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SPFT 9: Turning Point PBP Commentary |
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fedor Makenzie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alexander Karlsson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Makenzie kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Slim Thug Like A Boss. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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289 lbs
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288 lbs
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Powerful takedowns
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Fedor Makenzie!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Alexander Karlsson!
The judges for this bout are Viktor Lagutenko, Illya Tyunina and Igor Prikhodko.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Makenzie is looking to clinch.
Makenzie really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Karlsson gets the takedown into side control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Karlsson controls the position.
Let's hope that Karlsson 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karlsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Makenzie knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Karlsson on the ground.
Karlsson landing a few strikes.
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!
Karlsson controls the position.
Karlsson misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Karlsson working the ground and pound from side control.
Makenzie is trying to control Karlsson's posture but Karlsson avoids it.
Makenzie gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Karlsson lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Karlsson cracks Makenzie with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karlsson connects with a bit shot that sees Makenzie covering up! More strikes from Karlsson and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Karlsson is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexander Karlsson!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Michael Bisping (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Abue AiTiKon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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281 lbs
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265 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Michael Bisping!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Abue AiTiKon!
The judges for this bout are Illya Tyunina, Vladimir Khabensky and Igor Prikhodko.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bisping scores with a jab to the head.
AiTiKon looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
AiTiKon blocks a head kick by Bisping.
Bisping drives through and clinches with AiTiKon against the cage.
Bisping tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. AiTiKon smiles and moves away.
Nice sprawl there from AiTiKon as Bisping shoots in.
Bisping misses with a wild body shot.
Bisping fails with the takedown
and AiTiKon counters with a series of strikes. Bisping will be more careful next time no doubt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Bisping. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bisping looks to score with a jab to the body but AiTiKon is just out of range.
AiTiKon is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bisping's half guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bisping missing with punches from the bottom.
Bisping punching from the bottom.
AiTiKon controlling the action here.
Bisping 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bisping is trying to control but can't.
Bisping is pressing down on AiTiKon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bisping trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Bisping is trying to keep AiTiKon in close.
AiTiKon is posturing up here but Bisping has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! AiTiKon tries to roll out but it's too tight and AiTiKon has to tap! Slick submission there by Bisping!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Bisping!
Michael Bisping 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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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Matt Morgan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daniel Slaughter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Matt Morgan has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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210 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Matt Morgan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Daniel Slaughter!
The judges for this bout are Viktor Lagutenko, Sergei Dronov and Valeri Chadov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Morgan avoids a kick to the body.
Some wild striking there from Slaughter.
Slaughter fails to land with a series of punches.
Morgan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Slaughter staying out of range there.
Some wild striking there from Morgan.
Slaughter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
No joy there for Slaughter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Morgan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Morgan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Morgan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Morgan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morgan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Morgan throws a right and a left that both miss.
Morgan misses with a series of wild punches.
Morgan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Slaughter fails to land with a series of punches.
Morgan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Slaughter tries to close the distance and clinch up but Morgan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Slaughter avoids a punch combination nicely.
Slaughter with a hook.
Slaughter takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Morgan lands a jab-cross combination.
It looks like Daniel Slaughter has been cut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morgan lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Slaughter backs up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Slaughter fails to land with a series of punches.
Morgan misses with a wild combination.
Morgan throws a series of punches but Slaughter moves out of range.
Slaughter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Morgan.
Morgan throws a combination that misses
and Slaughter counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Morgan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Morgan.
Morgan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Morgan is breathing heavily.
Slaughter misses with a head kick.
Matt Morgan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morgan misses with a double jab
and Slaughter counters with a one-two to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morgan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Slaughter.
Slaughter throws a sloppy head kick and Morgan moves out of range easily.
Morgan misses with a few strikes there.
A combination from Slaughter does no damage.
Slaughter throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Morgan on the side of the head.
Slaughter misses with the combination.
Morgan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Morgan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Slaughter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Slaughter throws a right and a left that both miss.
Slaughter thuds a left hand into Morgan's body.
Morgan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Slaughter avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice jab there from Slaughter.
Morgan misses with a double jab.
Slaughter throws a sloppy head kick and Morgan moves out of range easily.
Morgan throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A head kick misses from Slaughter.
Morgan misses with a wild combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Daniel Slaughter will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Daniel Slaughter'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.
Morgan throws a series of punches but Slaughter moves out of range.
Slaughter throws a series of punches but Morgan avoids them all with ease.
Slaughter misses with a low kick as Morgan jumps back.
Morgan staying out of range there.
Morgan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Morgan lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Slaughter dodges the punch combination from Morgan.
Morgan throws a right hand that Slaughter ducks under and follows up with a left that Slaughter also avoids with ease.
Slaughter throws a head kick that misses.
Morgan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Slaughter.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morgan blocks a head kick by Slaughter.
Slaughter lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Morgan circles away quickly and effectively.
Morgan blocks a head kick by Slaughter.
Morgan scores with a head kick.
Morgan lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Slaughter is rocked!
That has opened up Daniel Slaughter's cut even more.
The fighters circle, before Morgan throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Slaughter's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Morgan lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Matt Morgan!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fabricio Werdum (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alistair Overeem (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Overeem has chosen The Rush - Sensation as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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265 lbs
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256 lbs
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Good takedowns
Counter striker
Granite chin |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Very confident |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Fabricio Werdum!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Alistair Overeem!
The judges for this bout are Ivan Kurochkin, Konstantin Menshow and Illya Tyunina.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Werdum shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Werdum closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Werdum lands in his opponent's guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Werdum is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Werdum tries to free his leg and advance position but Overeem is retaining full guard.
Overeem tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Werdum drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Werdum jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Werdum stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Overeem swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Werdum forces his way into half guard.
Overeem really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Werdum. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Overeem is trying to stand back up but Werdum is controlling him
That's one minute gone in the round.
Werdum is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Overeem sees it coming and defends easily.
Overeem is trying to get back to full guard.
Werdum is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Overeem is just riding it out for now. Werdum eventually gives up the hold.
Werdum is looking for a kimura but Overeem is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Werdum to get the leverage.
Overeem is defending against the submission attempts here by Werdum.
Overeem wants to improve his position but Werdum is controlling well.
Overeem is defending against the submission attempts here by Werdum.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Overeem wants to control but Werdum is keeping busy.
Werdum is looking for a kimura here.
Werdum looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Werdum is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Overeem is trying to get back to full guard.
Werdum is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Overeem is defending against the submission attempts here by Werdum.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Overeem is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Werdum is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Werdum is trying for a kimura here. Overeem looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Werdum wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fabricio Werdum!
A very excited looking Fabricio Werdum rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Igor Kotzlowski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ismail Saidov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Saidov has chosen Shamhan Daldaev - Eto Kavkaz as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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190 lbs
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196 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
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Basic striking
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Igor Kotzlowski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Ismail Saidov!
The judges for this bout are Aleksandr Martynov, Igor Prikhodko and Fedor Mirinova.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Saidov with a poor takedown
and Kotzlowski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Saidov shoots in and drives through. Kotzlowski sprawls well.
Saidov shoots in and drives through. Kotzlowski sprawls well.
Igor Kotzlowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ismail Saidov.
Saidov looking to score a takedown here. Kotzlowski is defending well but Saidov drives through and ends up in Kotzlowski's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kotzlowski looking to control.
Kotzlowski keeping full guard, as Saidov tries to pass.
Kotzlowski wants to stand and escape but Saidov is having none of it.
Kotzlowski wants to control but Saidov passes easily into half guard.
Saidov seems to be looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saidov is trying to work for a kimura but Kotzlowski is defending well.
Saidov seems to be looking for submissions.
Saidov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Saidov is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Kotzlowski has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Kotzlowski!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kotzlowski stopping the sweep attempt from Saidov.
Saidov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kotzlowski manages to pass to side control.
Kotzlowski tries to stand but can't do so whilst Saidov controls his leg.
Saidov kicks Kotzlowski off and gets back to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Kotzlowski. No joy for Saidov on that attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saidov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Saidov is looking for a kimura but Kotzlowski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Saidov to get the leverage.
Saidov is looking for a kimura but Kotzlowski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Saidov to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saidov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kotzlowski is just riding it out for now. Saidov eventually gives up the hold.
Saidov is working for a submission of some sort.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kotzlowski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Saidov is working away from the top position though.
Saidov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kotzlowski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Saidov.
Kotzlowski is looking to control Saidov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kotzlowski avoid being mounted?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ismail Saidov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Saidov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kotzlowski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kotzlowski struggling a bit here.
Saidov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Saidov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kotzlowski has escaped the position, nice work there.
Saidov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kotzlowski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Saidov but great work by Kotzlowski.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saidov tries to bench press Kotzlowski off him but Kotzlowski keeps the position.
Saidov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kotzlowski's best efforts.
Saidov gets full guard.
Kotzlowski wanted to stand there but Saidov had control of the position.
Kotzlowski stopping the sweep attempt from Saidov.
Saidov is looking for a triangle but Kotzlowski pushes his legs off easily.
Saidov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kotzlowski decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Kotzlowski scores with a three punch combo!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kotzlowski wants to clinch
and Saidov counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Kotzlowski's guard now.
Kotzlowski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Saidov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kotzlowski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Saidov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kotzlowski dives on top into guard.
Saidov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kotzlowski defends well.
Kotzlowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Saidov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Saidov can do anything to dispel that myth.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kotzlowski throws an elbow that misses. Saidov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kotzlowski's guard. Nice move by Saidov!
Saidov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kotzlowski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kotzlowski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kotzlowski!
Kotzlowski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Saidov keeps working.
Saidov tries to buck Kotzlowski off but Kotzlowski is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saidov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kotzlowski off and has taken his back!
Saidov looking for the RNC.
Kotzlowski trying to get back to his feet but Saidov is in full control for now.
Kotzlowski trying to control but not successfully.
Saidov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Saidov looking for the RNC.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ismail Saidov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Saidov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kotzlowski defends it nicely.
A right-left combo lands from Kotzlowski.
Kotzlowski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ismail Saidov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Saidov dives in and grabs Kotzlowski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kotzlowski pushes down on Saidov's head and hops out.
Saidov shoots for a double leg takedown but Kotzlowski sprawls well. He's pushed Saidov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Igor Kotzlowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ismail Saidov.
Saidov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kotzlowski pinned against the cage. Kotzlowski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Saidov closes the distance and clinches up with Kotzlowski, looking for a takedown. Saidov pushes Kotzlowski against the cage but Kotzlowski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saidov blocks a head kick by Kotzlowski.
Kotzlowski looking to score a takedown here. Saidov is defending well but Kotzlowski drives through and ends up in Saidov's guard.
Kotzlowski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Saidov 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.
Saidov working for a triangle but Kotzlowski defends it easily.
Saidov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Saidov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kotzlowski postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Saidov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Saidov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kotzlowski wanted to stand there but Saidov had control of the position.
Kotzlowski missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ismail Saidov has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Saidov lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Kotzlowski!
Saidov avoids the attempt from Kotzlowski to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kotzlowski is working to get back to half guard.
Saidov goes for an armbar but Kotzlowski turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Kotzlowski.
Saidov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kotzlowski defends it easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saidov wants to sweep here but Kotzlowski controlling him for the moment.
Kotzlowskiis looking to pass into half guard but Saidov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Saidov is in guard.
Igor Kotzlowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kotzlowski will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saidov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kotzlowski is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Saidov, into his guard.
Saidov controlling Kotzlowski's posture.
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 Igor Kotzlowski.
I think Saidov 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 Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ismail Saidov!
An out of breath Ismail Saidov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Quinton Jackson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marc Jay Lakay (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lakay is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: LOSER!! It was you!!. Both these guys have solid standup skills and neither is particularly fantastic on the ground, so let's hope for a nice standup war!
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250 lbs
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Solid boxing
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Quinton Jackson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Marc Jay Lakay!
The judges for this bout are Vladimir Khabensky, Ivan Kurochkin and Sergei Dronov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lakay shoots in looking for a takedown but Jackson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lakay's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lakay tries a low kick but Jackson avoids it.
Nice sprawl there from Lakay as Jackson shoots in.
Some wild striking there from Jackson.
Jackson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lakay's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Jackson stops Lakay from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jackson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lakay for as long as he can get away with.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We're going to have a standup here because Quinton Jackson wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Lakay throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Jackson was covering up waiting for the punch and Lakay finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Jackson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Lakay from controlling successfully.
Lakay postures up in Jackson's guard and throws a big left but Jackson blocks it.
Lakay being controlled here momentarily.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Quinton Jackson.
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice takedown defense from Jackson. No joy for Lakay on that attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lakay is defended easily by Jackson.
Quinton Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marc Jay Lakay.
Horrible takedown by Lakay or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson which made him look bad.
Jackson wants to slow Lakay down by chopping away at his legs.
Jackson scores with a takedown into Lakay's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson stands up and waves to Lakay to follow him.
Jackson connects with a body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lakay counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lakay.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lakay accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson is looking to stand up but Lakay isn't so interested in that idea.
Lakay must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jackson manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Lakay is in all sorts of trouble here.
Jackson wants to control the pace but Lakay is squirming around nicely.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lakay is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jackson controlling from the full mount.
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!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Quinton Jackson wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Jackson lands a head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Quinton Jackson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Lakay is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lakay looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jackson is fending him off so far but Lakay persists. Nope, Jackson circles away and we're back to standing.
Jackson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Lakay shoots in and drives through. Jackson sprawls well.
Quinton Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marc Jay Lakay.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jackson.
Quinton Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lakay fails with an attempt to clinch.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jackson enables Lakay to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jackson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lakay is one step ahead there.
Jackson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jackson tries to get out of the position.
Jackson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
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!
Lakay working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lakay trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jackson pulls Lakay in close to prevent any damage.
Lakay tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Lakay content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson pulls Lakay in close to his closed guard and prevents Lakay from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lakay with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lakay throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackson pulls Lakay in close to prevent any damage.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Quinton Jackson just wasn't active enough.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Lakay saw that one coming.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lakay has his takedown stuffed
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lakay slips a straight right by Jackson.
Lakay takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jackson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lakay is fending him off so far but Jackson persists. Nope, Lakay circles away and we're back to standing.
Lakay misses with a takedown attempt - Jackson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson throws a low kick but Lakay avoids it.
Jackson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Jackson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Jackson working the body and head with strikes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Lakay tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jackson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lakay somewhat.
Lakay shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
Nice jab there from Jackson.
Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lakay.
Lakay shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jackson sprawls well. Jackson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lakay gets slowly back to his feet.
Lakay shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lakay steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Lakay shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jackson as he jumps to the side.
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!
Lakay shoots in but Jackson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jackson swings for the body but Lakay moves out of range.
Lakay bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Quinton Jackson dominated that second round.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Lakay gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jackson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jackson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lakay sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jackson somewhat.
Jackson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lakay tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jackson is in Lakay's guard.
Lakay throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lakay being controlled here, momentarily.
Jackson stands up from Lakay's guard - Jackson perhaps looking for a knockout.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lakay shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lakay closes the distance and clinches up with Jackson, looking for a takedown. Lakay pushes Jackson against the cage but Jackson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Quinton Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marc Jay Lakay.
Lakay misses with a takedown
and Jackson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
and Lakay counters with a straight right hand.
Jackson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lakay.
Lakay stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jackson.
Jackson feints and then cracks Lakay's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lakay down.
Marc Jay Lakay has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lakay takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jackson scores a takedown into full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson controlling from the full mount.
Jackson connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Jackson trying to control but Lakay is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lakay is desperately trying to improve his position but Jackson has a good base and remains in mount.
Jackson throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Lakay is looking to get to half guard.
Jackson content just to control the position here.
Lakay is looking to improve his position but Jackson isn't that keen on the idea.
Jackson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lakay really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Quinton Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jackson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jackson tries to control but Lakay wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Quinton Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jackson 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quinton Jackson!
An out of breath Quinton Jackson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alistair Overeem (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kusok Govna (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Overeem comes to the cage accompanied by UFC - Face the Pain . Govna has chosen Morbid Angel - Day of Suffering as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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22
253 lbs
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250 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Alistair Overeem!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 6 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Kusok Govna!
The judges for this bout are Fedor Mirinova, Aleksandr Martynov and Konstantin Menshow.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Overeem with a nice cross.
Govna moves out of range as Overeem strikes.
Govna works over Overeem's head and body with a nice combination.
Overeem throws a jab but it's blocked by Govna.
Govna takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
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!
Overeem throws a series of punches but Govna moves out of range.
Govna tries to score with a low kick but Overeem moves his leg out of the way.
Govna closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Overeem quickly recovers to half guard.
Govna prevents Overeem from standing back up.
Govna wants to take a breather but Overeem is having none of it.
Overeem knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Govna on the ground.
Govna lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Govna passes to full mount!
Overeem on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Overeem tries to get out of the position.
Overeem trying desperately to get to his feet.
Govna cracks Overeem with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Govna sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Govna raining down hammerfists from mount.
The referee warns Overeem that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Overeem keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Govna looking to control but Overeem is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Govna dominating with strikes here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Overeem is looking to improve his position but Govna isn't that keen on the idea.
Govna throwing strikes here but Overeem is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Govna pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Govna throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Overeem because Govna loaded up on that one.
Overeem wants to get back to his feet.
Overeem avoids a series of strikes thrown by Govna.
Govna working Overeem over with strikes here.
Govna trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Govna controlling from mount.
Overeem in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Govna trying to control but Overeem is having none of it.
Govna might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Overeem kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Govna thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Govna throws a strike there. Overeem manages to avoid it well and slips a leg under to get to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Govna is taking a breather. Overeem says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Govna misses with a head shot. Overeem uses the momentum to regain guard.
Overeem looking to hit a scissor sweep but Govna is one step ahead there.
Govna looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
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!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Govna wants to control from the top but Overeem keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kusok Govna dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Overeem connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Govna swings for the body but Overeem moves out of range.
Kusok Govna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Overeem, as that shot connected.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Overeem lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Govna has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Govna and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Govna misses with a takedown attempt - Overeem sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A swing and a miss from Overeem.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Govna shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Govna showed some decent athleticism there.
Govna not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Govna sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Overeem defending well though.
Overeem is staying active underneath Govna, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Govna throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Overeem to regain full guard.
Overeem keeping moving, preventing Govna from controlling successfully.
Govna postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Overeem utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Overeem keeping moving, preventing Govna from controlling successfully.
Govna slips nicely into half guard.
Overeem tries to kick Govna off but Govna keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Govna has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Govna is nestled in close to Overeem, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Overeem blocking the ground and pound attempt from Govna.
Overeem on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Govna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Overeem does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Govna thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Overeem's head.
Govna is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Overeem is just riding it out for now. Govna eventually gives up the hold.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Govna with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Govna prevents Overeem from standing back up.
Govna looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Govna trying to control the action but Overeem is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Kusok Govna hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Overeem is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Govna.
Govna shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Overeem but Overeem pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Overeem connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Govna looks to score with a jab to the body but Overeem is just out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Govna.
Alistair Overeem has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kusok Govna.
Overeem swings for the body but Govna moves out of range.
Alistair Overeem is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Govna shoots in for a takedown but Overeem shows good takedown defense.
Overeem throws a shot from downtown. Govna moves away and avoids it.
Govna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Govna tries to close the distance and clinch but Overeem swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Horrible takedown by Govna or perhaps it was just good defense by Overeem which made him look bad.
Alistair Overeem is winning the standup battle so far.
Overeem stuffs the takedown attempt from Govna. Govna gets slowly back to his feet.
Govna shoots in for a takedown but Overeem shows good takedown defense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kusok Govna will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Overeem lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Govna sprawling to the canvas. Overeem follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Govna hang on?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Govna is looking to improve his position.
Govna trying to hold on to Overeem's head to control him but Overeem postures up.
Govna punching from the bottom.
Overeem prevents Govna from improving his position.
Govna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Govna tries to roll over but Overeem keeps him under control.
Govna moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Govna holds on and takes a little breather.
Govna has his foot on Overeem's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Overeem works his way back into a safe position though.
Govna pushes a forearm under Overeem's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Overeem is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kusok Govna!
After the big win, Kusok Govna made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Steel Penn's Laundry 93% and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Main event
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Johnny Turk (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Adam Baum (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Baum has chosen The largest nuclear explosion as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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25
265 lbs
13 - 9 - 0 |
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282 lbs
4 - 3 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 9 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Johnny Turk!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Adam Baum!
The judges for this bout are Viktor Lagutenko, Fedor Mirinova and Vladimir Khabensky.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Baum goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
It looks like Johnny Turk has been cut.
Baum steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Turk.
Baum closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Turk's guard.
Baum postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Turk is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Baum, into his guard.
Baum has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Turk can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Baum escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Turk gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Turk throwing strikes but missing.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baum preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Baum escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Turk gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Turk working some strikes from top position.
Baum preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Turk won't allow Baum to sweep him here.
Baum had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turk defends it easily.
Turk is looking to work some ground and pound but Baum has wrist control.
Baum looking for a sweep. Not yet Baum, not yet.
Baum looking for a guillotine here but Turk defends easily.
Turk preventing the sweep.
Turk working some strikes from top position.
Turk with a flurry of punches that miss.
Turk throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Baum works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Turk throws a big elbow that misses.
Baum is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Baum is trying to work for a kimura but Turk is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Baum is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Turk is just riding it out for now. Baum eventually gives up the hold.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baum seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turk does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Baum is pressing down on Turk's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turk is holding on for now.
Turk wants to get back to his feet.
Turk kicks off Baum and gets to his feet.
Turk connects with a good right hand that stumbles Baum. Baum circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
It looks like Adam Baum has been cut.
Johnny Turk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Baum shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Turk takes a swing at Baum's ribcage but misses.
Turk connects with a good right hand that stumbles Baum. Baum circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Baum tries for a takedown but Turk sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Baum shoots in for a double leg but Turk sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Johnny Turk has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Adam Baum.
Baum doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Turk counters with a hugh head kick that removes Baum from consiousness! A brutal head kick knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Johnny Turk!
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energy
A | B |
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hype
A | B |
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pop
A | B |
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mgr
A | B |
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FIGHT
RATING
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