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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
CFC CG Tokyo 11
Date: May 10, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 70 wins and 70 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 17 losses; Kron Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Yasuomi Hirokawa, Sosuke Kotani and Taro Takaoka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Juncker drives through with a takedown into Gracie's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (0) Gracie
Juncker won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Gracie seems keen to control Juncker's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Juncker tries to pass. #SUB2#
Juncker got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Juncker has managed to get both his arms back between Gracie's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie trying to control the position here. #T1#
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Gracie managing to control the position.
Juncker looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie pulls Juncker in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Juncker passes Gracie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Juncker moves into full mount! Gracie won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie working to try and regain half guard.
#T4#
Juncker moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (8) vs (0) Gracie
Juncker is not going to allow Gracie to sit and survive in this position.
Gracie is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Juncker.
Will Juncker go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T5#
Juncker is trying to stick to Gracie's back but Gracie is turning into Juncker. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Juncker's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Gracie. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (8) vs (2) Gracie
Juncker looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Juncker being controlled here, momentarily.
Juncker wants to improve his position but instead Gracie has moved into half guard.
#T6#
Gracie is looking to advance position but Juncker won't allow it.
Gracie takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T7#
Juncker wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
Juncker trying to control here.
Gracie sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T8#
Juncker tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
Juncker is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Juncker works his way to full guard. Good work.#T9#
Juncker trying to control the position.
Juncker wants to sweep here but Gracie controlling him for the moment.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Juncker has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Gracie has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (8) vs (5) Gracie
Juncker is trying to control Gracie's posture but Gracie avoids it.
Juncker is looking to reverse the position.#T11#
Gracie controlling the position.
Juncker wants to control but Gracie postures up.#T12#
Gracie trying to control the position but Juncker is working away.
Gracie is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Juncker is trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Juncker's shoulder. That is not cool. #T13#
Gracie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Juncker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Juncker is working hard here to advance position.
The referee asks Gracie politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Gracie prefers to stall for the moment though.#T14#
Juncker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie trying to control the position but Juncker is working away.
Juncker is trying to improve his position.
Gracie taking a breather here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker takes the fight on points by 8 to 5.
After winning the bout, Gaston Juncker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CFC CG Tokyo 11
Date: May 10, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 148 wins and 112 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 23 losses; Bob Le Boulder!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Ren Mimura and Yasuomi Hirokawa.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Le Boulder throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sparxx's waist but Sparxx gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Le Boulder off to one side. #TD2#
Le Boulder changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sparxx looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sparxx (0) vs (4) Le Boulder
Sparxx tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Le Boulder happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Boulder trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away. #T1#
Sparxx being controlled for a moment.
Le Boulder wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Sparxx is letting Le Boulder control him for a moment. #T2#
Sparxx regains half guard there - taking advantage of Le Boulder's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Le Boulder looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
It looks like Le Boulder 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.
Sparxx keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Le Boulder sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Sparxx has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Le Boulder is working away from the top position though.#T5#
Le Boulder is controlling the pace.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Le Boulder keeps him under control.
Le Boulder is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Le Boulder's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T6#
Le Boulder wants to free his trapped foot but Sparxx is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Le Boulder is still trying to improve position.
Le Boulder content to control rather than advance. #T7#
Sparxx is trying to control but can't.
Le Boulder with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Le Boulder seems to be looking for submissions.
Le Boulder content to control rather than advance. #T8#
Sparxx gets back to full guard.
Le Boulder stays in close to Sparxx's body and controls the position.
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sparxx controls Le Boulder momentarily but Le Boulder frees himself.
Sparxx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sparxx, not yet. #T9#
Le Boulder pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx working a defensive guard here.
Sparxx is pulling down on Le Boulder's head to control his posture.
Le Boulder 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.
Sparxx seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Le Boulder tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard. #T10#
Le Boulder not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sparxx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sparxx, not yet.
Le Boulder trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Le Boulder stands and throws Sparxx's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (7) Le Boulder
A lull in the action here.#T11#
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Le Boulder thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Le Boulder controls the position.
Le Boulder looking to control but instead Sparxx has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Le Boulder is trying to control the action in half guard but Sparxx is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Le Boulder controlling the pace. #T12#
Le Boulder is thwarting Sparxx's attempts to control the position.
Le Boulder content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Le Boulder is continuing to stall.
Le Boulder seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Le Boulder is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sparxx is just riding it out for now. Le Boulder eventually gives up the hold.
Le Boulder seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T14#
Le Boulder passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (10) Le Boulder
Le Boulder controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Boulder looking to control but Sparxx is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Le Boulder wins on points by 10 to 0.
Bob Le Boulder managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Wrestler Wayfare, into his post fight interview.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
753 MM
Date: May 10, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Test LS! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jack Serra!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Steve Smith and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
LS swats away the attempt to clinch by Serra.#CL#
LS clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Serra is fighting off a takedown attempt but LS is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Serra to the mat. Serra regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: LS (2) vs (0) Serra#SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions from the bottom but instead LS passes into half guard.
LS slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serra trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but LS manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: LS (5) vs (0) Serra#T1#
Serra is in all sorts of trouble here.
LS controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Serra is looking to get to half guard.
LS controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
LS wants to control the pace but Serra is squirming around nicely.
LS takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Serra tries to get back to half guard but can't.
LS avoids the attempt from Serra to control.#T3#
Serra is in all sorts of trouble here.
Serra slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Serra is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but LS pulls his head out easily.
Serra is looking for a sweep. LS is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
LS is trying to control. Serra wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
LS trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Well, if LS is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight� I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza� Yum. Can't wait.
#T5##SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LS trying to control the action but Serra is working from the bottom.
LS keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
LS is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Serra moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T6##SUB2#
LS avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Serra looking to control.
LS sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Serra's guard.
LS will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
LS passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Serra! Score +3 for passing guard: LS (8) vs (0) Serra
LS trying to control but Serra is having none of it. #T7#
Serra wants to hold on but LS pushes him away.
Serra sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T8##SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LS working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Serra's thigh. Serra counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Serra looking to control but LS passes into half guard.
Serra is staying active underneath LS, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T9#
Serra trying to hold on to LS's head to control him but LS postures up.
LS tries to pass to full mount but Serra defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Serra is doing well to control the position and prevent LS from advancing to side control.
LS is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
LS is working for a kimura but Serra is defending it quite comfortably.
#T10##SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions off his back.
LS trying to control from half guard but Serra is working away. #T11#
Serra trying to control from the bottom.
LS slows the pace down in half guard.
Serra is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Serra looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Serra is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but LS pulls his head out easily. #T12##SUB2#
Serra is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but LS pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
LS is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Serra defends it well.
LS perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
LS is trying to control. Serra wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T13##SUB2#
Serra looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
LS looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
LS continues to stall.#T14#
Serra won't allow LS to pass to mount.
LS with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Serra looking for a kimura from the bottom but LS passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: LS (11) vs (0) Serra
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
LS working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
LS takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Test LS spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SMASH: Hohenthal vs Jackson
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1##TD#
Cross closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Seigel quickly recovers to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Seigel is looking for a sweep. Cross is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Cross is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Seigel has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Cross seems to be looking for submissions.
Seigel tries to roll over but Cross keeps him under control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Seigel can do anything to dispel that myth.
Seigel wants to control but Cross is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Cross is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Cross is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross prevents Seigel from improving his position.#SUB#
Cross is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Seigel sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Cross is thwarting Seigel's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Cross is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Seigel doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cross. #SUB#
Cross seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Seigel is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Simon Cross!
Simon Cross spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
750
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 147 wins and 112 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 27 losses; Frank Andersson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, William Peck and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx stuffs the takedown attempt from Andersson. Andersson gets slowly back to his feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Andersson shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice takedown defense from Sparxx. No joy for Andersson on that attempt.
Tyrone Sparxx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Andersson.
Andersson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sparxx tries to avoid it but Andersson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sparxx to the ground. Sparxx escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Andersson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sparxx tries to avoid it but Andersson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sparxx to the ground. Sparxx escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Andersson tries for a takedown but Sparxx sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sparxx 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.
Sparxx shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Andersson pinned against the cage. Andersson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Andersson fails to land the takedown.
No luck for Andersson with that takedown attempt.
Sparxx tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Andersson swivels and escapes.#TD#
Andersson gets caught napping as Sparxx dives in and scores a takedown. Andersson manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Andersson
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Andersson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (2) Andersson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson is looking to advance position but Sparxx has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sparxx (6) vs (2) Andersson#T1#
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Sparxx seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Andersson is holding on tight.
Sparxx controlling his opponent.
Andersson is trying to escape the mount.
Andersson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Sparxx takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Sparxx avoids the attempt from Andersson to control.
Andersson is looking to get to half guard.
Sparxx controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Andersson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sparxx trying to control but Andersson is having none of it.
Andersson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Sparxx trying to control but Andersson is having none of it.
Andersson tries to lock up and control but Sparxx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Andersson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Andersson keeps trying to improve his position.#T5#
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Andersson wants to control but Sparxx is having none of it.#T6#
Andersson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Andersson is looking to escape.
Sparxx controlling the position easily from mount.
Sparxx fails to take his opponent's back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T7#
Sparxx controlling the position easily from mount.
Andersson tries to lock up and control but Sparxx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Andersson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Andersson tries to hold on but Sparxx postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Andersson is trying desperately to improve position.
Sparxx manages to capitalize on a mistake by Andersson to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (9) vs (2) Andersson
Good control from Sparxx.
Sparxx is looking to control Andersson but Andersson is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T9#
Andersson breaks Sparxx's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (9) vs (4) Andersson
Andersson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sparxx swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Andersson passes into half guard.
Andersson is thwarting Sparxx's attempts to control the position.
Andersson trying to control from half guard but Sparxx is working away. #T10#
Sparxx is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Andersson works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (9) vs (7) Andersson
Andersson pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T11#
Sparxx tries to hold on but Andersson pushes him away.
Sparxx tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Andersson is trying to take his opponent's back.
#T12#
Sparxx keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Andersson controlling from the full mount.
Andersson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sparxx is looking to escape. #T13#
Sparxx is desperately trying to improve his position but Andersson has a good base and remains in mount.
Andersson controlling from mount.
Sparxx tries to lock up and control but Andersson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T14#
Andersson controlling the pace for now.
Sparxx really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Andersson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Andersson wants to take Sparxx's back here but Sparxx is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Tyrone Sparxx thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CFC CG Tokyo 9
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 70 wins and 69 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 121 wins and 76 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Hirohito Nitta and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Juncker throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kersikov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Juncker is in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Juncker tries to pass.
Juncker being controlled here momentarily.
Let's hope that Kersikov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker trying to move into half guard but instead Kersikov has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (2) Kersikov#T1#
Juncker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Juncker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Juncker controlling Kersikov's posture.
My spies in KFA inform me that Kersikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Juncker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Juncker wants to improve his position but instead Kersikov has moved into half guard.
Kersikov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but Juncker defends it.
Juncker tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Juncker keeping hold of Kersikov's head, controlling as best he can.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kersikov in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Kersikov prevents Juncker from improving his position.
Kersikov is looking to advance position but Juncker won't allow it.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Juncker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Juncker moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T5#
Kersikov trying to control but Juncker is working from the bottom.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Juncker is keeping the position.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Juncker keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully. #T6#
Juncker being controlled here, momentarily.
Juncker looking for a sweep. Not yet Juncker, not yet. #T7#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Juncker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov controlling from the top position.
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Juncker is retaining full guard. #T8#
Kersikov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Juncker wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Juncker there! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (2) vs (5) Kersikov#T9#
Kersikov content just to control the position here.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kersikov fails to take his opponent's back.
Juncker gets back to half guard.#T10#
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but Juncker defends it.
Juncker wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Juncker manages to get to full guard.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Juncker keeps moving. #T11#
Juncker 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.
Kersikov being controlled here momentarily.
Juncker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Juncker keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T12#
Kersikov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kersikov in particular looking to stall.
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but Juncker defends it.
Kersikov wants to control but Juncker is keeping him busy. #T13#
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but Juncker defends it.
Juncker moves into full guard.
Juncker managing to control the position. #T14#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Juncker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Juncker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Juncker is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 5 to 2. Bogdan Kersikov retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Bogdan Kersikov 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:
SMASH: Lang vs Jones
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#R1#
Francis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Leben counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Leben looks to score with a jab to the body but Francis is just out of range.
Francis swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Francis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Leben scores with a hook.
Leben feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Franciss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Francis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Leben buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis blocks the body kick.
A low kick from Leben is predictable there
and Francis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Black Leben has been cut.
Francis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
Francis moves out of range as Leben throws a body kick.
Leben lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Francis throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Leben counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Francis takes one on the button.
Leben missing with a left hand there. Francis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Despite the aggression on Francis's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Leben lands a nice leg kick that just misses Francis's sensitive parts.
Leben connects with a leg kick.
Francis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Leben swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Crunch! Leben slams his shin into Francis's torso.#T2#
Leben looks to throw the jab but Francis is out of range.
Leben throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Leben lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Leben scores with a nice head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Leben lands with a good body shot.
Nice cross by Leben.
Francis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Leben.
Leben throws a shot to the body.
Leben tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Francis is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Leben fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Francis manages to avoid it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Leben!
Leben connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Francis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Leben lands with a slapping head kick.
Francis throws a body shot but no joy.
A quick step to the side and Leben tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Leben scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Leben, as that shot connected.
Francis takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T4#
Leben throws a hook to the side of Francis's head but Francis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Leben darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Leben is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A solid leg kick lands there for Leben.
Donk. Leben catches Francis right on the button with a cross.
Francis slips under a jab.
Francis thinks about the counter body kick.
Leben lands a jab to the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Leben.
Francis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Black Leben seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Leben throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Francis on the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Leben dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Black Leben's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Leben lands with a nice body punch.
Leben scores with a nice head shot.
Leben throws a hook but Francis avoids it easily.
Francis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Leben.
Francis follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Francis throws a lazy body kick
and Leben counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Leben is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Francis can do to turn this around?
Leben cracks Francis with an open hand slap.
Black Leben is winning the standup battle so far.
Francis takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis avoids the head kick by Leben.
Francis misses with an uppercut
and Leben counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Francis throws a front kick that sends Leben stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Leben.
Decent striking displayed by Leben there.
Leben digs a good body shot into Francis's ribs.
Leben misses with a kick to the body.
A jab from Leben finds it's way through Francis's defenses.
Leben scores with a crisp jab that stopped Francis in his tracks.
Leben moves into range and connects with a jab.
Leben scores with a spinning back kick!#T2#
Francis stuns Leben with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Leben fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Leben is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Francis.
Francis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
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!
Francis misses with a looping left.
Leben connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Leben scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Leben throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Francis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Francis defending well as Leben loads up on a big left hand.
Francis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Leben swings widly with a right hand
and Francis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Leben thinking.
Nice body kick there by Francis.
Francis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Francis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Leben throws out the jab.
Francis cracks a nice hook into Leben's ribs.
Francis misses with a jab to the body
and Leben counters with a nice body kick.
Francis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Leben.
#T4#
Both fighters circling a little - Francis finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Leben throws the left hand but Francis avoids the punch easily.
Francis throws a body punch but Leben moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Leben. That's going to slow Francis down.
Leben tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Leben throws a lazy uppercut
and Francis counters with a nice body shot.
Francis has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Leben finds it's way round the side to connect with Francis's head.
Nice body kick from Francis.
Leben looks to land a left hand but Francis moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Francis! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Leben dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Black Leben's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Leben misses with a leg kick.
Oliver Francis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Black Leben is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Leben takes a jab right on the kisser.
Francis takes one on the button.
Leben looks for the body kick but Francis saw that one coming.
Francis misses with a hook. Leben ducked under it nicely.
A head kick misses from Francis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leben throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Francis throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Leben - that will leave a mark!
#T1#
Leben throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Francis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Leben tries to bum rush Francis with a series of wild strikes but Francis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Donk. Leben catches Francis right on the button with a cross.
Leben connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Leben dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Francis. That did some damage!
Leben fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Francis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Francis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Leben manages to avoid it.#T2#
Leben chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Leben scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Leben misses with a right hand
and Leben takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Leben pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Leben. Francis does a little dance to reset his feet.
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!
Francis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Leben throws out the jab.
Leben scores with a leg kick.
Leben looks to land a right hand but Francis moved out of range.
Francis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T3#
Leben throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Francis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Francis moves away from the strike by Leben.
Leben throws a lazy right hand but Francis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Leben misses the target.
Francis has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Leben fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Francis's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Francis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Leben counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Francis on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Leben listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T4#
Nice shot lands for Leben.
Leben connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Leben checks a leg kick.
Leben scores with a head kick. Francis tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Francis has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Leben.
Leben fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Francis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Francis throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Leben's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Francis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Leben.
Leben lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that's the end of the fight!
Black Leben showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Leben has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Black Leben!
A very excited looking Black Leben 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:
TOF 223
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#R1#
Ruyjini scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ruyjini throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Manfred throws a leg kick that misses.
Ruyjini slips under a jab from Manfred.
Manfred rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ruyjini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Klaus Manfred has been cut.
Manfred misses with an uppercut. Ruyjini saw that one coming.
Ruyjini swings for the body but Manfred moves out of range.
Ruyjini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice body punch from Ruyjini.
Ki Ruyjini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manfred moves forwards but Ruyjini connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've been hearing reports that Manfred has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Manfred pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ruyjini is out of range and Manfred settles back down.
Ruyjini unleashes a big counter combination but Manfred bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ruyjini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Manfred uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ruyjini.
Ruyjini scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Manfred doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ruyjini connects with a body shot.#T1#
Ruyjini misses the shot to the body.
Manfred ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ruyjini lands a two punch combo.
Good shot there by Ruyjini.
Manfred throws out a loose jab but Ruyjini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice takedown defense from Ruyjini. No joy for Manfred on that attempt.
Ki Ruyjini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Manfred tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ruyjini swivels and escapes.
Ruyjini jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Manfred lands a right hook to the body.
Ruyjini fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Manfred on the side of the head.#ROC2#Manfred is rocked!
Manfred walks straight into a right hand from Ruyjini - that's dropped him! Ruyjini jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Manfred from any more punishment! Manfred complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ki Ruyjini!
Ki Ruyjini seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
748
Date: Apr 19, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 69 wins and 69 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 66 losses; Ceph Alopodis!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, William Peck and Dillan Fox.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Juncker drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (0) Alopodis
Juncker is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Juncker tries to free his leg and advance position but Alopodis is retaining full guard.
Alopodis pulls Juncker in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Alopodis looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Juncker looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Alopodis has control of Juncker's left arm, preventing Juncker from doing any damage.
Alopodis keeping moving, preventing Juncker from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alopodis keeping full guard, as Juncker tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alopodis can't keep his opponent in guard - Juncker advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Alopodis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Alopodis moves into full guard.
Alopodis has control of Juncker's left arm, preventing Juncker from doing any damage. #T4#
Juncker trying to control but Alopodis is working from the bottom.
Juncker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Juncker wants to control from the top but Alopodis keeps moving.
Juncker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T5#
Alopodis controlling the position.
Juncker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Juncker is fighting to break Alopodis's control of his arms but Alopodis is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T6#
Juncker advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (0) Alopodis
Alopodis struggling a bit here.#T7#
Alopodis gets back to half guard.
Alopodis wants to sweep but Juncker has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (8) vs (0) Alopodis
Juncker controls the position. #T8#
Alopodis is trying to work for a sweep but Juncker has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Juncker (10) vs (0) Alopodis
Juncker trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Alopodis sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Alopodis is looking to control Juncker's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Alopodis avoid being mounted?#T9#
Juncker is controlling the pace.
Juncker prevents Alopodis from improving his position.
Alopodis is controlling Juncker's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T10#
Juncker wants to pass to mount but Alopodis is defending the position.
Juncker controlling the action here.#T11#
Alopodis is looking to improve his position.
Alopodis wants to control but Juncker is keeping busy.
Alopodis controlling the position for now.
Alopodis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T12#
Juncker content to stall in guard here.
Alopodis pulls Juncker in close to his closed guard and prevents Juncker from doing any damage or advancing position.#T13#
Juncker passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (13) vs (0) Alopodis
Alopodis felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Juncker tries to advance to mount but Alopodis instead regains half guard.
Alopodis trying to control from the bottom.
#T14#
Juncker controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alopodis keeps control of the position for the meantime.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker takes the fight on points by 13 to 0.
After winning the bout, Gaston Juncker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
748
Date: Apr 19, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 146 wins and 112 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 84 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sparxx drives through with a takedown into Lavicci's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Sparxx stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position.
Sparxx sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lavicci's guard.
Lavicci is trying to get back to full guard.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but Lavicci defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx prevents Lavicci from improving his position.
Sparxx works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Lavicci#T1#
Lavicci is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lavicci tries to improve his position but instead Sparxx has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (8) vs (0) Lavicci
Sparxx is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Lavicci trying to control the hands but Sparxx won't let him. #T2##SUB#
Lavicci preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sparxx.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
What can Lavicci do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Sparxx keeps control of the position as Lavicci tries to break free.
#T3#
I would not like to be Lavicci right now.
#SUB#
Sparxx is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Lavicci knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Lavicci for a finish. #T4#
I would not like to be Lavicci right now.
Lavicci wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Sparxx avoiding Lavicci 's attempts to control his hands. #T5#
Lavicci tries to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T6#
Sparxx avoiding Lavicci 's attempts to control his hands.
Lavicci tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Sparxx is hanging on to Lavicci's back as he tries to escape.
#T7##SUB#
Lavicci preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sparxx.
Sparxx has good solid back control here.
Lavicci tries to roll but Sparxx sticks to his back.
#T8#
Lavicci looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx keeps control of the position as Lavicci tries to break free.
#T9#
Lavicci trying to control the hands but Sparxx won't let him.
Good control from Sparxx.
Sparxx'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.#T10#
Lavicci trying to control the hands but Sparxx breaks the grip.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Lavicci tries to escape the position.
Sparxx trying to control.#T11#
Lavicci tries to roll but Sparxx sticks to his back.
Lavicci is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Lavicci tries to escape the position.
I would not like to be Lavicci right now.
#T12#
I really don't envy Lavicci right now.
Sparxx is not going to allow Lavicci to sit and survive in this position.
Sparxx biding his time, controlling Lavicci.
A lull in the action here.
#T13#
Sparxx has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Lavicci's body.
Lavicci rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T14#
Lavicci wants to get back to full guard.
Sparxx is just content to waste time from the top position. Lavicci takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Sparxx passes Lavicci's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sparxx sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Tyrone Sparxx thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TOF 220
Date: Apr 19, 2025 |
#R1#
Jab by White.
White misses with a body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
White connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Azarola throws an uppercut from half a mile away. White sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Decent striking displayed by Azarola there.
White misses with a body shot.
White throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azarola slips a jab from White.
Azarola throws a hook but White avoids it easily.
White feinted with a counter takedown.
We've been informed that Azarola has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1##TD#
White looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Azarola wants to improve his position but White is controlling well.
Azarola is staying active underneath White, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
White thows a huge punch but Azarola dodges it nicely.
Azarola has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. White is working away from the top position though.
White is trying to control. Azarola wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
White throwing shots but Azarola is blocking nicely.
White is trying to control. Azarola wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Azarola trying to hold on to White's head to control him but White postures up.
#T2##SUB#
White is trying to work for a kimura but Azarola is defending well.
White missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
White 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.
Azarola wants to get back to full guard.
Azarola keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
White passes to side control.
White in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Azarola takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
White is looking to take a break and control but Azarola is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
White working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Azarola wants to control but White postures up.
White takes a little break here. Azarola wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB#
White wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Azarola, who protects the arm well.
Azarola tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but White wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
White is looking to take a break and control but Azarola is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
White with the ground and pound but Azarola regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
White is nestled in close to Azarola, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
White scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
White controlling the action here.
White is trying to control. Azarola wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T5#
Azarola is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. White connects with a nice short shot to Azarola's temple.
White missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
White definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Azarola trying to hold on to White's head to control him but White postures up.
Azarola avoiding damage under a succession of punches from White.
White is looking to take a break and control but Azarola is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Azarola wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
White is looking to take a break and control but Azarola is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Azarola takes one on the button.
Azarola takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Azarola keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Azarola ducks under a wild hook from White.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Azarola! But no joy.
White throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T7#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts White, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from White. Azarola does a little dance to reset his feet.
Azarola throws a fast counter high kick but White manages to duck under it in time.
Azarola slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
White moves out of range as Azarola strikes.
White is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Azarola.
A swing and a miss from Azarola.
Azarola throws a hook but White blocks it.
White moves out of range of the strikes.#T8#
Azarola misses with a looping left.
Azarola uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from White.
Azarola throws out a counter right but White avoids it with no problem.
Azarola misses with a straight right.
White misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Azarola on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Azarola might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Azarola defending well as White loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from White misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Azarola! But no joy.
Nice defenses there by Azarola.
It seemed like Azarola was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T9#
White throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from White.
White wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
White manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Azarola on his heels. He'll look to pass Azarola's guard now, I'm sure.
Azarola keeping moving, preventing White from controlling successfully.
White advances to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
White trying to control the action but Azarola is working from the bottom.
Azarola tries to get to full guard but White has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ray White dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
White pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
White throws a hook but Azarola avoids it easily.#TD#
White looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
White throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
White trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Azarola manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
White looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Azarola passes into side control.
Azarola controlling from side mount. #T1#
White wants to control but Azarola postures up.
White manages to get back to half guard.
White trying to control here.
White is trying to control but Azarola manages to pass to mount!
Azarola content just to control the position here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
White is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
White tries to hold on but Azarola postures up.
White is desperately trying to improve his position but Azarola has a good base and remains in mount.
White is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
White working to try and regain half guard.
Azarola controlling the pace for now. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
White tries to get back to half guard but can't.
White is working hard here to advance position.
White regains half guard.
White trying to control here.
Ray White overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
White looking for submissions off his back.#T5#
White wants to get back to full guard.
Azarola is trying to control. White wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
White misses with a straight right.
Azarola throws out a counter right but White avoids it with no problem.
A jab lands there for Azarola.
Ray White is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice defenses there by White.
White tries to score a power double leg takedown but Azarola sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten White somewhat.
Azarola throws a fast counter high kick but White manages to duck under it in time.#T6#
Azarola catches White with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
White throws a jab when Azarola was well out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for White. That snapped Azarola's head back.
#T7#
Azarola fails to land with a series of punches.
White throws a body punch but Azarola moves out of range.
Azarola throws out a counter right but White avoids it with no problem.
Azarola ducks under a wild hook from White.
White ducks under a wild hook from Azarola.
White changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zigor Azarola is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
White takes a swing at Azarola's ribcage but misses.
White scores with a sloppy right hand. Azarola should have avoided that one.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Azarola!
#T8#
Azarola with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling White to score with a decent uppercut.
White lands with a right hand.
Azarola misses with a hook. White ducked under it nicely.
White bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
White changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Good standup being displayed there by Azarola as he connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
White shoots in but Azarola avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T9#
Azarola throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and White counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Azarola manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. White manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
White can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Azarola controls the pace.
White looking for a sweep. Not yet White, not yet.
Azarola is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
White escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Azarola gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Azarola is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zigor Azarola showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! White's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
White scores with a nice head shot.
White shoots in but no luck this time.
Azarola connects with the punch.
A slow jab from Azarola misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Azarola throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
White swings for the body but Azarola moves out of range.
Azarola looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Azarola jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
White throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Azarola was covering up waiting for the punch and White finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Azarola looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
White in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Azarola is on top in guard.
#REVB#
White working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
White looking for subs off his back but Azarola has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T2#
White has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Azarola is working away from the top position though.
White wants to improve his position but Azarola is controlling well.
White wants to control but Azarola is keeping busy.
#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
White is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Azarola pulls his head out easily.
White tries to roll over but Azarola keeps him under control.
Azarola looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Azarola trying to pass the guard but White defending well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
White steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Azarola.
Azarola keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from White.
Azarola looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Azarola avoids the body shot from White.
Azarola swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Azarola throws a hook to the side of White's head but White sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
White misses with a body shot.
Azarola takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
White slips a straight right by Azarola.
White feinted with a counter takedown.#T5#
White scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Azarola doesn't seem bothered though.
White has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Azarola finds it's way round the side to connect with White's head.
White throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
White shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Azarola pinned against the cage. Azarola gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T6#
Azarola loads up on a big right hand but White slips the punch.
White scores with a punch to the head.
Azarola waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract White.
Azarola lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Azarola lunges at White with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by White's hand.
White's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Azarola connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! White scrambles back to his feet.
Azarola clobbers White with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T7#
The fighters circling - White throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Azarola cracks White with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Azarola misses with a lunging right hand
#TD#
and White counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Azarola!
Azarola sneaks out the side door and pushes White away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
White throws a body punch but Azarola moves out of range.
White looks to score with a jab to the body but Azarola is just out of range.
White misses the jab.#T8#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
White listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Azarola throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Azarola rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
so White counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
White pushes down on Azarola's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Azarola tries to roll over but White keeps him under control.
White has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T9##SUB#
White goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Azarola turns into him and now he's in White's guard.
Azarola must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
White is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Azarola sitting in guard here, content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
White working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Azarola has passed into half guard!
And that's the end of the fight!
Zigor Azarola comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Azarola has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zigor Azarola!
Our winner, Zigor Azarola, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TOF 219
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
#R1#
De Leon blocks a jab.
De Leon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
De Leon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Woerner throws out the jab.
Woerner lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as De Leon backs up against the cage.
#CUT#It looks like Abelardo De Leon has been cut.
A big left from Woerner misses.
De Leon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Woerner on the wrong end of a nice hook.
De Leon moves out of range as Woerner strikes.
Woerner is looking to slow De Leon down with leg kicks.
A cross from Woerner lands.
De Leon walks into a straight right hand from Woerner.
Gigi Woerner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Leon takes one to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Woerner looks to land a combination but De Leon avoids it well.
Woerner dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on De Leon. That did some damage!#T1#
Woerner throws a looping overhand right but De Leon ducks down to avoid it.
De Leon feints a counter leg kick.
De Leon walks into a left hand.
De Leon staying out of range there.#KD#
De Leon ducks straight into an uppercut from Woerner and tumbles to the canvas! It�s a flash knockdown though - De Leon manages to regain guard straight away.
#SU#
De Leon is working an open guard so Woerner takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Woerner throws out a loose jab but De Leon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Woerner wants to slow De Leon down by chopping away at his legs.
De Leon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Woerner throws a nice inside leg kick.
Woerner bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Woerner lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Woerner throws a lazy uppercut
and De Leon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Woerner misses with a body shot.
Woerner lands a straight punch to the body, keeping De Leon at a distance.
De Leon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Woerner connects with a solid leg kick.
Woerner with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Woerner throws a looping overhand right but De Leon ducks down to avoid it.
Woerner misses with a looping right.
Woerner tries to land a front kick but De Leon steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Woerner connects with a good right hand that stumbles De Leon. De Leon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Woerner works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T3#
Woerner throws a big shot that misses.
Woerner is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Woerner tries to land a leg kick but De Leon saw it coming and moves away.
Woerner throws a head kick that misses
and De Leon counters with a straight right hand.
Woerner rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and De Leon counters with a stiff right hand.
Woerner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Woerner looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Woerner misses with a right hand
and De Leon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Woerner throws a head kick that half lands.
#CUT#That has opened up Abelardo De Leon's cut even more.
A lazy body kick from Woerner
letting De Leon counter with a right hand.
Woerner scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
De Leon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Woerner.
De Leon is looking for the big counter here.
A low kick from Woerner is predictable there #KD2#
and De Leon counters with a nice right hand that sends Woerner toppling to the canvas! Woerner scrambles and gets back to his feet - can De Leon finish him?!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Woerner cracks De Leon with a right hand to the side of the head.#T4#
De Leon jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD2#
De Leon lands a big uppercut and Woerner crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Woerner looks OK. De Leon waves Woerner back to his feet!#ROC2#Woerner is rocked!
Woerner fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches De Leon on the side of the head.
A bone on bone clash there as De Leon blocks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from De Leon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A low kick lands for Woerner.
You can see that De Leon has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Woerner missing with a left hand there. De Leon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
De Leon looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Woerner cracks De Leon with a right hand to the side of the head.
De Leon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Woerner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by De Leon.
Woerner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Woerner.#T5#
Woerner misses with a body punch
#KD2#
and De Leon counters with a crisp right hand that drops Woerner! De Leon lets Woerner back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Woerner tries a head kick but it misses.
De Leon takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Woerner throws a lazy right hand but De Leon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Woerner throws a big shot that misses.
De Leon has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Woerner lands with a thumping leg kick.
Woerner throws a lazy right hand but De Leon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
De Leon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Leon blocks a head kick by Woerner.
De Leon is looking for the big counter here.
De Leon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Woerner throws an ugly left hook that misses
#KD2#
and De Leon counters with a crisp right hand that drops Woerner! De Leon lets Woerner back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#T6#
Woerner feints and then cracks De Leon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow De Leon down.
De Leon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Woerner.
De Leon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
De Leon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Woerner lands the left hand.
Woerner connects with an inside leg kick.#KD#
Woerner connects with a vicious head kick that knocks De Leon to the floor! Woerner dives in looking for the finish!
De Leon is concentrating on defense, preventing Woerner from advancing position.
De Leon is pressing down on Woerner's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SU#
Woerner gets to his feet. De Leon looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
De Leon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Woerner.
De Leon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Woerner with a body shot.
Woerner throws an overhand right that lands on De Leon's shoulder, as De Leon tries to avoid the shot.
De Leon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T7#
De Leon takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CUT#The cut above Abelardo De Leon's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Woerner pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Woerner throws a lazy uppercut
and De Leon counters with a good, hard body kick but Woerner shrugs it off.
Woerner throws a leg kick that is checked
and De Leon counters with a stiff right hand.
De Leon might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Woerner is breathing heavily.
De Leon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Woerner misses with a straight right.
Woerner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from De Leon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Woerner wants to land a leg kick but De Leon is out of range.
De Leon replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Woerner blocks it well.
Woerner swings widly with a right hand
and De Leon counters with a left to the body.
Woerner throws a hook but De Leon avoids it easily.#T8#
Woerner tries a low kick but De Leon avoids it.
As Woerner backs off De Leon throws a huge counter combo but Woerner manages to avoid it all.#KD2#
De Leon sends Woerner crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! De Leon is motioning to the referee to let Woerner up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Woerner attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from De Leon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#KD2#
De Leon sends Woerner crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! De Leon is motioning to the referee to let Woerner up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Oh Woerner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
De Leon closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Woerner out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Abelardo De Leon!
A victorious Abelardo De Leon thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
746
Date: Apr 12, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 5 losses; Saad Sadiq ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Test LS!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
LS pushes Sadiq up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Sadiq has clasped his hands together around LS's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sadiq (4) vs (0) LS#SUB#
Sadiq is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. LS knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
LS is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sadiq taking a breather here.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LS tries to bench press Sadiq off him but Sadiq keeps the position. #T1#
Sadiq wants to lay and pray for a moment but LS keeps working.
LS is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sadiq taking a breather here.
Sadiq wants to lay and pray for a moment but LS keeps working. #T2#
LS is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Sadiq is trying to get an arm triangle but LS is defending well.
LS is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
LS struggling a bit here.
Sadiq slows the pace down.
Sadiq wants to lay and pray for a moment but LS keeps working.
A bit of a lull in the action here.#T4#
Sadiq tries to advance to mount but LS denies him.
LS wants to control but Sadiq postures up.
LS holding on.
Sadiq is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
LS trying to control but Sadiq flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sadiq (7) vs (0) LS#T5#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sadiq 's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
LS wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Sadiq has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Sadiq has the hooks in. LS is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T6#
LS staying busy and making it hard for Sadiq to control. #SUB#
LS showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
LS is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Sadiq gets his way!
LS can't escape the position.
#T7##SUB#
Sadiq patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Sadiq patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Sadiq is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy LS right now.
Sadiq gets his hands free as LS looks to control.
LS breaks Sadiq 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sadiq (7) vs (2) LS
LS is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T8#
Sadiq keeping moving, preventing LS from controlling successfully.
LS might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sadiq haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
LS pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sadiq is keeping the position for now.
LS is looking to pass into half guard but Sadiq pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Sadiq is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sadiq (9) vs (2) LS#T9#
LS trying to keep a closed guard but Sadiq is proving a slippery customer.
LS wants to sweep but no luck.
LS is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sadiq being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Sadiq drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and LS dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sadiq (9) vs (4) LS#T10#
LS is pushing down on Sadiq 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sadiq is fighting to maintain full guard but LS has managed to sneak the leg through.
LS takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
LS is continuing to stall.
LS wants to take a breather but Sadiq is having none of it. #T11#
Sadiq is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
LS is trying to control. Sadiq wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
LS trying to control the pace.
Sadiq has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. LS is working away from the top position though.#T12#
LS trying to control the action but Sadiq is working from the bottom.
LS is thwarting Sadiq 's attempts to control the position.
LS content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Sadiq controlling the position well.
LS trying to control the action but Sadiq is working from the bottom. #T14#
Sadiq holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
LS perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
LS is keen to just control but Sadiq is a slippery customer.
Sadiq is holding on to half guard well.
LS is thwarting Sadiq 's attempts to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
LS is pressing down on Sadiq 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sadiq is holding on for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sadiq takes the fight on points by 9 to 4.
Saad Sadiq 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:
TOF 218
Date: Apr 12, 2025 |
#R1#
Kluz missing with a left hand there. Bohn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bohn appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kluz lands a jab to Bohn's midsection.
Bohn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kluz thinks about countering with a body kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Kluz. That snapped Bohn's head back.
Kluz stalks Bohn and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bohn's face. Bohn staggers backwards, shaken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kluz connects with a jab.
Kluz thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bohn if he has to take too many more of those.
Bohn takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Bohn checks a leg kick.
Bohn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bohn misses with a wild body shot.
Kluz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kluz throws a hook to the side of Bohn's head but Bohn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bohn appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Kluz.
Kluz blocks a jab.
Kluz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bohn avoids it.
Bohn scores with a jab to the jaw.#T2#
The fighters circling - Kluz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kluz lands with a shot to the body.
Kluz scores with the left hand. Bohn knows he should have avoided that one.
Kluz connects with a solid leg kick.
Kluz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kluz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kluz lands a body shot.
#T3#
Bohn misses with a body kick.
Bohn with a nice calf kick.
A swing and a miss from Bohn.
Kluz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bohn takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice body kick from Kluz.
Bohn throws a push kick but Kluz slaps the foot to one side.
Bohn takes a swing at Kluz's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Kluz misses the shot to the body.
Kluz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A lazy body kick from Kluz
and Bohn counters with an inside leg kick.
Bohn digs a good body shot into Kluz's ribs.
Kluz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kluz throws a body shot but no joy.
Bohn just misses with a punch to the body.
Kluz is looking to counter punch.#T5#
Bohn slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT2#It looks like Celestyn Kluz has been cut.
Kluz throws a jab when Bohn was well out of range.
Bohn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bohn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kluz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kluz.
Bohn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bohn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kluz manages to avoid it.#T6#
Kluz throws a body punch but Bohn moves out of range.
Kluz misses with a body kick.
Bohn appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kluz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kluz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kluz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bohn takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kluz misses with a wild combination.
#T7#
Bohn moves out of range of the strikes.
Kluz lands a body shot.
Kluz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bohn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bohn moves out of range of the body kick.
Kluz misses with a few strikes there.
Bohn misses with a low kick.
Kluz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bohn.#T8#
Bohn lands with a cross.
Kluz throws a wild body kick that Bohn sees coming a mile off.
Bohn steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Some bone on bone action there as Kluz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kluz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bohn manages to avoid it.
Bohn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kluz throws a head kick that Bohn semi-blocks.
Bohn fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kluz on the side of the head.#T9#
Bohn throws a poor cross that misses
and Kluz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bohn throws a sloppy body shot
and Kluz counters with a two punch combo.
Bohn misses with a body punch
and Kluz counters with a good, hard body kick but Bohn shrugs it off.
Kluz lands with a straight right. Bohn didn't see that one coming.
Kluz misses with a two punch combination.
A nice side step and Bohn releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bohn displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kluz throws out the jab.
Bohn is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kluz with a body shot.
A cross from Kluz lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Celestyn Kluz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Celestyn Kluz'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.#R2#
Kluz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bohn counters with a nice body shot.
It looks like Kluz has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Kluz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bohn manages to avoid it.
Kluz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bohn sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A cross from Bohn lands.
Celestyn Kluz is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some bone on bone action there as Kluz checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kluz's corner calls for a 1-2. Kluz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Kluz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bohn tries a quick counter leg kick but Kluz is wise to it.
Nice defenses there by Kluz.
Kluz is looking to counter the offense by Bohn and move into the clinch.
Kluz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bohn.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Bohn might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kluz has got the better of the exchanges.
A low kick from Bohn misses
and Kluz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kluz throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bohn doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kluz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bohn.
Kluz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T2#
Kluz looks to land a right hand but Bohn moved out of range.
Kluz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kluz misses with a hook.
Bohn appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A lazy body kick from Kluz #KD2#
and Bohn counters with a nice right hand that sends Kluz toppling to the canvas! Kluz scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Bohn finish him?!#ROC2#Kluz is rocked!
Kluz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bohn can do to turn this around?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kluz lands a nice looking body kick.
Bohn has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A leg kick checked by Kluz.
The crowd cheers as Kluz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bohn doesn't seem phased though.#T3#
Bohn with a nice calf kick.
Kluz moves away from the strike by Bohn.
Kluz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bohn.
Kluz scores with a spinning back kick!
Bohn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bohn takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bohn throws out a counter right but Kluz avoids it with no problem.
Bohn misses with a head kick.
Kluz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kluz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bohn moves away.#T4#
Bohn slips a jab from Kluz.
A little jabbing left from Bohn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kluz gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kluz throws a body punch but Bohn moves out of range.
Kluz lands a body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Kluz.
Bohn has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Bohn has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kluz.#T5#
Kluz scores with a punch to the head.
Kluz throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kluz avoids the body shot from Bohn.
Kluz is looking to counter punch.
Bohn avoids a kick to the body.
Kluz throws a body punch but Bohn moves out of range.
Bohn doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kluz swings for the body but Bohn moves out of range.
#T6#
Kluz cracks Bohn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bohn takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kluz ducks under a wild hook from Bohn.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bohn takes a swing at Kluz's ribcage but misses.
Bohn blocks a head kick by Kluz.
Bohn was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bohn misses with a hook. Kluz ducked under it nicely.
Kluz tries to land a body kick
and Bohn counters with a nice uppercut. #T7#
Bohn throws a body punch but Kluz moves out of range.
Kluz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bohn scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kluz throws a body punch but Bohn moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kluz. Bohn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bohn doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bohn scores with a leg kick.
Bohn throws a lazy uppercut
and Kluz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T8#
Bohn is looking to score with low kicks.
Bohn misses with a body kick.
Kluz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kluz scores with a nice strike.
Bohn thows a leg kick but Kluz checks it
and Kluz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab from Kluz.
Bohn cracks Kluz with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bohn moves away from the strike by Kluz. #T9#
Kluz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A low kick from Bohn misses
and Kluz counters with a stiff right hand.
Bohn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kluz cracks a nice hook into Bohn's ribs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kluz.
Bohn let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kluz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bohn.
Kluz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Celestyn Kluz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Celestyn Kluz's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bohn looks to land a left hand but Kluz moved out of range nicely.
Bohn fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kluz.
Bohn pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bohn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bohn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kluz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kluz scores with a nice body kick.
Bohn misses the jab.#T1#
Bohn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kluz.
Kluz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bohn looks to throw the jab but Kluz is out of range.
Kluz is looking for a counter combo.
Nice shot by Bohn.
Kluz throws the kick towards the body but Bohn avoids it.
A nice side step and Bohn releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kluz misses with a looping right.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kluz. #T2#
Bohn throws a shot from downtown. Kluz moves away and avoids it.
Bohn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kluz.
Kluz throws a looping overhand right but Bohn ducks down to avoid it.
Bohn connects with a nice looking jab.
Bohn walks into a jab.
Bohn misses with a leg kick
and Kluz makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bohn really felt that one!
Bohn pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Bohn takes a jab right on the kisser.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bohn. That's going to slow Kluz down.
Bohn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kluz finds it's way round the side to connect with Bohn's head.
Kluz ducks under a wild hook from Bohn.
Kluz 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.
Kluz misses the jab.#T4#
Bohn misses with an uppercut.
It appears Kluz was looking to counter with a kick there.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kluz!
Kluz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bohn.
Bohn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bohn misses with a left hand
and Kluz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bohn misses with an uppercut
and Kluz counters with a two punch combo.
Kluz misses with a lunging right hand
and Bohn counters with a nice body shot.
Fabian Bohn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bohn has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T5#
Bohn throws a leg kick but Kluz moved away.
Kluz lands with a straight right. Bohn didn't see that one coming.
Bohn takes a swing at Kluz's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Kluz misses the target.
Bohn blocks the body kick.
It seemed like Bohn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kluz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kluz with a hook.
Kluz throws a hook but Bohn blocks it.#T6#
Bohn throws a leg kick that misses.
Bohn scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kluz's corner calls for a 1-2. Kluz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bohn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kluz manages to avoid it.
Bohn motions for Kluz to come forward. Bohn throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bohn thuds his right hand into Kluz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T7#
Bohn misses the shot to the body.
Kluz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bohn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kluz connects with an inside leg kick.
Kluz looks to score with a jab to the body but Bohn is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Bohn throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T8#
Bohn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kluz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bohn avoids it.
Bohn misses with an uppercut
and Kluz counters with a stiff right hand.
Kluz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bohn. Bohn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kluz lands with a hook. Bohn tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kluz throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bohn scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T9#
Bohn lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kluz will feel that in the morning.
Bohn misses with a straight left.
Kluz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bohn lands with a right hand.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kluz crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bohn - the referee stops the clock and Kluz gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bohn. Kluz manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bohn misses with a wild body shot.
Kluz tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bohn manages to circle out of the way.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bohn slips under a jab from Kluz.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Celestyn Kluz.
Well Kluz has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Celestyn Kluz! |
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Event:
SMASH: Guru vs Hallows
Date: Apr 06, 2025 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Seigel misses with a double jab
and Herpes finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Herpes has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mighty MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Seigel throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Herpes throws a counter high kick but Seigel was just alert enough to avoid it.
Seigel throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Herpes was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seigel misses with a body kick. #T1##KD2#
Seigel lands a big uppercut and Herpes crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Herpes looks OK. Seigel waves Herpes back to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Space Herpes has been cut.
Seigel thows a leg kick but Herpes checks it
and Herpes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Seigel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Herpes wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Seigel thows a left - swing and a miss!
Herpes tries to counter by clinching up but Seigel breaks away and moves out of range.
Seigel throws a looping overhand right but Herpes ducks down to avoid it.
Herpes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
Seigel throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Herpes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Herpes staying out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seigel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Herpes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Seigel sprawls and moves away.#KD2#
Seigel lands a big uppercut and Herpes crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Herpes looks OK. Seigel waves Herpes back to his feet!#ROC2#Herpes is rocked!
Herpes gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Seigel points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Herpes wakes up just in time to hear Seigel thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bugsy Seigel!
A very excited looking Bugsy Seigel 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.
The defeated Space Herpes had this to say: 'Tonight. You!'. |
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Event:
744
Date: Apr 05, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 146 wins and 111 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 24 losses; Yojizo Trismegistus!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Trismegistus slaps away a takedown attempt from Sparxx, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Trismegistus as Sparxx shoots in.
Trismegistus drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sparxx defends it well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sparxx.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tyrone Sparxx. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Sparxx gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sparxx (4) vs (0) Trismegistus
Trismegistus is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sparxx off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sparxx (4) vs (4) Trismegistus
Sparxx tries to break free.
Trismegistus slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sparxx tries to roll but Trismegistus sticks to his back.
Trismegistus is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T2#
Sparxx wants to escape the position.
Sparxx trying to control the hands but Trismegistus breaks the grip.
Sparxx is really stuck here.
Sparxx trying to control the hands but Trismegistus won't let him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Trismegistus.
#T3#
Our spies down at at Freddy\'s Grappling Institute inform us that Trismegistus has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4#
I really don't envy Sparxx right now.
#T5#
Trismegistus is not going to allow Sparxx to sit and survive in this position.
Sparxx is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Trismegistus.
Sparxx rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sparxx wants to control but Trismegistus is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T6#
Sparxx wants to control the action here but instead Trismegistus manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (4) vs (7) Trismegistus
Sparxx is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trismegistus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Trismegistus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sparxx is looking to escape.
Trismegistus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T7#
Trismegistus moves to his opponent's back but Sparxx bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Trismegistus. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (6) vs (7) Trismegistus
Sparxx is fighting to break Trismegistus's control of his arms but Trismegistus is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T8#
Sparxx controls from within his opponent's guard.
Trismegistus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Sparxx trying to control but Trismegistus is working from the bottom. #T9#
Trismegistus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Trismegistus controlling Sparxx's posture.
Sparxx 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.
Trismegistus has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position. #T10#
Trismegistus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Trismegistus might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sparxx haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Trismegistus pulls Sparxx in close to his closed guard and prevents Sparxx from doing any damage or advancing position.#T11#
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Trismegistus 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: Sparxx (6) vs (9) Trismegistus
Sparxx wants to control but Trismegistus is keeping busy.
#T12#
Trismegistus with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Well,Sparxx is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T13#
Trismegistus wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is defending well.
Trismegistus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T14#
Sparxx is controlling Trismegistus's trapped leg to prevent Trismegistus from advancing to side control.
Sparxx won't allow Trismegistus to pass to mount.
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Trismegistus controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Trismegistus wins on points by 9 to 6.
An out of breath Yojizo Trismegistus thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Tyrone Sparxx stepped up to the mic, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
744
Date: Apr 05, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 106 wins and 77 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 69 losses; Gaston Juncker!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Steve Smith and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Juncker slaps away a takedown attempt from Ignatowski, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Juncker shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Ignatowski napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ignatowski (0) vs (4) Juncker
Ignatowski is looking to regain half guard here but Juncker keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ignatowski looking for a sweep but Juncker has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ignatowski (0) vs (6) Juncker
Ignatowski tries to lock up and control but Juncker gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ignatowski is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've been hearing good reports from Ignatowski's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker avoids the attempt from Ignatowski to control.
Juncker takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Juncker is looking to work his way around to Ignatowski's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T1#
Ignatowski can't escape the position.
Juncker controlling the position easily from mount.
Ignatowski is desperately trying to improve his position but Juncker has a good base and remains in mount.
Juncker controlling from mount.
Ignatowski is trying to escape the mount.
#T2#
Ignatowski is trying to reverse the position but instead Juncker has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (0) vs (9) Juncker
Ignatowski tries to roll but Juncker sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Ignatowski is looking to control the hands but Juncker breaks free and manages to sink in a rear naked choke that ends the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gaston Juncker!
After winning the bout, Gaston Juncker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SMASH: Hohenthal vs Savette
Date: Mar 30, 2025 |
#R1#
Francis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aengus.
Aengus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Aengus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Aengus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aengus with a jab.
Francis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Aengus to score with a decent uppercut.
Francis moves out of range as Aengus strikes.
Aengus cracks Francis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Aengus misses with a straight right.
And Francis responds with a good body kick, but Aengus manages to step out the way in time.
A right-left combo lands from Aengus.
Francis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Aengus misses with a hook. Francis ducked under it nicely.
Francis misses with a left hand
and Aengus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aengus throws a shot from downtown. Francis moves away and avoids it.
Francis blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Aengus throws a poor cross that misses
and Francis counters with a left to the body.
Francis throws a body shot but no joy.
Aengus throws a looping overhand right but Francis ducks down to avoid it.
Aengus throws a poor cross that misses
and Francis counters with a straight right hand.
Francis tries to move into range but Aengus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Aengus shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Francis throws a body kick that misses
letting Aengus counter with a right hand.
Aengus throws a jab but it's blocked by Francis.
Aengus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Aengus misses with an uppercut.
Aengus misses with a few strikes there.
It seemed like Francis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Francis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2#
Aengus throws a poor cross that misses
and Francis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Aengus's knee momentarily.
Aengus misses with an uppercut
and Francis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aengus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aengus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Aengus throws out a loose jab but Francis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Francis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Aengus tries to clinch but Francis moves away
and Aengus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Aengus moves into range and clinches up with Francis.#BC2#
Francis breaks the clinch.
Aengus uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Aengus throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Francis counter with a right hand.
Francis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aengus misses with a hook.#T3##CL#
Aengus gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Francis takes a shot to the head.
Francis misses with a punch to the body.
Francis pushes Aengus back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
Francis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Aengus takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Francis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Francis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Aengus scores with a crisp jab that stopped Francis in his tracks.
Aengus scores with the left hand. Francis knows he should have avoided that one.
Aengus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T4#
Francis defending well as Aengus loads up on a big left hand.
Francis just misses with a punch to the body.
Aengus throws a big counter combination but Francis scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Aengus gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Francis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Francis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aengus throws out the jab.
Aengus looks to land a right hand but Francis moved out of range.
Aengus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Francis looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Francis slips under a jab from Aengus.
Francis throws a lazy uppercut
and Aengus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aengus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Francis.
Oliver Francis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aengus wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caelan Aengus dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Donk. Aengus catches Francis right on the button with a cross.
Aengus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Francis.
Aengus gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Francis.#CL#
Aengus closes the distance and clinches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Aengus.
Francis swings wildly with an uppercut but Aengus uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Francis manages to break the clinch.
Aengus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Francis can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis misses with a left hand
and Aengus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Francis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little jabbing left from Francis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Aengus throws a hook but Francis blocks it.
And Francis responds with a good body kick, but Aengus manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
Aengus throws a lazy uppercut
and Francis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Aengus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Aengus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Francis counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Aengus misses with a left hand
and Francis counters with a nice uppercut.
Aengus throws the left hand but Francis avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Francis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Aengus wants to clinch up but Francis keeps it at a distance.
Francis thumps Aengus with a low kick.
Aengus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Francis.
Francis throws a low kick, looking for Aengus's leg but Aengus calmly moves out of range.
Aengus misses with a hook
and Francis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slow jab from Aengus misses its intended target.
A countering left hand to the body from Francis misses.#T2#
Francis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aengus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Francis slips under a jab.
Francis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Francis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Francis is trying to counter with his kicks.
Aengus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Francis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Aengus misses with an uppercut.
Aengus misses with a double jab
letting Francis counter with a right hand.
A jab from Aengus finds it's way through Francis's defenses.
Aengus checks a low kick from Francis.
Aengus looks to land a left hand but Francis moved out of range nicely.
Francis has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T3#
Aengus with a nice cross.
Aengus throws an overhand right that lands on Francis's shoulder, as Francis tries to avoid the shot.
Aengus moves in looking to clinch but Francis pushes him off.
Aengus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aengus misses with a right hand
letting Francis counter with a right hand.
Aengus misses with a lunging right hand
and Francis counters with a nice leg kick.
Aengus throws a nice looking combination but Francis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Francis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aengus feints a jab promting Francis to slip. Aengus then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Francis slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Aengus misses with a straight right.
Francis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Francis takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T4#
Francis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aengus throws out the jab.
Aengus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
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!
Francis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Aengus to score with a decent uppercut.
Francis moves out of range as Aengus strikes.
Francis tries to move into range but Aengus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Francis slips under a jab from Aengus.
Aengus dives in for a single leg takedown but Francis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Aengus throws a punch but it's blocked by Francis. #BC2#
Francis breaks from the clinch.
Aengus uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Francis throws a poor cross that misses
and Francis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Francis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aengus.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caelan Aengus dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3##CL#
Aengus fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Francis, pushing him back against the cage.
Oliver Francis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Francis tries a body shot but Aengus blocks it.
Francis lands a nice uppercut.
Aengus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aengus looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Francis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Caelan Aengus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aengus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Francis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aengus.
Francis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Aengus with a body shot.
Aengus closes the distance and lands a one-two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aengus.
Aengus throws a right hand that Francis ducks under and follows up with a left that Francis also avoids with ease.
Francis moves out of range as Aengus strikes.
Aengus throws a right hand that misses
and Aengus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
A slow jab from Aengus misses its intended target.
Francis slips under a jab from Aengus.
Francis just misses with a punch to the body.
Francis slips under a jab from Aengus.
Francis needs to keep his hands up - Aengus had a free shot at his head there.
No joy there for Aengus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Aengus tries to clinch up
and Francis counters with a perfectly timed head kick, knocking Aengus out cold! Wow, that took some serious skill and not a little luck! Francis is taking it in his stride though, strolling around like it's no big deal. What a guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Oliver Francis!
During a confident post fight interview, Oliver Francis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TOF 215
Date: Mar 30, 2025 |
#R1#
Ruyjini throws a head kick but Temple moves out of range.
Ruyjini throws a sloppy head kick and Temple moves out of range easily.
Temple feints the counter takedown.
Ruyjini has been working on his boxing with his coaches at House of 1000 Corpses in the buildup to the fight.
A left and a right from Temple both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Ki Ruyjini has been cut.
Temple listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ruyjini misses with a head kick.
Temple changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Temple misses with a wild combination.
Temple changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Temple looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ruyjini gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ruyjini misses with a body shot.
Ruyjini throws a looping overhand right but Temple ducks down to avoid it.
Ruyjini misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temple scores with a hook to the body. Ruyjini takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ruyjini is breathing heavily.#T1#
Ruyjini misses the jab.
Temple is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ruyjini gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ruyjini looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Temple lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#TD2#
Ruyjini tries to sprawl but Temple drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Temple stalling.
Ruyjini is refusing to be controlled, as Temple sits in half guard.
Temple sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Temple winds up and cracks Ruyjini with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Temple uses his free foot to push down on Ruyjini's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ruyjini.
Ruyjini holds on to Temple around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Temple controlling his opponent.
Temple landing shots from mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temple cracks Ruyjini with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#T3#
Temple unloading with bombs!#ROC2#Ruyjini is rocked!
Temple takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ruyjini wants to hold on but Temple pushes him away.
Ruyjini is squirming around, avoiding Temple's attempts to control the action.
Temple prevents Ruyjini from getting the reversal.
Temple controlling the pace for now.
Ruyjini tries to lock up and control but Temple gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Temple can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ruyjini is looking to escape.
Temple scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Oh Ruyjini is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Temple controlling his opponent.
Ruyjini seems to have got his legs back now.
Temple tries to control but Ruyjini wriggling away.
Temple controlling from mount.
BOOM! Temple connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Temple with a couple of short strikes.
Temple postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Ruyjini badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Temple around the waist but Temple pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Temple is the winner by TKO! Temple jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trent Temple!
Trent Temple seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CFC CG Tokyo 5
Date: Mar 29, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 68 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 118 wins and 75 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Ren Mimura and Yasuomi Hirokawa.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Juncker shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kersikov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Juncker wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Juncker won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Juncker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kersikov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Juncker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Kersikov controlling Juncker's posture.
Juncker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Juncker wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Juncker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Kersikov 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.
Juncker looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Juncker stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Juncker trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kersikov holds on and takes a little breather.
Juncker wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kersikov holds on and takes a little breather.
Juncker content to stall in guard here. #T5#
Juncker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Juncker controls from within his opponent's guard. #T6#
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Juncker tries to pass.
Juncker won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Kersikov 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: Juncker (2) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T7#
Juncker is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Juncker trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (2) vs (5) Kersikov
Kersikov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now. #T8#
Juncker wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Juncker wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (2) vs (8) Kersikov
Juncker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kersikov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Juncker looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands. #T9#
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Juncker tries to break free.
Kersikov has good solid back control here.
Juncker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T10##SUB2#
Kersikov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Juncker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Juncker wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free.
Kersikov controlling well, preventing Juncker from escaping the position.
Kersikov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T11#
Kersikov controlling well, preventing Juncker from escaping the position.
Juncker trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
My spies in KFA inform me that Kersikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kersikov is hanging on to Juncker's back as he tries to escape.
Good control from Kersikov.
Juncker trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip. #T12#
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Juncker tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB2#
Kersikov working for the choke.
Juncker is really stuck here.
#T13#
Despite being in a bad position, Juncker is controlling the hands, preventing any submission attempts.
Juncker tries to escape but Kersikov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T14#
Kersikov is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kersikov not allowing Juncker to control his hands.
Kersikov controls the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Juncker trying to control but not successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 8 to 2. Bogdan Kersikov retains his welterweight title!
Bogdan Kersikov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TOF 212
Date: Mar 23, 2025 |
#R1#
Clinton throws a right hand that misses
and Azarola counters with a straight right hand.
Clinton tries a head kick but it misses.
Azarola tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Clinton is looking for a counter combo.
Azarola uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Clinton.
Azarola swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Clinton throws a wild body kick that Azarola sees coming a mile off.
A little jabbing left from Azarola on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Azarola misses.
Clinton lands with a hook. Azarola tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Clinton looks to throw a body kick
and Clinton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Clinton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Clinton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Azarola.
Azarola avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Clinton.
A little jabbing left from Azarola on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Azarola throws a big shot that misses.
We've been informed that Azarola has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Clinton misses with a wild body shot.
Clinton slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#It looks like Zigor Azarola has been cut.
A jab from Azarola misses. #T2#
Clinton on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Clinton misses with a kick to the body
and Azarola counters with a nice uppercut.
Clinton lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Azarola throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Clinton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Clinton lands a head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Azarola scores with a decent looking hook.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Clinton. Azarola shrugs it off though. #T3#
The fighters circling - Clinton throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Azarola pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Azarola blocks a jab.
Azarola is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice defenses there by Clinton.
Clinton misses with a series of wild punches.
Azarola staying out of range there.
Azarola lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
Azarola paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Azarola slips under a jab.
Azarola throws a looping overhand right but Clinton ducks down to avoid it.
Clinton thinks about countering with a body kick.
Clinton throws a body kick that misses.
Azarola might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Clinton throws a poor cross that misses
and Azarola cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lucas Clinton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Clinton throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Clinton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clinton throws a sloppy head kick
and Azarola counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T5#
Clinton walks into a jab.
Clinton is looking to land body kicks.
Azarola misses with a head kick.
Clinton throws a head kick that misses.
Clinton throws a sloppy head kick and Azarola moves out of range easily.
Clinton tries a head kick but it misses.
Azarola ducks right into an uppercut from Clinton.
Clinton misses with a left hand
and Azarola counters with a nice uppercut. #T6#
Azarola avoids the head kick by Clinton.
Azarola blocks the body kick.
Clinton tries a head kick but it misses.
Azarola ducks under a wild hook from Clinton.
Azarola looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Clinton throws a sloppy head kick
and Azarola cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes from Clinton. Those never looked like landing.
Azarola connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Lucas Clinton has been cut.
A telegraphed right hand from Azarola misses the target.
Clinton throwing a counter right hand but Azarola manages to avoid it.#T7#
Azarola blocks a head kick by Clinton.
Azarola throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Azarola takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Clinton throws a sloppy head kick and Azarola moves out of range easily.
Azarola throws out a counter right but Clinton avoids it with no problem.
Clinton throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Clinton takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Azarola moves forwards but Clinton connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T8#
Clinton misses with a body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Azarola! But no joy.
Clinton misses with a body kick.
Azarola walks into a stiff left hand from Clinton.
Clinton plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Azarola swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Clinton throws a big counter combination but Azarola scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Clinton lands a nice looking body kick.
Clinton throws a lazy uppercut
and Azarola counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Clinton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T9#
A head kick by Clinton misses
and Azarola counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Clinton pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Azarola misses with a left hand
and Clinton counters with a body kick that stops Azarola in his tracks momentarily.
Azarola lands a lovely overhand right.
Clinton misses with a head kick.
Clinton throws a looping overhand right but Azarola ducks down to avoid it.
Azarola is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Clinton had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Azarola tries a head kick but it misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zigor Azarola will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Clinton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Clinton throws a big shot that misses.
Azarola scores with a decent looking hook.
Azarola uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Clinton.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Azarola! But no joy.
Clinton thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Azarola if he has to take too many more of those.
Clinton cracks Azarola with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azarola blocks the body kick.
Azarola avoids the head kick by Clinton.
Clinton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Azarola was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Clinton tries a head kick but it misses.
It seemed like Azarola was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Clinton misses with a body kick.
Clinton throws a head kick but Azarola moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Clinton.
Clinton blocks a head kick by Azarola.
Clinton misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Clinton gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
Azarola tries a head kick but it misses.
Clinton swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Clinton tries a head kick but it misses.
Azarola misses with a head kick.
Clinton looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Clinton avoids the body shot from Azarola.
Clinton seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lucas Clinton is winning the standup battle so far.
Clinton pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Azarola now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Azarola lands with a right hand.
Clinton misses with a head kick.
Azarola looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Clinton looks to throw a body kick
enabling Azarola to counter with a crisp jab.
Clinton misses with a left hand
and Azarola counters with a stiff right hand.
Azarola throws the left hand but Clinton avoids the punch easily.
Clinton lands with an overhand left.
Azarola throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Clinton counters with a stiff right hand.
Azarola digs a good body shot into Clinton's ribs.
Clinton throws a right and a left that both miss.
Clinton lands a nice shot that snaps Azarola's head back.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T4#
Azarola misses with a hook.
Clinton lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Clinton keeps Azarola at a distance using the push kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Azarola pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Clinton misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Azarola throws a shot from downtown. Clinton moves away and avoids it.
Clinton throws a head kick that misses
letting Azarola counter with a right hand.
Clinton throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Azarola counters with a stiff right hand. #T5#
Azarola steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Clinton.
Jab, jab by Azarola - just one landing.
Azarola uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#ROC2#Clinton is rocked!
Azarola paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Oh Clinton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Clinton throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Azarola throws a fast counter high kick but Clinton manages to duck under it in time.
Clinton takes one to the chin there.
Azarola drops Clinton with a straight right hand, right on the button! Azarola follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zigor Azarola!
A very excited looking Zigor Azarola 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.
The defeated Lucas Clinton had this to say: 'Aww shucks... :('. |
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