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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 146
Date: Mar 29, 2025 |
#R1#
Bernard tries to bum rush Viana with a series of wild strikes but Viana uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Viana tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bernard sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Viana somewhat.
We've been hearing reports that Bernard has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bernard throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bernard takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bernard lands a jab to the head.
Viana shoots in looking for a takedown. Bernard tries to sprawl out of it but Viana keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bernard manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bernard misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bernard lands a nice shot that snaps Viana's head back.
Bernard fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD2#
Viana shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bernard has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Viana off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bernard lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
Bernard 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.
Good exchange - Bernard coming out on top.
Bernard swings for the body but Viana moves out of range.
Viana misses with an uppercut.
Danga de danga de dang - Bernard scores with a four punch combination!
Viana shoots in but Bernard avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Asa Bernard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Diogo Viana.
Bernard lands with a cross.
Viana tries for a takedown but Bernard sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bernard throws a right and a left that Viana avoids nicely.
Good shot there by Bernard.
Viana misses with an uppercut. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Viana closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bernard circles away.
Bernard jabs Viana right on the nose. Viana blinks but takes it well.
Bernard throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Viana now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Viana shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bernard counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Viana is rocked!
Bernard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Viana.
Bernard is looking to counter punch.
Viana is still on wobbly legs! Can Bernard finish him?
Bernard is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bernard moves in close and cracks Viana with a massive right hand! Viana, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Bernard!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Asa Bernard!
After the fight, Asa Bernard was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Diogo Viana spoke after the fight, saying 'This maybe a lost fight, but is not a lost battle, and not even close to a lose war, I will come back, and soon!'. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 143
Date: Mar 08, 2025 |
#R1#
Nitro throws the left hand but Bernard avoids the punch easily.
A little jabbing left from Bernard on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bernard shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nitro as he jumps to the side.
Nitro drops his hands momentarily and Bernard takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nitro scores with a three punch combo!
Bernard throws a nice looking combination but Nitro bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bernard throws a body punch but Nitro moves out of range.
Nitro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bernard.
Nitro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bernard manages to avoid it.
Nitro throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bernard unleashes a big counter combination but Nitro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bernard lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Asa Bernard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nitro misses with a hook.
Bernard looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Nitro gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Bernard drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bernard jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bernard pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nitro is keeping the position for now.
Bernard is pushing down on Nitro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nitro is fighting to maintain full guard but Bernard has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bernard seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Bernard is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nitro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bernard. #SUB2#
Bernard is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nitro on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Nitro tries to get out of the position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Bernard is trying to work for a kimura but Nitro is defending well.
#SUB2#
Bernard is trying to work for a kimura but Nitro is defending well.
#SUB2#
Bernard is working for a kimura but Nitro is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Bernard 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.
#T3##SUB2#
Bernard is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bernard works his way into full mount!
Bernard looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bernard's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Bernard working for a submission but Nitro is keeping him at bay.
Bernard moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB2#
Bernard is looking for the choke from the back position but Nitro is controlling his hands well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bernard has the hooks in. Nitro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Bernard looking for the choke but no joy.
Nitro can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Asa Bernard dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nitro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nitro throws a series of punches but Bernard avoids them all with ease.
Jab by Bernard.#ROC2#Nitro is rocked!
Bernard batters Nitro with a massive right followed by a huge left! Nitro is out on his feet looking like a zombie as Bernard lands a final crushing right hand to drop Nitro to the mat with a gruesome thud! Bernard is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Asa Bernard!
Asa Bernard was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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