Underbridge, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Karate pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karate trying to control the position here. #ES#
Karate uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Underbridge shoots in for a takedown but Karate shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Underbridge stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Karate clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Karate jumps into guard, dragging Underbridge to the mat.
Karate has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Karate manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Underbridge manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T1##SU#
Karate decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Underbridge tries to clinch but Karate is having none of it.
Underbridge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Barty Karate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kane Underbridge.
Underbridge with a poor takedown #CL#
and Karate counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Karate pulls guard effortlessly.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karate has Underbridge pulled in close to control his posture.
Underbridge really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Karate. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Karate keeping moving, preventing Underbridge from controlling successfully. #T2##ES#
Karate is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Karate has clasped his hands together around Underbridge's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Underbridge tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Karate will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Underbridge trying to get back to his feet but Karate is in full control for now.
Karate trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Underbridge doesn't escape.
Karate seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Underbridge for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Karate continues to stall.
Karate scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Underbridge is looking for a way out. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Karate is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Karate not allowing Underbridge to control his hands. #SUB#
Karate 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, Underbridge has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Karate is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Underbridge has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Barty Karate dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Underbridge goes for a double leg but Karate avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Karate continues to drive forward.#CL#
Karate takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Underbridge's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Underbridge closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Karate quickly recovers to half guard.
Karate makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Karate is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Underbridge can do to turn this around?
Underbridge tries to land a body kick#CL#
and Karate moves into the clinch.#BC#
Karate manages to break the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Underbridge shoots in looking for a takedown but Karate manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Underbridge's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Karate shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Underbridge as he jumps to the side.
Underbridge slaps away a takedown attempt from Karate, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Underbridge throws a counter combo.#T1##CL#
Karate takes the fight into the clinch.
Underbridge can't get the takedown.
Barty Karate has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kane Underbridge.#TD#
Karate decides to pull guard.
Underbridge tries to free his leg and advance position but Karate is retaining full guard.
Karate wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Underbridge throwing strikes but missing.
Karate really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Karate managing to control the position.
Underbridge trying to control the position from guard on top but Karate is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##ES#
Karate has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Underbridge is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Karate struggles to land a body shot inside as Underbridge controls his hands.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Karate tries a knee to the head but Underbridge blocks it.
Karate stalling.
Underbridge jumps guard but Karate stands there with Underbridge around his waist. Underbridge gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Karate is pressed up against the cage. Underbridge has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Karate down to the mat. Karate avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T3#
Karate throws a low kick, looking for Underbridge's leg but Underbridge calmly moves out of range.
Karate shoots in looking for a takedown but Underbridge manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Karate's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Underbridge will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Underbridge with a lazy takedown attempt
and Karate counters with a thumping low kick.
Barty Karate is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Karate throws a head kick that misses.
Karate avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL#
Underbridge gets tackled into the cage by Karate. Karate maintains the clinch.
Underbridge tries to pull guard but Karate won't allow it.
A frustrated look appears on Underbridge's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD#
Karate manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Karate had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Underbridge defends it easily.
Karate has control of Underbridge's left arm, preventing Underbridge from doing any damage.
Underbridge must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4#
Karate manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Underbridge manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Karate's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Underbridge trying to keep a closed guard but Karate is proving a slippery customer.
Karate content to stall in guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Barty Karate dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Karate shoots in but no luck this time.
Underbridge closes the distance but Karate moves to the side #TD#
and Karate counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Underbridge working for submissions but it's allowed Karate to get to half guard.
Karate working Underbridge over with strikes.
Karate trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
More hug and hope from Karate.#T1##SUB#
Karate is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Karate thows a huge punch but Underbridge dodges it nicely.
Karate drops an elbow to the side of Underbridge's head.
Underbridge trying to control but Karate postures up.
Karate scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Underbridge is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Karate has latched onto it... Big trouble! Karate pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Underbridge is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Karate!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Barty Karate! |
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