PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Steve Hackett (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Khabib Nurmagomedov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hackett comes to the cage accompanied by Genesis - Firth of Fith. Nurmagomedov has chosen KHABIB ''The Eagle'' NURMAGOMEDOV as his entrance music. Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?

Hackett
vs
Nurmagomedov

188 cm
27
202 lbs
11 - 1 - 0

180 cm
26
190 lbs
6 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
KO power

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 1 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Steve Hackett!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Khabib Nurmagomedov!
The judges for this bout are Winston Alpacca, Michael Johnstone and Sandra Marshall.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hackett throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nurmagomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hackett counters with a big head kick but Nurmagomedov shrugs it off.
We've been told by Hackett's head coaches at Next Gen MMA (Only Elite coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hackett lands a nice looking body shot.

Nurmagomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hackett defending well though.
Nurmagomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hackett on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hackett tries to get out of the position.
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!
Nurmagomedov is trying to control. Hackett wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nurmagomedov controlling the action here.
Nurmagomedov trying to mount his opponent but Hackett defends it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hackett defending well though.
Nurmagomedov is controlling the pace.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hackett's head.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nurmagomedov working Hackett over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hackett with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nurmagomedov.
Well, if Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hackett keeps working.
Nurmagomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Well, if Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hackett keeps working.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hackett to regain full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hackett can't keep his opponent in guard - Nurmagomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hackett to regain full guard.
Nurmagomedov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hackett is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagomedov.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hackett tries to improve position but can't.
Nurmagomedov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hackett is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Hackett can't do much from the bottom here.
The strikes coming from Nurmagomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Nurmagomedov advances to full mount.
Hackett holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Nurmagomedov tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Hackett because Nurmagomedov loaded up on that one.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hackett wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov.
Hackett is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Hackett's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Hackett fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hackett.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Hackett tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hackett manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Hackett tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hackett manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hackett, right into the meat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hackett scores with a push kick.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hackett avoids it really well and circles away.
Hackett lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Hackett tries to sprawl but Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Hackett kicks Nurmagomedov off and gets back to his feet.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nurmagomedov fails with the takedown.
Hackett connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.

Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hackett works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes from guard but Hackett blocks nicely.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurmagomedov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nurmagomedov controls from within his opponent's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow that misses. Hackett uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nurmagomedov's guard. Nice move by Hackett!

Hackett has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Nurmagomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hackett's guard.

Nurmagomedov content to stall in guard here.
Nurmagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nurmagomedov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nurmagomedov stays in close to Hackett's body and controls the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmagomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Hackett has wrist control.
Hackett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hackett swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Nurmagomedov stays in close to Hackett's body and controls the position.
Hackett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hackett keeping moving, preventing Nurmagomedov from controlling successfully.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.

Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hackett napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Nurmagomedov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Nurmagomedov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Hackett is avoiding damage well.
Nurmagomedov scoring with punches from side control.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Nurmagomedov throws a strike aimed at the side of Hackett's head but Hackett avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Steve Hackett will probably get the nod.
That's time! Hackett's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Nurmagomedov avoids a kick to the body.
No luck for Nurmagomedov with that takedown attempt.
Hackett lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.

It looks like Khabib Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Nurmagomedov dives in and grabs Hackett's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hackett pushes down on Nurmagomedov's head and hops out.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but Hackett shows good takedown defense.
Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hackett defends well and Nurmagomedov ends up having to push Hackett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hackett feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nurmagomedov's calf.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Hackett counters with a solid body kick.
Nurmagomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hackett counters with a left and a right that stings Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hackett lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nurmagomedov's sensitive parts.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hackett lands with a kick to the ribs.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nurmagomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Hackett gets double underhooks and turns Nurmagomedov into the cage.
Hackett displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but Hackett shows good takedown defense.
Hackett lands a leg kick that knocks Nurmagomedov off balance momentarily.
Hackett pushes Nurmagomedov away with a front kick.
Hackett lands with a kick to the temple. Nurmagomedov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Hackett cracks Nurmagomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hackett throws a shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hackett turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hackett connects with a high kick.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hackett counters with a body kick that stops Nurmagomedov in his tracks momentarily.
Steve Hackett is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hackett scores with a jab to the body.
Nurmagomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Hackett sprawls well. He's pushed Nurmagomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hackett stuffs the takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hackett throws a leg kick which misses Nurmagomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Nurmagomedov tries to avoid it.
Nurmagomedov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hackett thows a body kick. Nurmagomedov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Hackett scores with a spinning back kick!
Hackett moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hackett connects with an inside leg kick.
Hackett lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Hackett.
Hackett ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nurmagomedov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
That kick from Hackett tenderised Nurmagomedov's leg. Nurmagomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Steve Hackett is winning the standup battle so far.
Hackett lands a slapping body shot.
Nurmagomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hackett counters with a slapping leg kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nurmagomedov.
Hackett lands with a slapping head kick.
Hackett throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hackett lands an overhand right.
Nurmagomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hackett counters with a thumping low kick.
Hackett pushes Nurmagomedov away with a front kick.
Hackett is looking to wear down Nurmagomedov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nurmagomedov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hackett. That's going to slow Nurmagomedov down.
Hackett lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nurmagomedov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hackett.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hackett.
Hackett connects with a leg kick. Nurmagomedov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nurmagomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hackett swivels and escapes.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hackett looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Nurmagomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Nurmagomedov shoots and misses
and Hackett counters with an inside leg kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hackett.
Hackett lands a body shot.
Nice body punch from Hackett.
Nurmagomedov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Hackett.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hackett.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hackett counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hackett throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Nurmagomedov's head.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hackett sprawls well. Hackett wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nurmagomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Hackett looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steve Hackett clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagomedov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Hackett turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nurmagomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hackett counters with a three punch combo that has Nurmagomedov backing up. Nurmagomedov nods at Hackett to acknowledge the strikes.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hackett counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nurmagomedov with a poor takedown
and Hackett counters with a leg kick.
Steve Hackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Hackett scores with a jab. Nurmagomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hackett fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hackett defends well and Nurmagomedov ends up having to push Hackett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nurmagomedov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Hackett throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hackett lands with a slapping head kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hackett.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hackett as he jumps to the side.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hackett lands a head kick!
Hackett lands a high kick!
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nurmagomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nurmagomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Hackett makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hackett cracks Nurmagomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.

Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Nurmagomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hackett working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagomedov.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Hackett utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hackett keeping full guard, as Nurmagomedov tries to pass.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hackett scores with a kick to the body.
Hackett is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hackett chopping away at his opponent's legs.

Nurmagomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hackett sprawls well initially but Nurmagomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hackett's head.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Hackett is blocking nicely.
Hackett blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nurmagomedov.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hackett is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard.
Nurmagomedov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nurmagomedov thows a huge punch but Hackett dodges it nicely.
Hackett is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.
Nurmagomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a strike but Hackett avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Hackett knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.
Nurmagomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Nurmagomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nurmagomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hackett tries to avoid it but Nurmagomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hackett to the ground. Hackett escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Hackett was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nurmagomedov.
Hackett lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nurmagomedov shoots in and drives through. Hackett sprawls well.
Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hackett defends it nicely.
Hackett half committed to a counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Steve Hackett had his way with Khabib Nurmagomedov in that round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagomedov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Nurmagomedov has a takedown stuffed.

Nurmagomedov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hackett to the mat! Hackett manages to get full guard.
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hackett works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Nurmagomedov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hackett avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Hackett is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov looking to pass the guard.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hackett scores with a hook.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nurmagomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hackett circles away.

Nurmagomedov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hackett tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nurmagomedov is in Hackett's guard.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Hackett is retaining full guard.
Hackett working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov advances position into side control!
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Steve Hackett is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov advances to mount.
Nurmagomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Nurmagomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Poor strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Poor strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Nurmagomedov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nurmagomedov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Nurmagomedov is landing with some decent strikes but Hackett is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Nurmagomedov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Hackett because Nurmagomedov loaded up on that one.
Nurmagomedov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Nurmagomedov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Hackett looks a forlorn figure.
Nurmagomedov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Poor strikes thrown by Nurmagomedov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Nurmagomedov wants to control the pace but Hackett is squirming around nicely.
Nurmagomedov misses with a head shot.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The referee warns Hackett that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound effectively.

And that's the end of the fight!
Khabib Nurmagomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hackett has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 48:46
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 48:46
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 48:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Hackett!
Steve Hackett retains his light heavyweight title!
Steve Hackett looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'soundcloud.com/spinmanfinn/shuffle'.