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Event:
Grappling Hype -16-
Date: May 04, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 8 losses; Victor Kramer!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Cecil Peabody.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Grubbins shoots in for a takedown but Kramer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kramer looks for a takedown but Grubbins sprawls well.
Grubbins half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kramer slaps away a takedown attempt from Grubbins, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Grubbins shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kramer's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (0) Kramer
Kramer looking for a sweep. Not yet Kramer, not yet. #SUB2#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Grubbins wants to control from the top but Kramer keeps moving.
Grubbins wants to pass the guard but Kramer is keeping the position.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Grubbins from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kramer wants to sweep here but Grubbins controlling him for the moment.
Grubbins controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Kramer is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (2) Kramer
Kramer is looking to advance position but Grubbins won't allow it. #SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Grubbins has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Kramer wants to work for an arm triangle but Grubbins is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Grubbins has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Kramer is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2##SUB2#
Kramer trying to work for an americana but Grubbins has managed to regain full guard.
Kramer trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Grubbins manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (4) vs (2) Kramer
Kramer wants to sweep here but Grubbins controlling him for the moment.
Grubbins trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom.
Grubbins stopping the sweep attempt from Kramer.
Kramer can't keep his opponent in guard - Grubbins advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kramer manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3##SUB#
Grubbins thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Kramer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Grubbins defends it easily.#SUB2#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Grubbins pushing down on Kramer's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Grubbins tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kramer knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Grubbins is trying to work for a kimura but Kramer is defending well.
#SUB#
Grubbins wants to work for an arm triangle but Kramer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kramer manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Grubbins won't allow Kramer to sweep him here. #T4##SUB2#
Kramer looking for a guillotine here but Grubbins defends easily.
Grubbins stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kramer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kramer looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kramer lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (4) vs (4) Kramer#SUB2#
Kramer is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Grubbins is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Grubbins has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (6) vs (4) Kramer
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Grubbins from controlling successfully.
Grubbins is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T5#
Grubbins stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kramer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kramer 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.
Kramer is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (6) vs (6) Kramer
Kramer is looking to advance position but Grubbins won't allow it. #SUB2#
Grubbins is defending against the submission attempts here by Kramer.
#SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Grubbins is defending well.
#T6#
Grubbins regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kramer looking to pass the guard.
Kramer pushes down on Grubbins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kramer is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Grubbins doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kramer. #SUB2#
Grubbins is defending against the submission attempts here by Kramer.
#T7##SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Grubbins still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Grubbins has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Grubbins (10) vs (6) Kramer#T8#
Kramer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Grubbins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kramer keeps working.
Kramer is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Grubbins is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Kramer is trying to escape and Grubbins transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Kramer is forced to tap! Nice work there by Grubbins! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Spud Grubbins!
Spud Grubbins decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -14-
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Kevin Hart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Spud Grubbins!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Grubbins fails with the takedown.#TD#
Hart manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Grubbins on his heels. He'll look to pass Grubbins's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hart (2) vs (0) Grubbins#SUB#
Hart drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Grubbins dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hart (2) vs (2) Grubbins
Grubbins trying to control but Hart is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hart escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Grubbins gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hart working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Grubbins has passed into half guard!
Hart tries to roll over but Grubbins keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hart moves into full guard.
Grubbins looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Grubbins is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Hart is looking for a triangle here but Grubbins uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hart (2) vs (5) Grubbins#SUB2#
Grubbins tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hart is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Grubbins looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hart tries to bench press Grubbins off him but Grubbins keeps the position. #SUB2#
Grubbins is trying to get an arm triangle but Hart is defending well. #SUB2#
Grubbins working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Hart is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Grubbins working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Grubbins is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hart knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hart regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hart slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Hart has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Grubbins doesn't defend quickly enough and Hart has managed to lock this one up! Can Grubbins escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Hart on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Kevin Hart!
Kevin Hart decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -12-
Date: Apr 20, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Daniel Franklin and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Grubbins.
Grubbins is trying to drag Jackson to the mat but Jackson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Grubbins.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spud Grubbins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grubbins is trying to drag Jackson to the mat but Jackson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Grubbins.
#TD2#
Jackson pulls guard successfully.
#T1#
Grubbins slips nicely into half guard.
Jackson is looking to improve his position.
Jackson works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Jackson looking for a guillotine here but Grubbins defends easily.
Grubbins stays in close to Jackson's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Jackson has his foot on Grubbins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grubbins works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Grubbins works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grubbins is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grubbins is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Grubbins is trying to control. Jackson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Grubbins works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Grubbins (3) vs (0) Jackson#T3##SUB#
Grubbins wants to finish this one by submission but Jackson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Grubbins.
Jackson is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Grubbins jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Jackson is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jackson and Grubbins has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Grubbins looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Grubbins goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jackson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Grubbins but great work by Jackson. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Grubbins (3) vs (4) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Grubbins, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Jackson swings around for an armbar but Grubbins sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Jackson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (5) vs (4) Jackson
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grubbins. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4##SUB2#
Jackson working for a triangle but Grubbins defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.
Grubbins 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.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Jackson has his foot on Grubbins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grubbins works his way back into a safe position though.#T5#
Grubbins wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #SUB#
Grubbins drops back looking for a leg! Jackson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jackson manages to kick Grubbins off! Grubbins jumps back into Jackson's guard. #SUB2#
Jackson working for a triangle but Grubbins defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Grubbins avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grubbins drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jackson dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (5) vs (6) Jackson#T6#
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Jackson keeps trying to improve his position.
Jackson passes Grubbins's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Grubbins regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Jackson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Grubbins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Jackson has Grubbins in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (7) vs (6) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.#T7#
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Grubbins from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Jackson looking for a triangle here. Grubbins is fighting it but it looks tight! Jackson pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Grubbins is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Diminutive Jackson! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -9-
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Nano Grippy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Spud Grubbins!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Grippy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Grubbins to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grippy (0) vs (2) Grubbins
Grubbins trying to control the position from guard on top but Grippy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grippy looking for a triangle here. Grubbins is fighting it but it looks tight! Grippy pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Grubbins is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Nano Grippy!
An out of breath Nano Grippy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -8-
Date: Apr 06, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Smalliver Twist!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Wesley Smith and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Grubbins closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Grubbins lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (0) Twist
Grubbins wants to control from the top but Twist keeps moving.
Twist working a defensive guard here.
Grubbins works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Twist is trying to maintain the position but Grubbins is very close to passing his half guard.
Grubbins controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Twist is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Grubbins seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Grubbins not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grubbins is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Twist has managed to free his arm - good work.
Twist trying to control but Grubbins postures up.
#SUB#
Grubbins is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Twist sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Grubbins is looking for a kimura here.
Twist is looking to control Grubbins's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Twist avoid being mounted?#T2##SUB#
Grubbins is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Twist sees it coming and defends easily.
Grubbins seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Twist does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Grubbins seems to be working for a kimura but Twist defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Grubbins is trying to work for a kimura but Twist is defending well.
Twist trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Grubbins is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Twist keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grubbins is looking for a kimura but Twist is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Grubbins to get the leverage. #SUB#
Grubbins is working for a submission of some sort.
Twist trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Grubbins is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Twist defends it well.
Twist moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
Grubbins controlling from the top position.
Twist not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Twist tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Grubbins trying to control but Twist is working from the bottom.
Grubbins looking to sit in guard and control but Twist gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (2) Twist
Twist trying to control but Grubbins is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Twist lying in Grubbins's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Grubbins decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Twist taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Spud Grubbins!
An intense looking Spud Grubbins took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'This mothafucka gonna get my metal!'.
Smalliver Twist was interviewed post fight and said 'Please Sir, can I have some more?'. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -6-
Date: Mar 30, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Gabe Utsecks!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, John Roberts and John Kavanagh.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Utsecks goes for a double leg but Grubbins avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Grubbins continues to drive forward.#TD#
Grubbins drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (0) Utsecks#SUB#
Grubbins drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Grubbins as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Utsecks screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Grubbins! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Spud Grubbins!
An intense looking Spud Grubbins took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'This mothafucka gonna get my metal!'. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -4-
Date: Mar 23, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Grubbins closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Magomedov to the mat! Magomedov manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (0) Magomedov
Grubbins looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Magomedov has control of Grubbins's left arm, preventing Grubbins from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (2) Magomedov#SUB#
Grubbins has his foot on Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Grubbins is keeping the position.#SUB#
Grubbins escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Magomedov lying in Grubbins's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Grubbins decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Magomedov taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Spud Grubbins!
As Spud Grubbins got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: This mothafucka gonna get my metal!'.
In defeat, Gadzhimagomed Magomedov stepped up to the mic, saying 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -1-
Date: Mar 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Trey Moreno!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Stewart Dunkirk and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Grubbins scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Grubbins (4) vs (0) Moreno
Moreno is looking for a sweep.
Moreno is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Grubbins is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Moreno knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Moreno tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Grubbins wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Moreno regains half guard.#SUB#
Grubbins wants to work for an arm triangle but Moreno is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Moreno looking for submissions off his back.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Moreno can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moreno is controlling Grubbins's trapped leg to prevent Grubbins from advancing to side control.
Grubbins wants to take a breather but Moreno is having none of it. #T1#
Moreno tries to roll over but Grubbins keeps him under control.#SUB#
Grubbins seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Grubbins seems to be looking for submissions.
Moreno desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Let's hope that Moreno has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Moreno is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Grubbins tries to pass the half guard into mount. Moreno knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Moreno regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Moreno seems keen to control Grubbins's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grubbins drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grubbins jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Grubbins trying to control but Moreno is working from the bottom.
Moreno looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Moreno tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moreno is pulling down on Grubbins's head. It's preventing any offense from Grubbins, at least for the moment.#T3#
Grubbins trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Grubbins won't allow Moreno to sweep him here.
Moreno has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Grubbins looking to pass the guard.
Moreno looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Moreno controlling the position.
Moreno 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.
Grubbins trying to control the position from guard on top but Moreno is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Grubbins slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Grubbins seems to be looking for submissions.
Moreno makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Moreno.
Grubbins wants to control from the top but Moreno keeps moving.
Grubbins won't allow Moreno to sweep him here.
Moreno is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Grubbins thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Moreno really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grubbins. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Grubbins stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Moreno swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Moreno managing to control the position. #SUB#
Grubbins has gone for a leg lock! Moreno slips out almost immediately though and dives into Grubbins's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (4) vs (2) Moreno
Moreno is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Moreno stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Grubbins swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Moreno keeps trying to improve his position.
Moreno controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Moreno must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T6##SUB#
Moreno got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grubbins has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Moreno has managed to get both his arms back between Grubbins's legs - danger averted.
Moreno content to stall in guard here. #T7#
It looks like Moreno might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Moreno pushes down on Grubbins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Moreno works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Grubbins (4) vs (5) Moreno
Grubbins stops Moreno from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T8#
Moreno controlling from mount.
Moreno's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Grubbins prevents Moreno from taking his back.
Moreno trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Moreno content just to control the position here. #T9#
Moreno is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Grubbins is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Grubbins (4) vs (8) Moreno#T10#
Grubbins tries to escape the position.
Moreno biding his time, looking for the opening.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Moreno.#T11##T12##SUB2#
Grubbins showing good submission defense here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T13##T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Moreno wins on points by 8 to 4.
In defeat, Spud Grubbins stepped up to the mic, saying 'Need to get in a private gym if I want to make a push for a title. That ain't it.'. |
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Event:
HYPE Midget Championship
Date: Mar 09, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Paul Crewe!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Robert Twigg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Grubbins shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Crewe manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (0) Crewe
Grubbins stopping the sweep attempt from Crewe.#SUB2#
Crewe is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Grubbins is aware though and is defending well.
Crewe controls Grubbins momentarily but Grubbins frees himself. #SUB#
Grubbins drops back, looking for a kneebar! Crewe looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Crewe looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Crewe! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Grubbins (2) vs (4) Crewe
Grubbins tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Crewe advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Grubbins (2) vs (6) Crewe
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crewe fails to advance to Grubbins's back. #SUB2#
Crewe wants to finish this one by submission but Grubbins is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Crewe. #T1#
Crewe sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Crewe wants to finish this one by submission but Grubbins is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Crewe.
Crewe seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Grubbins is holding on tight.
#SUB2#
Crewe working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Crewe looking to control but Grubbins is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Grubbins defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Crewe. #T2#
Crewe fails to advance to Grubbins's back.
Crewe keeps trying to improve his position.
Crewe controlling from mount.
Crewe trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Crewe might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Grubbins haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Crewe goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Grubbins turns into him and now he's in Crewe's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (4) vs (6) Crewe
Grubbins won't allow Crewe to sweep him here.
Crewe is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Grubbins is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Crewe is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Crewe has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (4) vs (8) Crewe
Grubbins trying to keep a closed guard but Crewe is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Grubbins keeping moving, preventing Crewe from controlling successfully.
Crewe controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Grubbins keeping full guard, as Crewe tries to pass. #T5#
Crewe slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Crewe wants to control from the top but Grubbins keeps moving.
Crewe controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Grubbins is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Crewe tries to free his leg and advance position but Grubbins is retaining full guard. #T6#
Crewe controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Crewe is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Grubbins is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Grubbins has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (6) vs (8) Crewe#SUB#
Grubbins thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Crewe is trying to keep Grubbins in close.
#SUB#
Grubbins is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Crewe is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Crewe has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (6) vs (10) Crewe
Crewe 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7##SUB2#
Crewe has gone for a leg lock! Grubbins slips out almost immediately though and dives into Crewe's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (8) vs (10) Crewe#SUB#
Grubbins drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Crewe manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Grubbins has Crewe in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (8) vs (12) Crewe
Crewe wants to control from the top but Grubbins keeps moving. #T8#
Crewe wants to pass the guard but Grubbins is keeping the position.
Crewe is stalling in the full guard.
Crewe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Grubbins swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9#
Crewe wants to control from the top but Grubbins keeps moving.
Crewe content to stall in guard here.
Grubbins is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (10) vs (12) Crewe
Crewe regains full guard. Nicely done.
Grubbins won't allow Crewe to sweep him here. #T10##SUB#
Grubbins drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Crewe manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Grubbins has Crewe in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (10) vs (14) Crewe
Crewe is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Crewe must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Crewe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Crewe trying to control the position from guard on top but Grubbins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Crewe tries to free his leg and advance position but Grubbins is retaining full guard. #T11#
Crewe trying to control but Grubbins is working from the bottom.
Crewe postures up.
Crewe is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Crewe passes into half guard.
Grubbins is not content to let Crewe control the position.
Crewe controlling the action here. #T12##SUB2#
Crewe is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Grubbins is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Paul Crewe!
An out of breath Paul Crewe thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Spud Grubbins stepped up to the mic, saying 'Need to get in a private gym if I want to make a push for a title. That ain't it.'. |
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Event:
Midget Champions RD3
Date: Mar 02, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Torso Junior! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Spud Grubbins!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Grubbins shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Junior napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Junior (0) vs (4) Grubbins
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Junior gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Grubbins prevents Junior from improving his position.#SUB2#
Junior is defending against the submission attempts here by Grubbins.
#SUB2#
Grubbins wants to work for an arm triangle but Junior is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Grubbins is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Junior sees it coming and defends easily.
Junior is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Grubbins is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Junior is just riding it out for now. Grubbins eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Junior is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Grubbins seems to be looking for submissions.
Junior is trying to maintain the position but Grubbins is very close to passing his half guard.
Junior is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Grubbins is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Junior sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Junior manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2##SUB2#
Grubbins drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grubbins jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Junior has his foot on Grubbins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grubbins works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Grubbins drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Junior manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Grubbins has Junior in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (2) vs (4) Grubbins
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Junior trying to control the position from guard on top but Grubbins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Junior is pushing down on Grubbins's leg trying to pass to half guard. Grubbins is fighting to maintain full guard but Junior has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3#
Grubbins tries to roll over but Junior keeps him under control.#SUB#
Junior is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Junior works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (5) vs (4) Grubbins#T4#
Grubbins is squirming around, avoiding Junior's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Junior moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Grubbins has worked his arm free - good work by Grubbins!
Junior is trying to move to mount but Grubbins reverses beautifully and ends up in Junior's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (5) vs (6) Grubbins
Junior not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5##SUB2#
Grubbins thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Junior wants to sweep here but Grubbins controlling him for the moment.
Junior looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Junior controls Grubbins momentarily but Grubbins frees himself. #SUB2#
Grubbins drops back, looking for a kneebar! Junior looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Junior looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Junior! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Junior (9) vs (6) Grubbins#SUB#
Junior tries for a kimura but Grubbins is defending well.
Junior wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grubbins keeps working. #T6##SUB#
Junior goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Grubbins has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Junior but great work by Grubbins. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Junior (9) vs (10) Grubbins
Junior can't do much from the bottom here.
Junior tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Grubbins tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Junior is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Grubbins off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Junior (13) vs (10) Grubbins#T7##SUB#
Junior is persistently looking for the submission but Grubbins is defending it well.
#SUB#
Grubbins defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Junior's arms. #SUB#
Grubbins fending off the submission attempt from Junior. #T8##SUB#
Grubbins defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Junior's arms. #SUB#
Grubbins is trying to roll into a better position but Junior has get a rear naked choke and Grubbins is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Torso Junior!
The defeated Spud Grubbins had this to say: 'Need to get in a private gym if I want to make a push for a title. That ain't it.'. |
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Event:
Midget Champions RD2
Date: Feb 23, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Olaf Koks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Spud Grubbins!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Tiny Johnson and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Koks shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Koks was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Koks (4) vs (0) Grubbins
Grubbins is looking for a sweep.
Koks trying to control the position but Grubbins is working away. #SUB#
Koks tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Koks tries for a kimura but Grubbins is defending well. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grubbins seems a little lost for a moment, as Koks dominates the positioning.
Grubbins is not content to let Koks control the position.
Grubbins gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Still in half guard, Koks seems content to control.
Koks is looking to take a break and control but Grubbins is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Koks wants to pass to mount but Grubbins is defending the position. #T2#
Koks is working hard here to advance position.
Koks is trying to control. Grubbins wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Koks is thwarting Grubbins's attempts to control the position.
Koks is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Koks sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Koks wants to control from the top but Grubbins keeps moving.
Koks slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Koks tries to free his leg and advance position but Grubbins is retaining full guard. #T4#
Koks is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Koks is looking to advance position but Grubbins has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Koks (4) vs (4) Grubbins
Koks is looking to improve his position but Grubbins isn't that keen on the idea.
Koks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Grubbins controlling from mount.
Grubbins looking to control but Koks is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5#
Koks bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Koks (6) vs (4) Grubbins
Koks 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.
Koks slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Koks (9) vs (4) Grubbins
Koks is looking to take a break and control but Grubbins is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Grubbins tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Koks wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T6#
Koks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grubbins keeps working. #SUB#
Koks tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Grubbins's face as Koks controls the position. #SUB#
Koks is trying to get an arm triangle but Grubbins is defending well.
Grubbins prevents Koks from moving into mount. #T7##SUB#
Koks thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Grubbins prevents Koks from moving into mount.
Koks wants to control but Grubbins is keeping him busy.
Koks happy to just control the position for now.
Grubbins is trying to get back to half guard.#T8#
Grubbins can't do much from the bottom here.
Grubbins is not content to let Koks control the position.
Koks content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Koks trying to control the position but Grubbins is working away. #T9##SUB#
Koks tries for a kimura but Grubbins is defending well.
Koks is looking to take a break and control but Grubbins is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Koks controls the position from side control.
Koks wants to control but Grubbins is keeping him busy.
Koks tries to advance to mount but Grubbins instead regains half guard.
Koks takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Koks is working for a submission of some sort.
#T11#
Koks is trying to control the action in half guard but Grubbins is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Koks trying to mount his opponent but Grubbins defends it.
Koks perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grubbins is looking to control Koks's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Grubbins avoid being mounted?
Koks slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T12#
Koks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grubbins keeps working.
Koks controlling the action here.
Koks wants to advance to full mount but Grubbins doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T13#
Koks slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Koks (12) vs (4) Grubbins
Koks wants to control but Grubbins is keeping him busy.
Grubbins gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Koks (14) vs (4) Grubbins#SUB#
Koks is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Grubbins has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Koks tries to control but Grubbins wriggling away. #T14#
Koks takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Grubbins is squirming around, avoiding Koks's attempts to control the action.
Grubbins is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Koks is working for a guillotine from mount but Grubbins frees his head quite easily.
Koks sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Koks takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
Olaf Koks thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Spud Grubbins stepped up to the mic, saying 'Need to get in a private gym if I want to make a push for a title. That ain't it.'. |
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Event:
Midget Champions RD1
Date: Feb 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Spud Grubbins!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Stewart Dunkirk and Chris Downing.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Grubbins dives in and scores a takedown into Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Grubbins#SUB2#
Grubbins drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Grubbins seems to have locked his on tight now - Magomedov screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Grubbins, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Spud Grubbins!
Spud Grubbins looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Like a bike with no seat... I'm in ya ass!'.
In defeat, Gadzhimagomed Magomedov stepped up to the mic, saying 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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