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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
RRFC 11: Neil vs Pereira
Date: Oct 05, 2019 |
#R1# Wakimi tries a head kick but it misses.
Wakimi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wakimi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Konds connects with a good right hand that stumbles Wakimi. Wakimi circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Konds lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wakimi circles away quickly and effectively. Konds on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Wakimi slips a jab and a cross from Konds.
Konds thuds a left hand into Wakimi's body. Wakimi throws a series of punches but Konds moves out of range. Konds blocks a head kick by Wakimi.
A combination from Wakimi does no damage. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A jab lands there for Konds. Sloppy strikes from Wakimi. Those never looked like landing. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Konds! But no joy. Wakimi throws a head kick that misses. Wakimi throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Konds throws a good cross that connects.
Konds tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wakimi was well out of range. Poor timing from Konds.#T1# Wakimi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Konds's calf. Wakimi lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Wakimi. A combination from Wakimi does no damage. A combination from Konds does no damage. Konds avoids the head kick by Wakimi.
Wakimi scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Konds lands with a right hand. Wakimi lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT# It looks like Georgi Konds has been cut. Wakimi tries a head kick but it misses.
Konds connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Wakimi tumbling to the canvas! Konds pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Wakimi was done - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Georgi Konds!
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 7
Date: Sep 29, 2019 |
#R1# Henriksen throws a head kick that misses. Bonbon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CL2# Bonbon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2# Bonbon pulls guard. Bonbon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Henriksen manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Bonbon preventing the sweep. Henriksen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Henriksen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Henriksen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bonbon's head. #T1##SUB# Henriksen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bonbon has managed to free his arm - good work. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Henriksen in particular looking to stall. Henriksen has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB# Henriksen is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB# Henriksen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Henriksen trying to control the pace. #T3##SUB# Henriksen is looking for a kimura here.
Bonbon wants to get back to his feet.
Bonbon trying to hold on to Henriksen's head to control him but Henriksen postures up.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2# Bonbon scores with a takedown into Henriksen's guard.#ES# Henriksen manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Bonbon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Henriksen moves away. Bonbon looks to throw the jab but Henriksen is out of range. Bonbon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Henriksen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Henriksen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Karl Henriksen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2# Bonbon drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Henriksen manages to get back to half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Henriksen keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Karl Henriksen will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2##TD2# Bonbon gets the takedown into side control. #ES# Henriksen throws Bonbon to one side and escapes! A kick lands to the mid section there for Henriksen. Henriksen throws a hook but Bonbon avoids it easily. A right-left combo lands from Bonbon. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Bonbon walks into a jab. Bonbon throws a sloppy body shot
and Henriksen counters with a one-two to the body. Henriksen slips under a jab. Henriksen lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Bonbon takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CL2# Bonbon rushes Henriksen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Henriksen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bonbon's efforts to push away.#T1##TD# Henriksen ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Henriksen no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Henriksen is pulling down on Bonbon's head to control his posture. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. This is a sustained period of stalling by Henriksen. Henriksen's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground. Henriksen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Henriksen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bonbon defends it easily. Henriksen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonbon can do to turn this around? Henriksen controlling Bonbon's posture. Bonbon tries to free his leg and advance position but Henriksen is retaining full guard. Bonbon postures up and lands a big shot to Henriksen's brow. Henriksen keeping moving, preventing Bonbon from controlling successfully. #T3# Bonbon won't allow Henriksen to sweep him here. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Bonbon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Karl Henriksen is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2# Bonbon closes the distance and clinches. #TD# Henriksen manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Henriksen is controlling Bonbon's posture. Henriksen continues to stall.#T4# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bonbon accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Henriksen wants to sweep here but Bonbon controlling him for the moment. Bonbon throws a strike but Henriksen rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Henriksen looking to pass the guard. Karl Henriksen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Bonbon wants to stand and escape but Henriksen is having none of it. Henriksen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Further stalling from Henriksen. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karl Henriksen dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3##CL2# Bonbon clinches. #TD# Henriksen pulls guard successfully.
Henriksen looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Bonbon throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Henriksen works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Henriksen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Henriksen not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bonbon works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1# Henriksen looking to pass the guard. Henriksen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Bonbon controls Henriksen momentarily but Henriksen frees himself. Henriksen stands and throws Bonbon's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. 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. Bonbon can't do much from the bottom here. Bonbon is trying to improve his position. Henriksen controls the position. #SUB# Henriksen is trying to get an arm triangle but Bonbon is defending well. Henriksen working away.#T3##SUB# Henriksen is trying to get an arm triangle but Bonbon is defending well. Bonbon parries the strikes from Henriksen easily there. Henriksen is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bonbon to escape.
Bonbon is trying to control Henriksen's posture but Henriksen avoids it. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Bonbon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Henriksen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Bonbon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4# Henriksen takes one to the side of the head.
#CL2# Bonbon has Henriksen up against the cage in a clinch.
Bonbon tries to circle away but Henriksen has him pinned against the cage.#TD2# Bonbon turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Henriksen tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Bonbon presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Henriksen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Jeraldo Bonbon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Henriksen wants to control but Bonbon is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jeraldo Bonbon. I think Henriksen 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karl Henriksen! A relieved looking Karl Henriksen 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:
RRFC 10: Lee vs Goon
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1# Jungle doesn't manage to clinch there - Monson circles away.
Monson throws a nice looking combination but Jungle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Monson throws a right hand that Jungle ducks under and follows up with a left that Jungle also avoids with ease. Monson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Monson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jungle tries to close the distance and clinch up but Monson swats him away and circles back towards the center. Monson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jungle counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Monson throws a combination that misses and Jungle counters with a lovely shot to the body. Monson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jungle tries to close the distance and clinch up but Monson swats him away and circles back towards the center. Jungle tries to close the distance and clinch but Monson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Nice shot by Jungle. Jungle tries to clinch there but Monson circles away.
Monson swings and misses with a shot to the body and Jungle counters with a nice uppercut. #T1# Jungle defending well as Monson loads up on a big left hand. Monson throws a combination that misses and Jungle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Jungle wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD# Monson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES2# Jungle is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. Monson effectively controlling the action here. Monson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC2# Jungle's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Monson swinging wildly here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Monson throws a leg kick and Jungle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Jungle checks the leg kick nicely there.
#CL# Monson has Jungle up against the cage in a clinch.
#T2##BC2# Jungle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Monson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Monson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Waco Monson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jungle is looking to clinch. Jungle wants to clinch up but Monson keeps it at a distance. Jungle misses with a two punch combination.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jungle looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Jungle connects with a crisp jab. Jungle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jungle shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Monson defends it nicely.#T3# Monson swinging wildly here.
Monson misses with a few strikes there.
Monson misses with the combination.
The fighters circling - Monson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Jungle now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Monson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT# It looks like Jame Jungle has been cut. Monson loads up on a big right hand but Jungle slips the punch. Jungle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Monson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jungle misses with a takedown attempt - Monson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Jungle dodges the punch combination from Monson.
#CL2# Jungle has managed to clinch.
#T4##BC# Monson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL# Monson clinches with his opponent.
Jungle throws a head punch that misses. #BC# Monson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nice takedown defense from Monson. No joy for Jungle on that attempt. Waco Monson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jame Jungle. Jungle is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Monson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jungle moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Monson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jungle counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Jungle tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Monson defends well and Jungle ends up having to push Monson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Jungle is looking to clinch but Monson is avoiding it.
Monson fails to land with a series of punches.
Jungle tries to bum rush Monson with a series of wild strikes but Monson uses good footwork to avoid the assault. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Waco Monson dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jame Jungle's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Some wild striking there from Monson.
Jungle scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Jungle tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Monson defends well and Jungle ends up having to push Monson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Monson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Monson throws a right and a left that both miss. Monson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Monson swats away the attempt to clinch by Jungle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Monson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Jungle slips a jab from Monson.#CL# Monson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Jungle lands with a short shot to the head. #T1# Jungle tries to land knees in the clinch but Monson avoids the damage to the body. #BC# Monson breaks from the clinch.
#CL2# Jungle moves into the clinch. Jungle lands with a left to the head. Jungle avoids the elbow strike from Monson, against the cage.
#BC# Monson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jungle tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Monson swivels and escapes. Jungle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Jungle tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD# and Monson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Monson trying to control the action but Jungle is working from the bottom. Jungle is trying to stand.
Monson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jungle on the ground. Monson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2# Monson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Jungle is trying to stand back up but Monson is controlling him
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monson lands a nice short elbow. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU# Monson decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. Monson throws a sloppy body shot
and Jungle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Monson misses with a double jab
and Monson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Jungle fails to land the takedown. Waco Monson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jame Jungle. Jungle is breathing heavily. No luck with that takedown attempt from Jungle. #T3# Jungle checks a leg kick. Waco Monson is winning the standup battle so far. Jungle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD# Monson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jungle's guard. Monson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jungle can do to turn this around? Monson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jungle is keeping the position for now. Monson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #ES2# Jungle manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC# Monson breaks the clinch.
Jungle throws a body punch but Monson moves out of range. Jungle dodges the punch combination from Monson.
#T4##TD# Monson dives in and scores a takedown into Jungle's guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Monson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Jungle thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. Jungle keeping moving, preventing Monson from controlling successfully. Monson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Monson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Jungle wants to stand and escape but Monson is having none of it. Monson postures up and lands a big shot to Jungle's brow. Monson trying to control but Jungle is working from the bottom. Jungle has momentary wrist control but Monson slips an elbow through the middle. Jungle wants to get back to his feet but Monson is in a dominant position and won't allow it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Waco Monson dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jame Jungle's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# No joy there for Monson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jungle is looking to clinch. Jungle wants to clinch up but Monson keeps it at a distance. Monson misses with a right hand and Jungle counters with a left to the body. #CL2# Jungle clinches. #TD# Monson wants the takedown. Jungle is fighting it off but Monson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Jungle's guard against the cage. Monson wants to control from the top but Jungle keeps moving. Monson throwing strikes but missing. Jungle tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Monson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jungle has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Monson has managed to get both his arms back between Jungle's legs - danger averted. Monson sitting in guard, not really doing much. Jungle takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Monson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Monson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Monson controlling from the top position. Monson scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Jungle can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Monson controls the pace. Monson lands a couple of elbows.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Monson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Jungle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Monson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Jungle trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Monson!
Monson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Jungle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#KD# Monson drops Jungle with a left and a right! Oh, Jungle is hurt - Monson dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC# Jungle is rocked! A big shot lands for Monson! That's hurt Jungle! Will he recover? Monson fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Waco Monson!
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 9
Date: Sep 18, 2019 |
#R1# Musicman tries for a takedown but Wakimi circles away easily and Wakimi counters with a series of strikes. Musicman will be more careful next time no doubt. #TD2# Musicman looking to score a takedown here. Wakimi is defending well but Musicman drives through and ends up in Wakimi's guard. Musicman throws a big elbow that misses. Musicman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Musicman is pushing down on Wakimi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wakimi is fighting to maintain full guard but Musicman has managed to sneak the leg through. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Musicman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1# Musicman moves nicely into side control. #SU2# Musicman decides to stand back up. Musicman steps back and let's Wakimi get back to his feet. Mauricio Wakimi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Wakimi is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Musicman like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Musicman from another fist facial!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mauricio Wakimi!
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 5
Date: Sep 15, 2019 |
#R1# Bergstrem throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bonbon. Bonbon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bergstrem.
Bergstrem throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bonbon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Bonbon on the wrong end of a nice hook. Bergstrem misses with a double jab.
Bonbon throws a right and a left that both miss. The fight stays on the outside here - Bonbon looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Bonbon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Bonbon is looking to clinch but Bergstrem is avoiding it.
Bonbon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bergstrem sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bonbon somewhat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bergstrem looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Bergstrem misses with a few strikes there.
#CL# Bonbon has managed to clinch.
A short left from Bergstrem. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Bergstrem works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T1# Bonbon jumps guard but Bergstrem turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Bergstrem scores with a nice hook to the head. A hook to the body from Bergstrem.
Bergstrem working some nice short punches in the clinch. Bonbon tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bergstrem avoids it. A quick uppercut on the inside from Bergstrem. A shot in the inside from Bergstrem. Bergstrem lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Bergstrem lands a body punch. Bergstrem throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bonbons head. Still in the clinch, Bergstrem scores with a nice short uppercut. Bergstrem scores with a shoulder strike. Bergstrem lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonbon backwards. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Bonbon takes a shot to the head. Bergstrem lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A short right from Bergstrem. A shot in the inside from Bergstrem. #T2# A nice left hand lands by Bergstrem.
Bergstrem lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Bergstrem lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bonbon backwards. Bergstrem scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bergstrem lands with a short head shot on the inside. Bonbon tries to pull guard but Bergstrem forces him back to his feet, against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeraldo Bonbon. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bergstrem lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A frustrated look appears on Bonbon's face as he tries to break the clinch. Bergstrem lands with a left to the head. Bergstrem softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Bergstrem lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonbon backwards. Bonbon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bergstrem pulls him back up using the underhooks. Bonbon is trying to drag Bergstrem to the mat but Bergstrem just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Bergstrem throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bonbons head. Bergstrem lands a nice uppercut. Bergstrem scores with a shoulder strike. #T3# Bergstrem lands a right hand. Bergstrem lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bergstrem lands with a left to the head. A short uppercut from Bergstrem. Bergstrem scores with a nice hook to the head. Bergstrem lands a body punch in the clinch. Bergstrem lands with a left to the head. A quick uppercut on the inside from Bergstrem. Bergstrem lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bonbon backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Bergstrem. Bergstrem lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bergstrem works on Bonbon's body with a couple of short punches. Bonbon is breathing heavily. A nice right hand lands inside from Bergstrem. A nice right hand lands inside from Bergstrem. Bergstrem lands a hook to the side of the head. Bergstrem lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonbon backwards. Bergstrem lands a hook to the side of the head. Bergstrem lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4# Bonbon is looking to break free of the clinch but Bergstrem has double underhooks. Bergstrem lands a nice uppercut. Bergstrem softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Bergstrem lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC2# Bonbon is rocked! A hook to the body from Bergstrem.
Bergstrem has Bonbon pressed against the cage, preventing Bonbon from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Bergstrem lands a nice shot to the body. A short right from Bergstrem. Bergstrem lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Bergstrem scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bergstrem lands with a light punch inside. Bergstrem works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bergstrem lands a body shot in the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Bergstrem lands with a left to the head. Bergstrem scores with a shoulder strike. Bergstrem pushes Bonbon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Bergstrem lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bonbon backwards. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Daniel Bergstrem dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bonbon. Jeraldo Bonbon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. A combination from Bergstrem does no damage. Bergstrem thuds a left hand into Bonbon's body. Bonbon is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Bergstrem just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Bonbon has gone limp and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Daniel Bergstrem! Daniel Bergstrem decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
RRFC 7:Sydney
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1# Monson looks for the body kick but Vidal saw that one coming. #KD# Vidal drops Monson with a nice combination! Vidal dives into Monson's guard, looking to finish!
#CUT# It looks like Waco Monson has been cut. Vidal throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Monson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Monson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vidal. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Vidal trying to control the position from guard on top but Monson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Monson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Vidal is controlling him. Vidal stopping the sweep attempt from Monson. Vidal throws a big elbow that misses. Vidal trying to control the position from guard on top but Monson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T1# Vidal throws a series of punches but Monson avoids them all with ease. No joy there for Vidal, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Monson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vidal connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#ROC# Monson is rocked! Vidal lands with a big right hook that stumbles Monson - he's out on his feet here! Vidal follows up with another monster hook that separates Monson from consciousness! Monson falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Vidal stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jorge Vidal! An out of breath Jorge Vidal 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:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 23
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1# Bonin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Bonin misses with a straight right. Bonin misses with an uppercut. Joranso saw that one coming. Joranso wants to counter the offense by Bonin and move into the clinch position. A nice combination there by Bonin.
A lazy left from Bonin finds it's target. A telegraphed right hand from Bonin misses the target. A looping hook to the body misses from Bonin. Joranso does a little dance to reset his feet. Joranso let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Bonin scores with a punch to the head. Joranso gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#ROC# Joranso is rocked! Bonin shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Joranso takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Bonin sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Joranso bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). William Bonin!
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 6
Date: Aug 30, 2019 |
#R1# Wakimi thuds his shin into the meat of Poker's side. Poker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wakimi circles away quickly and effectively. As Poker backs off Wakimi throws a huge counter combo but Poker manages to avoid it all.#TD# Poker shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Wakimi napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2# Wakimi sneaks out the side door and pushes Poker away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Wakimi thows a body kick. Poker tries to catch it but that hurt him. Poker is breathing heavily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Some wild striking there from Wakimi.
Poker darts in looking for a takedown but Wakimi gets double underhooks and turns Poker into the cage. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wakimi! But no joy. Wakimi keeps Poker at a distance using the push kick. Nice body kick there by Wakimi. Wakimi connects with an inside leg kick. Wakimi lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CUT2# It looks like Wesley Poker has been cut. Wakimi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Wakimi throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Wakimi. Wakimi throws a combination. Poker tries to block but a couple of punches get through. Wakimi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Poker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wakimi. Poker steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Wakimi. That one must have hurt.#T1# Poker gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Poker tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Wakimi is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Poker buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Poker!! Poker is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Wakimi throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mauricio Wakimi!
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Event:
RRFC 4 Doms vs Leo Nani
Date: Aug 17, 2019 |
#R1# Burrows misses with a hook. Monson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT2# It looks like Clive Burrows has been cut. Burrows does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Burrows throws a big shot that misses. Burrows fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD# Burrows looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Monson! Monson defending against the ground and pound. Burrows postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Burrows 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. Burrows throws an elbow but Monson slips to the side and avoids it well. Monson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Burrows cracks Monson with an elbow. That is naaassty. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Burrows creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Monson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Burrows throwing shots but missing, from side control. Monson parries the strikes from Burrows easily there. Burrows is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Monson to escape.
Burrows working away. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Monson can do anything to dispel that myth. Monson on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T1# Burrows throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. An elbow from Burrows crashes against the mat.
Burrows working away. Burrows trying to control the position but Monson is working away. Burrows sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Monson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Burrows working the ground and pound. Burrows working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#ROC# Monson is rocked! Burrows in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Monson looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Burrows turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clive Burrows! A very excited looking Clive Burrows made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
RRFC 4 Doms vs Leo Nani
Date: Aug 17, 2019 |
#R1# Bonbon misses with a takedown attempt - Tochilov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Bonbon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Tochilov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Max Tochilov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tochilov.
Bonbon shoots in for a double leg but Tochilov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Tochilov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bonbon. That did some damage! Bonbon darts in looking for a takedown but Tochilov gets double underhooks and turns Bonbon into the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeraldo Bonbon. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tochilov throws a head kick that misses #TD# and Bonbon counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB# Tochilov tries to escape back to his feet but Bonbon has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Tochilov's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Tochilov is tapping! Bonbon saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jeraldo Bonbon!
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 1
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1# Monson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT# It looks like Con Musicman has been cut. Monson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Monson. Monson lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Musicman falls backwards - clearly groggy! Monson dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Waco Monson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 12, 2019 |
#R1# Wakimi throws a right and a left that Irvin avoids nicely. Irvin appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Wakimi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Irvin counters with a left and a right that stings Wakimi. A head kick misses from Wakimi. Wakimi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Irvin circles away quickly and effectively. Irvin 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. Wakimi throws a combination that misses #TD# and Irvin counters with a takedown into side control. Wakimi is trying to escape and get back to his feet. Wakimi gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Irvin works his way to his opponent's back.
#SUB# Irvin is cranking Wakimi's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Wakimi! He's tightened the choke and Wakimi is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Paul Irvin! Paul Irvin made sure to mention his sponsor, Sin City Allstars in his post fight interview.
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Event:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 13
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1# Joranso is looking to clinch but Magrin is avoiding it.
Joranso throws a combination. Magrin tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT# It looks like Coiote Magrin has been cut. The fight stays on the outside here - Joranso looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Joranso sets himself, and Magrin steps forward looking for the clinch! Joranso avoids it this time. Magrin dodges the punch combination from Joranso.
No luck for Joranso with that takedown attempt. Magrin doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Joranso doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrin circles away.
Magrin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. No luck for Joranso with that takedown attempt. Magrin is looking for the big counter here.#CL# Joranso takes the fight into the clinch. #T1# Joranso tries to break the clinch but Magrin is controlling the position. Joranso tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2# Magrin pulls guard successfully.
Magrin controls Joranso momentarily but Joranso frees himself. #SUB2# Joranso avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Magrin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Magrin is controlling Joranso's posture. Magrin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2##SUB# Joranso 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. #SUB2# Magrin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Joranso doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Joranso manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2# Magrin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Joranso defends well.#SUB2# Magrin has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Joranso should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Magrin has tightened it up now! Joranso should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Coiote Magrin!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2019 |
#R1##CL# Ingram rushes Joranso and presses him up against the cage. Ingram tries to pull guard but Joranso holds him up against the cage and eventually Ingram drops back down to his feet.
Ingram jumps guard but Joranso turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2# Joranso successfully pulls guard.
Ingram wants to stand and escape but instead Joranso has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB# Ingram throwing short punches from the bottom. Joranso slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2# Joranso in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Ingram is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Barido Joranso!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# Monson clinches up against the cage. Castro tries for a takedown. No joy.
Castro drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Monson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Monson works on Castro's body with a couple of short punches. Monson pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD2# Monson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Castro can't fight it off and eventually Monson manages to take the fight to the floor. Castro looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Monson wants to control from the top but Castro keeps moving. Monson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Castro's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Castro trying to control here.
Ground and pound from Monson. Castro is refusing to be controlled, as Monson sits in half guard. Monson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1# Castro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Monson is working away from the top position though. Castro works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2# Monson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Monson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Castro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Monson wants to stand back up but Castro manages to pass into side control.
Castro tries to stand but Monson is controlling his head. Castro lands a decent elbow from side control. Castro working away.#T2# Castro working the head with strikes. Castro 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. Castro working the body and head with strikes. Castro scores with punches from side control. Monson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Castro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Monson keeps trying to improve his position. Monson dodges the ground and pound from Castro. Monson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Castro connects with a decent elbow. Monson is looking to regain half guard here but Castro keeps moving and retains side control. #T3# Castro creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Monson dodges the ground and pound from Castro. Castro working away.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Castro wants to stand but Monson is controlling his arm. Castro postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Castro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Monson tries to improve position but can't. Castro tries to stand but Monson is controlling his head. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Monson can do anything to dispel that myth. Monson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Castro. Castro trying to control the position but Monson is working away. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Monson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2# It looks like Buford Castro has been cut.#CL2# Monson has Castro up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Waco Monson will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Buford Castro's cut. That's time! Castro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2##TD2# Monson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ROC2# Castro is rocked! Castro trying to hold on to Monson's head to control him but Monson postures up.
Oh Castro is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Monson is looking to advance position but Castro won't allow it. Monson slips a nice elbow through Castro's hands, connecting with Castro's forehead. Monson controlling the action here. Monson scores with a big shot! Castro's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Castro! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Waco Monson!
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