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Event:
KUMITE #31
Date: Oct 23, 2025 |
#R1#
Alfredsson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tavernelli misses the shot to the body.
Tavernelli lands with a shot to the body.
Alfredsson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alfredsson misses with a hook.
Alfredsson throws a big shot that misses.
Tavernelli half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Tavernelli moves forwards but Alfredsson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Alfredsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tavernelli throws out the jab.
Alfredsson ducks under a wild hook from Tavernelli.
Alfredsson misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alfredsson.
Tavernelli showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Alfredsson.
Tavernelli slips under a jab.
Tavernelli looks to land a left hand but Alfredsson moved out of range nicely.
Tavernelli has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Tavernelli throws a looping overhand right but Alfredsson ducks down to avoid it.
Tavernelli slips a jab from Alfredsson.
Tavernelli misses with a straight left.
Tavernelli scores with a nice head shot.
Tavernelli takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Alfredsson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL2#
Tavernelli gets tackled into the ropes by Alfredsson. Alfredsson maintains the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Alfredsson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tavernelli tries to pull guard but Alfredsson forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Tavernelli tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tavernelli can't break the clinch.
Tavernelli being controlled against the ropes.
Tavernelli misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2##BC#
Tavernelli's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tavernelli misses with a straight left.
Tavernelli fails with the takedown.
Tavernelli changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tavernelli misses with a wild body shot.
Laban Alfredsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tavernelli lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tavernelli 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.
Tavernelli connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Alfredsson momentarily.
#CL2#
Tavernelli tries to keep at a distance but Alfredsson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Alfredsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Alfredsson.
#T3#
Tavernelli misses with a body punch.
Tavernelli lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Alfredsson prevents a body shot from Tavernelli. #BC2#
Alfredsson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tavernelli smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Alfredsson slips a straight right by Tavernelli.
Alfredsson wants to counter with a clinch but Tavernelli pushes him away.
Tavernelli looks to land a left hand but Alfredsson moved out of range nicely.
Alfredsson looks to land a right hand but Tavernelli moved out of range.
Alfredsson swings for the body but Tavernelli moves out of range.
Alfredsson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Alfredsson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tavernelli wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Laban Alfredsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alfredsson connects with a jab.
Jab by Alfredsson.
A big right from Tavernelli misses.
Alfredsson moves away from the strike by Tavernelli. #T4#
Alfredsson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Laban Alfredsson has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tavernelli throws a lazy uppercut
and Alfredsson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Alfredsson misses with the combination.
Tavernelli takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Alfredsson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Alfredsson as he connects with a hook.
Tavernelli takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#Tavernelli is rocked!
Crack! Alfredsson connects with the perfect overhand right and Tavernelli falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Alfredsson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Laban Alfredsson! |
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Event:
KUMITE #19
Date: Sep 11, 2025 |
#R1#
Allen connects with the punch.
Allen feints and then cracks Tavernelli's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tavernelli down.
Tavernelli has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Allen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tavernelli moves away.
Tavernelli throws a big shot that misses.
Keanu Allen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tavernelli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Allen.
Tavernelli uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Allen has time to react.
Allen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Allen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Allen with the inside leg kick.
Tavernelli looks to land a combination. Allen sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Allen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tavernelli.
The fighters circle momentarily. Allen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Allen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big left from Allen misses.
Tavernelli drops down looking for a counter takedown but Allen sprawls and moves away.
Tavernelli throws an overhand right that lands on Allen's shoulder, as Allen tries to avoid the shot.
Allen ducks under a wild hook from Tavernelli.
Allen feints and then cracks Tavernelli's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tavernelli down. #T1#
Allen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tavernelli thows a left - swing and a miss!
Allen misses with a wild body shot.
Tavernelli throws a hook but Allen blocks it.
Allen looks to land a body kick but Tavernelli moved away.
Allen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tavernelli throws a hook to the side of Allen's head but Allen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Allen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tavernelli misses with a looping left.
Tavernelli misses with a looping right.
Allen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tavernelli finds it's way round the side to connect with Allen's head.
Tavernelli throws a poor cross that misses
and Allen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tavernelli lands with a hook. Allen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tavernelli is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tavernelli misses with a wild body shot.
Allen appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Allen throws a right hand that misses
enabling Tavernelli to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good standup being displayed there by Allen as he connects with a hook.
Allen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tavernelli missing with a left hand there. Allen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Allen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tavernelli misses with a straight right.
Allen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tavernelli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Allen.
Tavernelli ducks under a wild hook from Allen.
Donk. Allen catches Tavernelli right on the button with a cross.
A thudding body kick lands there by Allen!
Allen throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tavernelli shoots in and drives through. Allen sprawls well.
Allen throws a low kick, looking for Tavernelli's leg but Tavernelli calmly moves out of range.
Allen misses with an uppercut. Tavernelli saw that one coming.
Allen swings for the body but Tavernelli moves out of range.
Tavernelli throws a hook but Allen blocks it.
Keanu Allen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Tavernelli takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tavernelli misses with a left hand
letting Allen counter with a right hand.
Allen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tavernelli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Allen scores with a leg kick.
A cross from Allen lands.
Tavernelli showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Allen.
A chopping leg kick lands by Allen.
Allen slips under a jab from Tavernelli.
Allen moves out of range as Tavernelli strikes.
A good leg kick by Allen.
Tavernelli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Allen clobbers Tavernelli with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Allen lands a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body kick there by Allen.
Allen misses with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Allen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Allen.
Tavernelli misses with a lunging right hand
and Allen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tavernelli throws a right hand that misses
and Allen counters with a good low kick that Tavernelli was not able to check.
Good leg kick by Allen.
Allen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tavernelli takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tavernelli checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tavernelli fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Allen misses with a wild body shot. #T5#
Tavernelli misses with a hook.#TD#
Tavernelli scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Tavernelli postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Tavernelli fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Tavernelli 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.
Allen manages to get back to half guard.
Tavernelli wants to pass to mount but Allen is defending the position.
Tavernelli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Tavernelli is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Allen as he works his way to full guard.
Allen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T6#
Allen keeping full guard, as Tavernelli tries to pass.
Allen keeping moving, preventing Tavernelli from controlling successfully.
Allen looking to control.
Tavernelli lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Allen keeping moving, preventing Tavernelli from controlling successfully.
Allen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Allen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tavernelli. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T7#
Allen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Allen thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Tavernelli misses the target.
Tavernelli lands a body shot.
Tavernelli connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tavernelli takes one to the side of the head.
Allen tries to move into range but Tavernelli moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tavernelli misses with an uppercut. Allen saw that one coming.
Allen misses with an uppercut.
Tavernelli throws an overhand right that lands on Allen's shoulder, as Allen tries to avoid the shot.
Allen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tavernelli has his takedown stuffed
and Tavernelli takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Keanu Allen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ciro Tavernelli. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T8#
Tavernelli stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Allen.
Tavernelli is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Allen blocks a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tavernelli looks to land a left hand but Allen moved out of range nicely.
Tavernelli shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Allen pinned against the ropes. Allen gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Allen lands a body shot.
Tavernelli slips under a jab from Allen.
A low kick lands for Allen.
Tavernelli lands the left hand.
Tavernelli dives in and grabs Allen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Allen pushes down on Tavernelli's head and hops out.#T9#
A jab from Tavernelli misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tavernelli.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Allen! But no joy.
Allen just misses with a punch to the body.
Allen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Allen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Allen stuns Tavernelli with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ciro Tavernelli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tavernelli on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Allen scores with a spinning back kick!
Allen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Allen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tavernelli throws a right hand that misses
and Allen counters with a low kick, right behind Tavernelli 's knee.
Allen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Allen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Keanu Allen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Allen 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Keanu Allen!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Keanu Allen!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Keanu Allen!
Keanu Allen wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
KUMITE #10
Date: Aug 12, 2025 |
#R1#
Johns scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tavernelli doesn't seem bothered though.
Johns scores with a jab to the body.
Johns misses with a looping right.
Tavernelli misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Johns counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tavernelli won't be happy with that.
Johns scoring with punches from side control.
Tavernelli is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Johns trying to control the action but Tavernelli is working from the bottom.
Tavernelli tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Johns advances to mount.
Johns landing strikes, looking to finish!
Tavernelli is bucking up trying to escape but Johns cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T1#
Johns throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Tavernelli working to try and regain half guard.
Tavernelli wants to control but Johns is having none of it.
Tavernelli manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Tavernelli is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tavernelli moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tavernelli has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tavernelli avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tavernelli looking for a sweep. Not yet Tavernelli, not yet.
Tavernelli lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tavernelli wants to control from the top but Johns keeps moving. #T2#
Johns tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tavernelli trying to control but Johns is working from the bottom.
Tavernelli trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tavernelli trying to control but Johns is working from the bottom.
Johns keeping full guard, as Tavernelli tries to pass.
Johns wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Johns being controlled here, momentarily.
Tavernelli won't allow Johns to sweep him here.
Tavernelli trying to move into half guard but instead Johns has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Johns distracts Tavernelli with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Tavernelli throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Johns loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tavernelli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Johns is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Johns lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Johns preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Tavernelli has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Johns can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tavernelli 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.
Johns throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Tavernelli pushes a forearm under Johns's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Johns is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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Event:
KUMITE #3
Date: Jul 15, 2025 |
#R1#
Tavernelli looks to throw the jab but Tetra is out of range.
Tetra lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tetra throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Tavernelli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tavernelli gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tavernelli looks to land a right hand but Tetra moved out of range.
Tetra is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tavernelli with a body shot.
Tavernelli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tavernelli attempts a counter takedown but Tetra avoids it well and moves away.
Tetra misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tetra moves out of range of the strikes.
Tetra lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tavernelli will feel that in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli throws a lazy right hand but Tetra sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jab, jab by Tavernelli - just one landing. #TD#
Tavernelli scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tavernelli landing strikes. #T1#
Tetra is trying to control Tavernelli's posture but Tavernelli avoids it.
Tetra is trying to improve his position.
Tetra is not content to let Tavernelli control the position.
The ground and pound from Tavernelli seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Tetra is working to avoid the ground and pound but Tavernelli connects with a decent elbow.
A lull in the action here.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tetra can't do much from the bottom here.
Tavernelli trying to control the position but Tetra is working away.
Tavernelli has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tavernelli creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Tetra sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Tetra tries to improve position but can't.
Tavernelli creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Tetra sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Tavernelli 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.
Tavernelli is looking to take a break and control but Tetra is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Tavernelli tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tavernelli slows the pace down.
Tetra regains half guard.
Tavernelli missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tavernelli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tavernelli trying to control from half guard but Tetra is working away.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Tetra is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Splash Tetra is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tetra displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tavernelli throws out the jab.
Tavernelli missing with a left hand there. Tetra was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tetra steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot lands for Tavernelli.
Tetra explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#CL2#
Tetra gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tetra working aggressively here.
Tetra stops a takedown attempt from Tavernelli.
Tetra misses with a hook to the ribs.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tetra misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tavernelli has had enough of the clinch but Tetra keeps him there for the moment.
Tavernelli lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tetra throws a punch but it's blocked by Tavernelli.
Tetra tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tavernelli's elbow.
Tavernelli blocks an uppercut.
#T5##TD#
Tavernelli pulls Tetra into guard.
Tavernelli looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tetra is one step ahead there.
Tetra must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tavernelli manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tetra manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Tavernelli working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tetra's head.
Tetra looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tavernelli throws a big elbow that misses.
Tavernelli trying to control the position from guard on top but Tetra is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Tavernelli is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tetra is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tetra really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tavernelli. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tavernelli trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tetra keeping moving, preventing Tavernelli from controlling successfully.
Tetra trying to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tetra holds on and takes a little breather.
Tavernelli with a flurry of punches that miss.
Splash Tetra has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T7#
Tavernelli trying to control but Tetra is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tetra misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tavernelli counters with a straight right hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tavernelli or perhaps it was just good defense by Tetra, which made it look bad.
Tetra takes one to the chin there.
Ciro Tavernelli is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tavernelli fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tetra on the side of the head.
Tavernelli misses with a looping right.
Tavernelli throws a shot from downtown. Tetra moves away and avoids it.
Tavernelli throws the left hand but Tetra avoids the punch easily.
Tetra thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tavernelli if he has to take too many more of those.
#T8#
Tetra fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tetra looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tavernelli attempts a counter takedown but Tetra avoids it well and moves away.
Tavernelli uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tetra.
Tavernelli misses the jab.
Tavernelli looks to land a right hand but Tetra moved out of range.
Tavernelli with a poor takedown
and Tetra counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tavernelli's knee momentarily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ciro Tavernelli. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tavernelli needs to keep his hands up - Tetra had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tavernelli moves out of range of the body kick.#TD#
Tavernelli feints and as Tetra raises his hands in defense, Tavernelli changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Tetra looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tetra keeping moving, preventing Tavernelli from controlling successfully. #T9#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tetra avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ciro Tavernelli showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tavernelli has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Ciro Tavernelli!
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight for Ciro Tavernelli!
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight for Ciro Tavernelli!
Ciro Tavernelli wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -22-
Date: May 25, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ciro Tavernelli! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Barry Chikorita!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Daniel Franklin and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Chikorita shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tavernelli (0) vs (2) Chikorita
Tavernelli wants to improve his position but Chikorita is controlling well.
Tavernelli is not content to let Chikorita control the position.
Tavernelli is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Chikorita is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tavernelli is just riding it out for now. Chikorita eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Tavernelli is working hard here to advance position.
Tavernelli desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Chikorita is looking for a kimura but Tavernelli is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chikorita to get the leverage.
Tavernelli is trying to maintain the position but Chikorita is very close to passing his half guard.
Tavernelli looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tavernelli is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Chikorita is pressing down on Tavernelli's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tavernelli is holding on for now.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Chikorita has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Chikorita prevents Tavernelli from improving his position.#SUB#
Tavernelli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chikorita is trying to control the action in half guard but Tavernelli is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Chikorita is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Chikorita working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Tavernelli's thigh. Tavernelli counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Tavernelli 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.
Chikorita is pushing down on Tavernelli's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tavernelli is fighting to maintain full guard but Chikorita has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tavernelli wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Tavernelli is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chikorita pulls his head out easily.
Tavernelli trying to control from the bottom.
#T4##SUB2#
Chikorita seems to be looking for submissions.
Tavernelli wants to improve his position but Chikorita is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Tavernelli makes his way to full guard, as Chikorita worked for a kimura.
#SUB#
Tavernelli has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chikorita can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chikorita trying to control but Tavernelli is working from the bottom. #T5#
Tavernelli looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Tavernelli working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chikorita doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chikorita manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chikorita won't allow Tavernelli to sweep him here.
Chikorita trying to control but Tavernelli is working from the bottom.
Tavernelli controls Chikorita momentarily but Chikorita frees himself.
Tavernelli looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Chikorita puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T6##SUB2#
Tavernelli is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Chikorita has latched onto it... Big trouble! Chikorita pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Tavernelli is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Chikorita!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Barry Chikorita! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -17-
Date: May 11, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ciro Tavernelli! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Kazuma Kiryu!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, William Gold and Steven Brown.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Tavernelli tries to sprawl but Kiryu drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tavernelli (0) vs (2) Kiryu
Tavernelli is looking to control Kiryu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tavernelli avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Kiryu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tavernelli sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Kiryu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tavernelli defends it well. #SUB2#
Kiryu 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.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tavernelli sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli trying to control here.
Tavernelli is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1##SUB2#
Kiryu is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is working for a kimura but Tavernelli is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is trying to work for a kimura but Tavernelli is defending well.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is looking for a kimura but Tavernelli is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kiryu to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Kiryu seems to be working for a kimura but Tavernelli defends the submission attempt.
Tavernelli looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tavernelli tries to roll over but Kiryu keeps him under control.#T2##SUB2#
Kiryu is trying to work for a kimura but Tavernelli is defending well.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is working for a kimura but Tavernelli is defending it quite comfortably.
Tavernelli tries to get to full guard but Kiryu has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kiryu 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.
Tavernelli trying to control here.
#SUB#
Tavernelli actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB2#
Kiryu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Kiryu seems to be looking for submissions.
Tavernelli gets back to full guard.
Kiryu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tavernelli is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tavernelli is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tavernelli (2) vs (2) Kiryu#SUB2#
Kiryu working for a triangle but Tavernelli defends it easily.
Tavernelli trying to control but Kiryu is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Kiryu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tavernelli gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Kiryu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Kiryu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tavernelli defends well.#SUB2#
Kiryu working for a triangle but Tavernelli defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tavernelli trying to control but Kiryu is working from the bottom.
Tavernelli has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kiryu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tavernelli doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tavernelli manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T5##SUB2#
Kiryu has his feet on Tavernelli's thighs here. He's pushed Tavernelli off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Tavernelli screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kazuma Kiryu!
After winning the bout, Kazuma Kiryu 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:
Grappling Hype -14-
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ciro Tavernelli! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Rounin Hashima!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Cecil Peabody and Stewart Dunkirk.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Hashima rushes Tavernelli and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Hashima jumps guard.
Tavernelli stays in close to Hashima's body and controls the position.
Tavernelli has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Hashima is pulling down on Tavernelli's head. It's preventing any offense from Tavernelli, at least for the moment.
Tavernelli trying to control the position from guard on top but Hashima is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hashima looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tavernelli is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hashima trying to control the position.
Tavernelli tries to free his leg and advance position but Hashima is retaining full guard.
Tavernelli is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Tavernelli sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hashima's guard.
Hashima is looking to improve his position.
Tavernelli is keen to just control but Hashima is a slippery customer.
Tavernelli looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hashima controlling the position for now.
Hashima trying to control here.
Tavernelli trying to pass the guard but Hashima defending well.
Hashima manages to get to full guard.
Hashima is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Tavernelli works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hashima keeping control of the position.
Hashima is pressing down on Tavernelli's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tavernelli wants to control from the top but Hashima keeps moving.
Tavernelli is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tavernelli won't allow Hashima to sweep him here.
Tavernelli pushes down on Hashima's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hashima tries to get to full guard but Tavernelli has control of the leg. #SUB#
Tavernelli seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Tavernelli sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hashima keeping hold of Tavernelli's head, controlling as best he can.
Hashima felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Tavernelli seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Tavernelli is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hashima has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Tavernelli is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hashima is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hashima trying to hold on to Tavernelli's head to control him but Tavernelli postures up.
#T4#
Hashima is controlling Tavernelli's trapped leg to prevent Tavernelli from advancing to side control.
Tavernelli wants to take a breather but Hashima is having none of it.
Hashima is trying to maintain the position but Tavernelli is very close to passing his half guard.
Tavernelli perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tavernelli looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hashima is positioning himself well to prevent Tavernelli advancing to mount. #SUB#
Hashima is defending against the submission attempts here by Tavernelli.
Hashima keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T5#
Hashima is staying active underneath Tavernelli, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hashima tries to roll over but Tavernelli keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tavernelli in particular looking to stall.
Hashima keeping control of the position.
Hashima tries to roll over but Tavernelli keeps him under control.
Tavernelli wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hashima keeps working. #T6#
Hashima is holding on to half guard well.
Tavernelli trying to mount his opponent but Hashima defends it.
Hashima is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Tavernelli 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.
#SUB#
Tavernelli is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Well, if Tavernelli is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
#T7##SUB#
Tavernelli is looking for a kimura here.
Hashima trying to control here.
#SUB#
Tavernelli wants to work for an arm triangle but Hashima is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hashima controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hashima is not content to let Tavernelli control the position.
Hashima trying to control here.
#T8#
Hashima keeping control of the position.
Tavernelli content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tavernelli prevents Hashima from improving his position.#SUB#
Tavernelli is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hashima doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tavernelli.
Tavernelli is controlling the pace.
#T9#
Hashima trying to hold on to Tavernelli's head to control him but Tavernelli postures up.
Hashima wants to improve his position but Tavernelli is controlling well.
Hashima trying to hold on to Tavernelli's head to control him but Tavernelli postures up.
Tavernelli is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hashima reverses the position - he's now on top in Tavernelli's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tavernelli (0) vs (2) Hashima#SUB#
Tavernelli has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hashima doesn't defend quickly enough and Tavernelli has managed to lock this one up! Can Hashima escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Tavernelli on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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Event:
UFF 3: Tavernelli vs Mosley
Date: Mar 08, 2025 |
#R1#
Tavernelli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mosley moves away.
Nice defenses there by Mosley.
Tavernelli fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mosley looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Emanuel Mosley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Tavernelli gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mosley to score an easy takedown into full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tavernelli holds on and takes a little breather.
Tavernelli is continuing to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mosley stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tavernelli swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tavernelli tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1##SUB2#
Mosley sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Tavernelli doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Mosley paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Tavernelli - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ciro Tavernelli!
Emanuel Mosley spoke after the fight, saying 'I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME I AM A MEME'. |
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Event:
HFA 31
Date: Dec 21, 2024 |
#R1#
Hunt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tavernelli moves away.
Tavernelli misses with a two punch combination.
Tavernelli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tavernelli connects with a right hand. Hunt shakes it off.
Hunt connects with a nice looking jab.
Hunt throws an overhand right that lands on Tavernelli's shoulder, as Tavernelli tries to avoid the shot.
Hunt throws an overhand right that lands on Tavernelli's shoulder, as Tavernelli tries to avoid the shot.
Hunt seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Hunt comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hunt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tavernelli moves away.
Tavernelli on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Malig Hunt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hunt throws an overhand right that lands on Tavernelli's shoulder, as Tavernelli tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
Hunt clinches up with Tavernelli and pushes him back against the cage.
Tavernelli's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice left hand lands by Hunt.
Hunt has a couple of punches blocked by Tavernelli.
Tavernelli misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Hunt lands a shoulder strike.
Hunt lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hunt lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tavernelli is looking to break free of the clinch but Hunt has double underhooks.
A right hook to the body lands for Tavernelli.
A frustrated look appears on Tavernelli's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tavernelli tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hunt working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tavernelli trying to control the position but instead, Hunt has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tavernelli into the cage.
Tavernelli tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hunt's elbow.
Tavernelli takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Tavernelli breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Hunt closes the distance and clinches.
Hunt working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#Tavernelli is rocked!
Hunt working aggressively here.
Tavernelli is still on wobbly legs! Can Hunt finish him?
Hunt misses with a punch on the inside.
Hunt misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tavernelli.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hunt misses with a punch on the inside.
Tavernelli seems to have recovered his senses.
Tavernelli prevents a body shot from Hunt. #T2#
Tavernelli lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hunt stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hunt throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hunt creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Tavernelli's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Tavernelli drops to his knees and Hunt pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Malig Hunt!
Malig Hunt decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
HFA 26
Date: Nov 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Tavernelli slips under a jab from Temirbekovich.
Tavernelli tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Temirbekovich swivels and escapes.
Nice shot by Temirbekovich.
Tavernelli uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Temirbekovich has time to react.
Temirbekovich misses the jab.
Tavernelli misses with a straight right.
Temirbekovich was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Temirbekovich misses.
Tavernelli lands an overhand right.
A slow jab from Tavernelli misses its intended target.
Tavernelli misses with a hook
and Temirbekovich counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tavernelli on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Temirbekovich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Temirbekovich scores with a nice right hand.
#ROC#Tavernelli is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tavernelli leaves his chin hanging out and Temirbekovich seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Tavernelli crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zaurbek Temirbekovich!
Zaurbek Temirbekovich retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Zaurbek Temirbekovich 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:
NG 16
Date: Oct 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Williams throws a body punch but Tavernelli moves out of range.
Williams leaves Tavernelli with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've been told by Williams's head coaches at Squirrel Sports 🐿️ that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Williams throws a poor cross that misses
and Tavernelli counters with a stiff right hand.
Tavernelli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tavernelli looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Williams cracks Tavernelli with an open hand slap.
Good exchange - Williams coming out on top.#TD2#
Tavernelli decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Williams keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tavernelli wants to pass the guard but Williams is defending well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tavernelli missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tavernelli thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Ground and pound from Tavernelli.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tavernelli is looking to take a break and control but Williams is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tavernelli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Williams tries to get to full guard but Tavernelli has control of the leg.
Williams on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Williams tries to get out of the position.
Tavernelli thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Williams's head. #SUB2#
Tavernelli is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Williams defends it well.
Tavernelli is nestled in close to Williams, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T2#
Tavernelli keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tavernelli not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tavernelli is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tavernelli scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Williams on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tavernelli takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tavernelli thows a huge punch but Williams dodges it nicely.
Tavernelli lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Tavernelli is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Williams is just riding it out for now. Tavernelli eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Tavernelli thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tavernelli is looking to take a break and control but Williams is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tavernelli is nestled in close to Williams, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tavernelli seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Tavernelli scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tavernelli is trying to control. Williams wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tavernelli prevents Williams from improving his position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tavernelli connects with a nice short shot to Williams's temple.
Williams taking some punishment here, with Tavernelli in his half guard. #ROC2#Williams is rocked!
Tavernelli lands a big elbow - Williams is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Tavernelli!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ciro Tavernelli!
Ciro Tavernelli is the new welterweight champion! |
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Event:
Next Gen 10
Date: Sep 25, 2024 |
#R1#
Perkasa looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tavernelli now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Andy Perkasa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Perkasa tries a head kick but it misses.
Tavernelli throws a hook but Perkasa blocks it.
Tavernelli pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Perkasa looking to score a takedown here. Tavernelli is defending well but Perkasa drives through and ends up in Tavernelli's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tavernelli is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Perkasa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tavernelli stands up over Perkasa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tavernelli controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli is working Perkasa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Perkasa seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T1#
Tavernelli is stalling in the full guard.
Tavernelli scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Tavernelli got a little sloppy there for a moment and Perkasa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tavernelli has managed to get both his arms back between Perkasa's legs - danger averted.
Tavernelli lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Tavernelli chips away with some ground and pound.
Tavernelli lands a couple of elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tavernelli stands and throws Perkasa's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Perkasa is trying to control Tavernelli's posture but Tavernelli avoids it.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SUB2#
Tavernelli is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Perkasa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Tavernelli looks up at the clock and then as Perkasa takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Tavernelli smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Tavernelli lands a decent elbow from side control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tavernelli is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Perkasa will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Tavernelli in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Perkasa looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Tavernelli turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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Event:
NextGen 2
Date: Aug 28, 2024 |
#R1#
Tavernelli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jufre was well out of range. Poor timing from Tavernelli.
Jufre is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jufre takes one to the chin there.
Jufre with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tavernelli to score with a decent uppercut.
Tavernelli looks to throw the jab but Jufre is out of range. #TD2#
Jufre scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Jufre goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Tavernelli has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jufre but great work by Tavernelli.
Tavernelli working the ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tavernelli creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Tavernelli remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T1#
Tavernelli working the body and head with strikes.
Tavernelli controls the position.
An elbow from Tavernelli crashes against the mat.
Tavernelli in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB#
Tavernelli is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jufre has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tavernelli just content to control the position.
Tavernelli has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Tavernelli scores with punches from side control.
Tavernelli passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Jufre!
Tavernelli controlling the position easily from mount.
Tavernelli lands a heavy elbow.
Tavernelli controlling from the full mount.
Tavernelli looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tavernelli lands a nice shot to the head. #T3#
Tavernelli lands a nice shot to the head.
Tavernelli scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Jufre is looking to improve his position but Tavernelli isn't that keen on the idea.
Tavernelli tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tavernelli landing shots from mount.
Tavernelli lands a nice shot to the head. #ROC#Jufre is rocked!
Tavernelli looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jufre is still in real trouble! Can Tavernelli finish him?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tavernelli looking to finish Jufre with some ground and pound. This is bad for Jufre!#T4#
Tavernelli tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Jufre seems to have recovered his senses.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Tavernelli.
Tavernelli lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tavernelli in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Tavernelli loads up with a big shot that hurts Jufre! He's pulled Tavernelli in close but Tavernelli has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Jufre survive? More strikes from Tavernelli and Jufre is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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Event:
SSDFN 11
Date: Jul 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Sanders steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tavernelli.
Sanders's coach down at Da Trenches Fighting System was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Sanders's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#KD2#
Sanders throws a left that rocks Tavernelli and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Sanders dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Tavernelli regain composure!
#ROC2#Tavernelli is rocked!
Tavernelli is trying to control Sanders's posture but Sanders avoids it.
Oh Tavernelli is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sanders scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Tavernelli is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Sanders can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Reggie Sanders!
Reggie Sanders thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSDFN 8
Date: Jun 22, 2024 |
#R1#
Stephens ducks under a wild hook from Tavernelli.
Stephens with the counter takedown but Tavernelli avoids it easily.
Tavernelli displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Stephens.
Stephens throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tavernelli lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Stephens circles away quickly and effectively.
Tavernelli looks to land a left hand but Stephens moved out of range nicely.
Tavernelli stuns Stephens with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli throws a looping overhand right but Stephens ducks down to avoid it.
Tavernelli throws a hook but Stephens avoids it easily.
Stephens is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Stephens shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tavernelli misses with a body shot.
Stephens drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tavernelli defends it well.#T1#
A lazy left from Tavernelli finds it's target.
Stephens ducks under a wild hook from Tavernelli.
Tavernelli throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Stephens counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tavernelli is trying to stand up here but Stephens is controlling him well.
Stephens wants to control but Tavernelli is keeping him busy.
Tavernelli tries to kick Stephens off but Stephens keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Stephens wants to work for an arm triangle but Tavernelli is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tavernelli is not content to let Stephens control the position.
Tavernelli tries to get to full guard but Stephens has control of the leg.
Stephens wants to free his trapped foot but Tavernelli is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Tavernelli wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Stephens seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tavernelli does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stephens is pressing down on Tavernelli's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tavernelli is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Stephens is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tavernelli defends it well.
Stephens seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tavernelli does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stephens tries to pass to full mount but Tavernelli defends it.
Tavernelli wants to get back to his feet.
#T3#
Stephens prevents Tavernelli from improving his position.
Stephens prevents Tavernelli from standing back up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
Stephens seems to be working for a kimura but Tavernelli defends the submission attempt.
Tavernelli is looking to improve his position.
Stephens wants to control but Tavernelli is keeping him busy.
Tavernelli knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stephens on the ground.
Tavernelli is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Stephens is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tavernelli is just riding it out for now. Stephens eventually gives up the hold.
Tavernelli desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Stephens is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Stephens keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tavernelli moves into full guard.
Tavernelli wants to stand up but Stephens is controlling him.
Tavernelli controls Stephens momentarily but Stephens frees himself.
Tavernelli wants to stand but Stephens is controlling the position.
Stephens pushes down on Tavernelli's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T5##SUB2#
Stephens is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tavernelli has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tavernelli looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tavernelli is refusing to be controlled, as Stephens sits in half guard.
Tavernelli on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tavernelli tries to get out of the position.#ES#
Tavernelli manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Tavernelli throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stephens.
Stephens takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ciro Tavernelli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tavernelli loads up on a big right hand but Stephens slips the punch.
Stephens changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tavernelli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stephens was well out of range. Poor timing from Tavernelli.
Tavernelli jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T6#
Stephens shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tavernelli but Tavernelli pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tavernelli scores with the left hand. Stephens knows he should have avoided that one.
Tavernelli throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Stephens feints the counter takedown.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Stephens.
Tavernelli stuns Stephens with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tavernelli lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tavernelli bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stephens's head backwards.
Tavernelli swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T7#
Stephens ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tavernelli missing with a left hand there. Stephens was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Stephens.
Stephens ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tavernelli throws a lazy right hand but Stephens sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Stephens feints the counter takedown.
Tavernelli misses with a looping right.
Tavernelli is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tavernelli throws a body shot but no joy.
Stephens tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tavernelli scores with a jab to the jaw.
Stephens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T8#
Tavernelli throws a lazy right hand but Stephens sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tavernelli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stephens tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Stephens avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ciro Tavernelli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tavernelli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stephens drops his hands momentarily and Tavernelli takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tavernelli throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tavernelli takes a swing at Stephens's ribcage but misses.
Tavernelli throws a looping overhand right but Stephens ducks down to avoid it.
Stephens drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tavernelli defends it well.
Tavernelli throws a hook but Stephens blocks it.#T9#
A slow jab from Tavernelli misses its intended target.
Stephens is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tavernelli looks to land a combination but Stephens avoids it well.
Stephens uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tavernelli.
Tavernelli misses with a hook. Stephens ducked under it nicely.
Tavernelli throws the left hand but Stephens avoids the punch easily.
Tavernelli pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Stephens back to the ropes. Tavernelli follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tavernelli throws a right and a left that Stephens avoids nicely.
Stephens defending well as Tavernelli loads up on a big left hand.
And Stephens tries to counter it with a takedown but Tavernelli pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Stephens keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tavernelli.
Stephens with the counter takedown but Tavernelli avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ciro Tavernelli dominated that round.
That's time! Tavernelli's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R2#
Tavernelli throws a series of punches but Stephens moves out of range.
Stephens with a lazy takedown attempt
and Stephens takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Tavernelli throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stephens with the counter takedown but Tavernelli avoids it easily.
Tavernelli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#KD#
Tavernelli drops Stephens with a beautiful combination! Stephens stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tavernelli is looking for the KO!#ROC#Stephens is rocked!
Stephens ducks under a wild hook from Tavernelli.
Tavernelli looks to throw the jab but Stephens is out of range.
Stephens is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tavernelli throws a looping overhand right but Stephens ducks down to avoid it.
Stephens with the counter takedown but Tavernelli avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tavernelli throws a series of punches but Stephens moves out of range.
Stephens drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tavernelli defends it well.
Stephens throws a hook to the side of Tavernelli's head but Tavernelli sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tavernelli is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stephens can do to turn this around?#T1#
Stephens fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tavernelli scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Stephens shoots in for a takedown but Tavernelli shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ciro Tavernelli has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kaden Stephens.
Stephens shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Stephens is still on wobbly legs! Can Tavernelli finish him?
Tavernelli circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Stephens to the canvas! Stephens doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Tavernelli keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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Event:
SSDFN 6
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Tavernelli misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tavernelli shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
As Tavernelli backs off Webster throws a huge counter combo but Tavernelli manages to avoid it all.
Tavernelli shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Webster as he jumps to the side.
Tavernelli throws a looping overhand right but Webster ducks down to avoid it.
Tavernelli fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ciro Tavernelli. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Webster displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tavernelli throws out the jab.
Ciro Tavernelli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Webster takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Webster displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tavernelli throws out the jab.
As Tavernelli backs off Webster throws a huge counter combo but Tavernelli manages to avoid it all.
Tavernelli is trying hard to land a takedown here. Webster sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Webster is looking for the big counter here.#T1##TD#
Tavernelli looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Tavernelli postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tavernelli makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Tavernelli with a nice head shot there.
Tavernelli makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Tavernelli distracts Webster with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Tavernelli is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Webster trying to keep a closed guard but Tavernelli is proving a slippery customer.
Tavernelli works over Webster with some ground and pound from guard.
Tavernelli with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
Tavernelli scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tavernelli is in close to Webster's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tavernelli content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tavernelli 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.
Tavernelli stays in close to Webster's body and controls the position.
Tavernelli seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Webster for as long as he can get away with.
Tavernelli connects with a couple of short punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Webster being controlled here, momentarily.
Tavernelli slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Webster is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Tavernelli cracks Webster with a big elbow.
Tavernelli working the head with strikes.
Webster looks winded!
Tavernelli lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC#Webster is rocked!
Tavernelli connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Webster some visible discomfort.
Webster is still in real trouble! Can Tavernelli finish him?
Tavernelli cracks Webster with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Tavernelli immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Webster is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Tavernelli!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Imanaga tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tavernelli paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tavernelli throws a big shot that misses.
Imanaga flicks out a counter leg kick but Tavernelli steps away.
Tavernelli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Imanaga moves away.
Imanaga should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Imanaga throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tavernelli's head.
Tavernelli connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Imanaga momentarily.
Tavernelli closes the distance and clinches up with Imanaga, looking for a takedown. Tavernelli pushes Imanaga against the cage but Imanaga circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Imanaga throws a counter combo.#TD#
Tavernelli fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Imanaga sprawls well initially but Tavernelli persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tavernelli is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Imanaga reverses the position - he's now on top in Tavernelli's guard.
Tavernelli 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.#T1#
Imanaga 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.
Tavernelli pulls Imanaga in close to prevent any damage. #ES#
Tavernelli has his feet on Imanaga's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Tavernelli misses the jab.
Tavernelli just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Imanaga slips a jab from Tavernelli.
Tavernelli throws a body punch but Imanaga moves out of range.
Imanaga throws a counter combo.#TD#
Tavernelli shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tavernelli was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Imanaga defending against the ground and pound.
Tavernelli working the head with strikes.
Imanaga struggling a bit here.
Imanaga is trying to escape the position but Tavernelli is controlling the position.
Imanaga tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tavernelli wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tavernelli misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T3#
Tavernelli trying to control the position but Imanaga is working away.
Tavernelli is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Imanaga is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tavernelli lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Imanaga down.
Tavernelli advances to full mount.
Tavernelli lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Imanaga hang on?
Tavernelli 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.
Tavernelli scoring with strikes but Imanaga is staying in there.
Tavernelli throwing strikes but Imanaga uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tavernelli is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Imanaga looks winded!
Tavernelli is nestled in close to Imanaga, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#ROC#Imanaga is rocked!#T4#
Tavernelli landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Imanaga is still in real trouble! Can Tavernelli finish him?
Tavernelli is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tavernelli scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Tavernelli is trying to work for a kimura but Imanaga is defending well.
Imanaga seems to have recovered his senses.
Tavernelli wants to take a breather but Imanaga is having none of it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tavernelli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tavernelli not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ciro Tavernelli dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Imanaga tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tavernelli swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tavernelli cracks Imanaga with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ciro Tavernelli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tavernelli misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Tavernelli looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Imanaga!
Tavernelli in side control, throwing shots but Imanaga defends.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tavernelli throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Imanaga works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Imanaga tries to roll over but Tavernelli keeps him under control.#T1#
Tavernelli missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tavernelli takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tavernelli lands a nice short elbow.
Imanaga wants to improve his position but Tavernelli is controlling well.
Tavernelli working over Imanaga with some ground and pound. Imanaga looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Imanaga is breathing heavily.
Tavernelli looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Imanaga with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Tavernelli is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Imanaga doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tavernelli.
Tavernelli working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Tavernelli is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tavernelli throwing shots but Imanaga is blocking nicely.
Tavernelli with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Tavernelli slips a nice elbow through Imanaga's hands, connecting with Imanaga's forehead.
Ciro Tavernelli overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tavernelli thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Imanaga's head.
Tavernelli thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Imanaga's head.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tavernelli throwing shots but Imanaga is blocking nicely.
Tavernelli is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Tavernelli there.
Tavernelli sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Imanaga defending well though.
Tavernelli is nestled in close to Imanaga, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tavernelli working over Imanaga with some ground and pound. Imanaga looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Imanaga has hold of Tavernelli's hands but Tavernelli slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Tavernelli keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ground and pound from Tavernelli.
Well, if Tavernelli is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
Tavernelli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tavernelli lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tavernelli looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Imanaga with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tavernelli missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ciro Tavernelli dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Tavernelli darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tavernelli throws a jab but it's blocked by Imanaga. #TD2#
Imanaga bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tavernelli can't do much from the bottom here.
Tavernelli manages to get back to half guard.
Tavernelli keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Imanaga takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tavernelli wants to improve his position but Imanaga is controlling well.
Tavernelli keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Imanaga ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Tavernelli scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T2#
An elbow from Tavernelli crashes against the mat.
Imanaga tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tavernelli wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tavernelli lands some shots froms side control.
Tavernelli moves into full mount!
Tavernelli with a couple of short strikes.
Tavernelli landing punches.
Tavernelli is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Imanaga can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee warns Imanaga that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
A big strike lands for Tavernelli! That's really hurt Imanaga and he's turned his back - Tavernelli keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Tavernelli jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ciro Tavernelli! |
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