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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Holden Fartsin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shamil Magomedov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fartsin comes to the cage accompanied by Antisocial by Anthrax. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Holden Fartsin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Shamil Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Aleksei Zolotukhin, Igor Prikhodko and Dmitry Maklakov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Magomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Fartsin sprawls well initially but Magomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Fartsin looks like he's trying to stand up.
Magomedov is working for a kimura but Fartsin is defending it quite comfortably.
Magomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Fartsin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage.
Fartsin is looking to improve his position.
Magomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Fartsin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.
Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Fartsin defends the submission attempt.
Fartsin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fartsin sees it coming and defends easily.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Fartsin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Fartsin is trying to stand.
Fartsin is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov.
Magomedov 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.
Fartsin moves into full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Magomedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Fartsin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Magomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Magomedov drops back looking for a leg! Fartsin is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fartsin manages to kick Magomedov off! Magomedov jumps back into Fartsin's guard.
Magomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Magomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Fartsin has wrist control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fartsin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Magomedov.
Fartsin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Ground and pound from Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fartsin defending well though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov 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.
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura but Fartsin is defending well.
Fartsin is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Fartsin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fartsin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Magomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Magomedov throwing shots but Fartsin is blocking nicely.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura but Fartsin is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shamil Magomedov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Fartsin misses with a series of wild punches.
Fartsin fails to land with a series of punches.
Magomedov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fartsin gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Magomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Fartsin's head.
Magomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Magomedov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Fartsin looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Fartsin looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Fartsin!
Fartsin trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fartsin connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Magomedov some visible discomfort.
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov is staying active underneath Fartsin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
Magomedov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Fartsin is stalling here. Magomedov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Fartsin seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Magomedov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Magomedov tries for a kimura but Fartsin is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov tries for a kimura but Fartsin is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Fartsin wants to get back to his feet.
Fartsin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Magomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Fartsin pushes Magomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Magomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Magomedov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Fartsin tries to buck Magomedov off but he can't manage it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fartsin is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magomedov lands with some strikes.
Magomedov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Fartsin manages to avoid the submission attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fartsin takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fartsin taking punishment in the form of punches.
Magomedov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Magomedov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Magomedov tries to score with some ground and pound. Fartsin controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Magomedov working the head with strikes.
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Fartsin is defending well.
Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fartsin has escaped the position, nice work there.
Fartsin tries to escape but Magomedov is in control.
Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fartsin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but Fartsin sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Magomedov's guard.
Fartsin throws an elbow that misses. Magomedov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Fartsin's guard. Nice move by Magomedov!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shamil Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Fartsin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Fartsin connects with a jab.
Fartsin looks to land a combination but Magomedov avoids it well.
Fartsin goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Fartsin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fartsin continues to drive forward.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Fartsin tries to bum rush Magomedov with a series of wild strikes but Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And Magomedov tries to counter it with a takedown but Fartsin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fartsin delivers a nice body kick.
Fartsin scores with a sloppy right hand. Magomedov should have avoided that one.
Magomedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Fartsin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Holden Fartsin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shamil Magomedov.
Fartsin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magomedov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fartsin tries to close the distance and clinch but Magomedov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Fartsin manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Fartsin manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Holden Fartsin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fartsin misses with a body kick.
Magomedov gets tackled into the cage by Fartsin. Fartsin maintains the clinch.
Fartsin landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fartsin wants to get back to his feet.
Magomedov seems to be looking for submissions.
Magomedov stops Fartsin from getting back to his feet.
Magomedov is looking to pass Fartsin's guard but actually Fartsin recovers to full guard.
Fartsin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magomedov is in close to Fartsin's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Fartsin is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
Fartsin is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Fartsin is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Holden Fartsin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fartsin tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Fartsin manages to get underhooks.
Magomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Magomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fartsin pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fartsin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fartsin scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Fartsin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fartsin lands an uppercut.
A knee to the head by Fartsin.
Magomedov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Fartsin is defending well.
Shamil Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Magomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fartsin defends it well.
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fartsin has managed to free his arm - good work.
Magomedov throwing shots but Fartsin is blocking nicely.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fartsin taking some punishment here, with Magomedov in his half guard.
Magomedov 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.
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fartsin is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holden Fartsin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Magomedov 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shamil Magomedov!
A victorious Shamil Magomedov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Holden Fartsin had this to say: 'i need to use the bathroom....'.
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