Brooklyn, New York, United States Aug 31, 2016

RydavsFettuccine20

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Community Verdict

Verdict
Winner
85% confidence
Score
3–0

The fan consensus heavily favored Ryda, with a significant number of comments calling the battle 3-0 or 2-1 in his favor. His aggressive delivery, hard-hitting punchlines, and ability to command the crowd's energy were the primary factors cited in his victory.

Round-by-Round
Rd 1RydaA close and debatable round. Fettuccine landed some clever schemes, but Ryda's impactful punches and intense stare-downs seemed to capture the room's energy more effectively, giving him a slight edge.
Rd 2RydaThis was Ryda's clearest round. He found a consistent rhythm and delivered several haymakers that got massive crowd reaction, including the widely-quoted "Big T sound effects" line. Fettuccine had solid material but couldn't match Ryda's momentum here.
Rd 3RydaFettuccine's strongest performance of the battle, with many fans praising his closing round. However, Ryda also came with heavy punches, including a standout Harry Potter scheme, which was enough to narrowly edge out the round and secure the win.
Analysis

In a fiery Proving Grounds showdown, Ryda and Fettuccine20 delivered a bar-heavy battle that left fans impressed with both rising talents. Ryda came out swinging with an aggressive, punch-first style that immediately captivated the live audience. His intense delivery and memorable haymakers, like the now-famous 'Big T sound effects' line, created waves of energy that Fettuccine20 struggled to overcome.

While Fettuccine brought a more intricate and scheme-heavy approach, showcasing a sharp pen with clever angles, his material often felt slept on by a crowd that was clearly vibing with Ryda's direct aggression. The sentiment online reflects the scene in the building: a dope, competitive battle where both spitters showed potential, but Ryda's star power and heavier punches earned him a clear and decisive victory.

01Ryda's line: "The strap so new, Big T don't know the sound effects." This punchline was one of the most quoted from the battle and received a massive reaction.
02Ryda's emotional punch: "You was on Facebook live, like Ryda's not believable, cool, til they gotta pull off that white sheet and your mama can't believe it's you."
03Fettuccine20's clever wordplay: "When I point and open up he'll see I'm greater then (>)." This line was praised by fans who caught the punctuation scheme.
04Ryda's Harry Potter scheme ending with a "Golden Snitch" bar was cited by some fans as the moment that definitively ended the battle.
05Fettuccine20's ending to his third round, featuring a Snapchat dog filter scheme, was highly praised as his most creative moment.
What fans loved
  • Fans widely praised the battle as a high-quality, bar-heavy Proving Grounds classic.
  • Ryda's aggressive delivery and consistent, hard-hitting punchlines were celebrated as the keys to his victory.
  • Fettuccine20's penmanship was noted, with fans highlighting his clever wordplay and schemes, especially in his third round.
  • Multiple specific lines from Ryda were repeatedly quoted as standout moments of the battle.
  • Viewers appreciated that both competitors came prepared and avoided stumbles, making for a solid back-and-forth contest.
Criticisms
  • Some fans felt the live crowd was overly biased, gassing up Ryda's material while sleeping on Fettuccine's bars.
  • A portion of the audience criticized the audio quality, particularly noting issues with Fettuccine's microphone.
  • Several viewers commented that both rappers' styles felt derivative of other established battlers.
  • There were complaints about the camera work, specifically the failure to consistently show the opponent's reaction to big bars.

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