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Event:
UIW OPEN 2 - Saari vs Try
Date: Feb 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Hernandez tries to clinch there but Noda circles away.
A solid body kick from Hernandez. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hernandez.
Noda struggles to land a body shot inside as Hernandez controls his hands.
Noda misses with a punch to the body.
Noda misses with a punch on the inside.
Noda misses with a body punch.
Noda lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hernandez throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Noda lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards. #CUT#It looks like Christopher Hernandez has been cut.
Noda lands a right hand.
Noda lands a shot to the body.
Hernandez looks winded!
Noda lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Noda works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Noda lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards.
Noda misses with a punch to the body.
Hernandez's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Noda lands a shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Noda.
Noda lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hernandez.
Noda scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hernandez on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Noda struggles to land a body shot inside as Hernandez controls his hands.
Noda looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Noda works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Noda scores with a hook to the body.
Hernandez blocks a body shot from Noda.
A nice left hand lands by Noda.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Noda misses with a body punch.
Noda lands a body shot in the clinch.
Noda lands a body punch in the clinch.
Noda lands a right hand. #CUT#That has opened up Christopher Hernandez's cut even more.
Noda gets through Hernandez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Noda lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Noda scores with a hook to the body.
Noda is leaning against Hernandez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Noda misses with a body punch.
Hernandez prevents a body shot from Noda.
Noda lands a hook to the side of the head.
Noda tries to throw a body punch but Hernandez avoids it by throwing Noda back against the cage.
Noda tries to work over Hernandez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Noda lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards.
Noda is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Noda is struggling to control the position.
Noda lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Noda digs a right hand into Hernandez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hernandez's gas tank.
Noda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hernandez is trying to break the clinch but Noda is controlling him.
Noda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Noda scores with a nice hook to the head.#CUT#The cut above Christopher Hernandez's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Noda lands a shoulder strike.
Noda holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Noda lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T4#
A short right from Noda.
Noda misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Noda creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #CUT#Christopher Hernandez's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Noda pushes Hernandez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Noda lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hernandez backwards.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Christopher Hernandez's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Yoshiaki Noda! |
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Event:
UIW OPEN 1
Date: Jan 21, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Mankowski gets a clinch.
Mankowski really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hernandez wants to get back to striking at distance but Mankowski won't allow it.
#TD#
Mankowski decides to pull guard.
Mankowski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mankowski thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Hernandez tries to stand but Mankowski is controlling from the bottom.
Mankowski seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hernandez wanted to stand there but Mankowski had control of the position. #T1#
Mankowski is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Mankowski will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mankowski is trying to keep Hernandez in close.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mankowski shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hernandez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hernandez throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mankowski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Hernandez lands with a kick to the ribs.
Mankowski has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Hernandez takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
Mankowski is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hernandez to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Borys Mankowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mankowski is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hernandez dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Hernandez can't find room to land a body shot as Mankowski controls the action.
Hernandez stalls.
Hernandez slows down the pace here.
#T3#
Hernandez leaning against his opponent.
Mankowski misses with a punch to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hernandez.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Christopher Hernandez.
Mankowski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Hernandez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mankowski is trying to drag Hernandez to the mat but Hernandez just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hernandez is trying to break free.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hernandez has a couple of punches blocked by Mankowski.
Hernandez prevents the takedown attempt.
Mankowski is breathing heavily.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mankowski - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mankowski taking a breather.
Mankowski will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hernandez up against the cage.
Mankowski is trying to pull guard but Hernandez turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Christopher Hernandez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hernandez lands a high kick!
We've been informed that Hernandez has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Mankowski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mankowski throws a body punch but Hernandez moves out of range.
Mankowski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hernandez circles away.
Mankowski avoids the head kick by Hernandez.
Mankowski doesn't manage to clinch there - Hernandez circles away.
Hernandez throws a nice head kick!
A head kick from Hernandez lands but Mankowski takes it in his stride. #CL2#
Hernandez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mankowski tries to throw a body punch but Hernandez avoids it by throwing Mankowski back against the cage.
Hernandez wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hernandez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Mankowski is trying to pull guard but Hernandez turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Borys Mankowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mankowski jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hernandez walks away with a smile on his face. Mankowski gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Hernandez takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Mankowski pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hernandez wants to stand but Mankowski is controlling his posture from full guard.
Hernandez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mankowski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Hernandez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hernandez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SU2#
Hernandez stands up from Mankowski's guard - Hernandez perhaps looking for a knockout.
Hernandez scores with a spinning back kick!#CL2#
Hernandez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Hernandez tries to land knees in the clinch but Mankowski avoids the damage to the body.
Mankowski drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hernandez gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mankowski stalling in the clinch but Hernandez improves position.
Mankowski is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Mankowski has Hernandez pressed against the cage, preventing Hernandez from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hernandez using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#BC#
Mankowski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hernandez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Hernandez. That's going to slow Mankowski down.
Nice takedown defense from Mankowski. No joy for Hernandez on that attempt.
Borys Mankowski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Hernandez rushes Mankowski and presses him up against the cage.
Hernandez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Hernandez's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice takedown defense from Mankowski. No joy for Hernandez on that attempt.
Hernandez takes a swing at Mankowski's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Hernandez rushes Mankowski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hernandez is looking to break free of the clinch but Mankowski has double underhooks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mankowski keeps control of Hernandez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Christopher Hernandez seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Hernandez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Mankowski up against the cage.
Hernandez is looking for a takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Christopher Hernandez 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! 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#
Hernandez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mankowski sprawls well. Mankowski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hernandez gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Mankowski shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hernandez is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mankowski is controlling him.
Hernandez controlling Mankowski's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mankowski lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Hernandez keeping moving, preventing Mankowski from controlling successfully.
Mankowski is standing up over Hernandez. Hernandez looks to escape but Mankowski dives into side control.
Mankowski is looking to take a break and control but Hernandez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mankowski lands some shots froms side control.
Mankowski is looking to take a break and control but Hernandez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mankowski in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
Hernandez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hernandez is trying to control Mankowski's posture but Mankowski avoids it.
Mankowski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hernandez keeps working. #T3#
Hernandez defending against the ground and pound. #SUB#
Mankowski is trying to get an arm triangle but Hernandez is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hernandez pushes Mankowski away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Mankowski gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hernandez throws a nice head kick!
Hernandez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mankowski.
#T4#
Hernandez throws a head kick that half lands.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Hernandez. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Mankowski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hernandez darts in looking for a takedown but Mankowski gets double underhooks and turns Hernandez into the cage. #CL2#
Hernandez closes the distance and clinches.
Hernandez taking a breather.
Mankowski tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hernandez stalling the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC#
Mankowski manages to break the clinch.
Borys Mankowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Christopher Hernandez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hernandez misses with a double jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Borys Mankowski.
I think Hernandez has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:29
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Christopher Hernandez! |
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Event:
UIW 2
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Hernandez lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jewru throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hernandez is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jewru looks to throw the jab but Hernandez is out of range.
Hernandez moves in looking to clinch but Jewru pushes him off.
Jewru appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hernandez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jewru takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Jewru misses with a body shot
and Hernandez makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Jewru really felt that one!
Jewru throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hernandez tries to clinch but Jewru moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Jewru misses the target.
Jewru throws a body punch but Hernandez moves out of range.
As Jewru backs off Hernandez throws a huge counter combo but Jewru manages to avoid it all.
Jewru on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hernandez. Hernandez obviously looking to wear him down.
Hernandez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Hernandez tries to bum rush Jewru with a series of wild strikes but Jewru uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jewru ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hernandez moves away.
Hernandez tries to clinch up but Jewru circles away and keeps his distance.
Jewru loads up on a big right hand but Hernandez slips the punch.
Hernandez slips under a jab from Jewru.
Hernandez is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jewru lands a nice hook to Hernandez's body. Hernandez takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jewru ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hernandez looks winded!#KD#
Jewru feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Hernandez sprawling to the canvas! Hernandez rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Jewru finish him?!
#CUT#It looks like Christopher Hernandez has been cut.
Jewru is looking to wear down Hernandez with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jewru looks to land a combination but Hernandez avoids it well.
Hernandez throws a head kick but Jewru moves out of range.
Jewru throws a looping overhand right but Hernandez ducks down to avoid it.
Jewru jabs at Hernandez's body.#T2#
Jewru sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Hernandez's defenses. It connects perfectly with Hernandez's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). The Jewru! |
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