Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CEFC 234
Date: Mar 17, 2017

#R1##CL#
Simenkov rushes Kingchanklao and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Simenkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kingchanklao prevents it.
Kingchanklao gets through Simenkov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kingchanklao pushes Simenkov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kingchanklao unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Simenkov managing to block the knees to the body from Kingchanklao.
Kingchanklao with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kingchanklao lands a right hand.
Simenkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kingchanklao using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Simenkov wants a takedown but no success here.
Kingchanklao has Simenkov pushed against the cage.
Kingchanklao lands with a left to the head.
Simenkov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simenkov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Simenkov breaks from the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Kingchanklao as Simenkov shoots in.
Simenkov is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Kingchanklao closes the distance and clinches.
Kingchanklao prevents Simenkov from breaking the clinch.
Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kingchanklao avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T1##TD2#
Kingchanklao works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Kingchanklao lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kingchanklao looking to pass the guard.
Simenkov has momentary wrist control but Kingchanklao slips an elbow through the middle.
Kingchanklao passes Simenkov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kingchanklao working the head and body with strikes.
Kingchanklao scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Kingchanklao is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Simenkov defends it well.
Kingchanklao moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Kingchanklao thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kingchanklao lands a few punches from side control.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Kingchanklao in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Simenkov is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sirodom Kingchanklao!
Sirodom Kingchanklao bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CEFC 233
Date: Mar 04, 2017

#R1##KD#
Lodbrok lands a big head kick that sends Simenkov tumbling to the mat! Lodbrok takes a step backwards and waves Simenkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Simenkov throws a sloppy head kick and Lodbrok moves out of range easily.
Lodbrok is looking for a counter combo.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Lodbrok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lodbrok throws a series of punches but Simenkov moves out of range.
Lodbrok connects with an inside leg kick.
Simenkov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lodbrok.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simenkov fakes the leg kick and cracks Lodbrok in the body.
No luck for Simenkov with that takedown attempt.
A head kick misses from Lodbrok.
Simenkov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lodbrok defends it well.#KD#
Lodbrok lands a big head kick that sends Simenkov tumbling to the mat! Lodbrok takes a step backwards and waves Simenkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!
Lodbrok catches Simenkov with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Simenkov forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Sigurd Lodbrok!
Sigurd Lodbrok spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: CEFC Live 31
Date: Feb 16, 2017

#R1#
Compton scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
Compton moves into range and clinches up with Simenkov.
Compton prevents a takedown attempt there.
Simenkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Compton pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Simenkov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Compton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Simenkov backwards.
Compton scores with a shoulder strike.
Compton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Simenkov's elbow.
Compton works on Simenkov's body with a couple of short punches.
Simenkov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Simenkov.
Compton works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Compton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Simenkov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Compton pulls his leg out and moves away.
Colt Compton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Compton throws a head kick but Simenkov moves out of range.
Compton finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Simenkov checks a leg kick nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Compton sprawls well. Compton wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Simenkov gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Simenkov checks a leg kick.
Simenkov shoots in but Compton avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Compton fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Simenkov checks it well.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown but Compton shows good takedown defense.
Compton turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Colt Compton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Compton as he avoids it easily.
Simenkov shoots and misses
and Compton counters with a big head kick but Simenkov shrugs it off.
Simenkov looks winded!
Simenkov misses with a few strikes there.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Compton.
Compton connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Compton fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Simenkov is out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Compton.
Compton misses with a low kick.
Compton fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Colt Compton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simenkov tries to clinch up but Compton circles away and keeps his distance.
Compton is looking to counter punch.
Simenkov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Compton half committed to a counter leg kick.
Simenkov wants to clinch up but Compton keeps it at a distance.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Compton.
Simenkov checks a low kick from Compton.
Compton lands a big head kick that sends Simenkov to the canvas! Compton follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colt Compton!
An out of breath Colt Compton thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 93
Date: Jan 30, 2017

#R1##CL#
Toriyama has managed to clinch.
Toriyama lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Toriyama lands a shoulder strike.
Toriyama misses with some punches.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simenkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Toriyama avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Toriyama has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
Toriyama misses with a punch on the inside.
Toriyama lands a nice uppercut.
Toriyama fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Simenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Toriyama has closed the distance and engaged Simenkov in a clinch.
Toriyama throws a punch but it's blocked by Simenkov.
Toriyama is pressed up against the cage. Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Toriyama down to the mat. Toriyama avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Toriyama gets a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simenkov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Simenkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Toriyama.
Toriyama makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Simenkov.
A head punch on the inside from Toriyama fails to land. #T1#
Simenkov is trying to break free.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Toriyama.
Toriyama scores with a nice hook to the head.
Toriyama lands a left hand that snaps the head of Simenkov backwards.
Simenkov blocks an uppercut.
Simenkov can't get the takedown.
Akira Toriyama has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.#TD2#
Simenkov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Toriyama can't fight it off and eventually Simenkov manages to take the fight to the floor. Toriyama looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Toriyama doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Toriyama trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Simenkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Toriyama's head.
Toriyama throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Toriyama throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Toriyama 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.
Toriyama scores with a short punch from the bottom.
Toriyama thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Toriyama throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Toriyama swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Toriyama throws some sloppy strikes off his back. #T2#
Toriyama wants to sweep here but Simenkov controlling him for the moment.
Toriyama will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Toriyama tries to strike from the bottom.
Simenkov wants to control from the top but Toriyama keeps moving.
Toriyama trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Toriyama tries to strike from the bottom.
Simenkov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Simenkov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Toriyama tries to strike from the bottom.
Toriyama throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Toriyama keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Toriyama throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Toriyama closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simenkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Toriyama scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simenkov tries to stall but Toriyama uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T3#
Simenkov tries to stall but Toriyama uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Simenkov seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Toriyama misses with some punches.
Toriyama lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Toriyama misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simenkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Toriyama misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Simenkov.
Toriyama lands with a right to the head.
Toriyama has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
Simenkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Toriyama pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Simenkov looking for a takedown.
Toriyama lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Simenkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simenkov misses with the head strike.
Simenkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Simenkov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Toriyama pulls his leg out and moves away.
Good shot there by Simenkov.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Toriyama as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Toriyama closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Toriyama misses with a punch on the inside.
Toriyama lands a hook to the side of the head.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simenkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Simenkov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Toriyama lands a right hand.
A short right from Toriyama.
Toriyama working aggressively here.
Toriyama throws a punch but it's blocked by Simenkov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Toriyama.
Toriyama throws a head punch that misses.
Simenkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Toriyama fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Toriyama has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Akira Toriyama dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Toriyama clinches.
Simenkov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Toriyama misses with the head strike.
Simenkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Toriyama fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Toriyama is looking to clinch but Simenkov is avoiding it. #CL#
Toriyama pushes Simenkov up against the cage in a clinch.
Simenkov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Toriyama has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
Simenkov is looking for a takedown.
Simenkov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Toriyama.
Toriyama lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Toriyama.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Toriyama shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Akira Toriyama has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Still in the clinch, Toriyama scores with a nice short uppercut.
Simenkov is trying to break free.
Toriyama fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Toriyama fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simenkov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
The referee calls for Simenkov to work.
Toriyama working aggressively here.
Simenkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Toriyama prevents it.
Toriyama stops a takedown attempt from Simenkov.
A head punch on the inside from Toriyama fails to land.
Simenkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Toriyama is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simenkov can do to turn this around?
A head punch blocked on the inside by Simenkov.
Toriyama scores with a shoulder strike.
Toriyama throws a punch but it's blocked by Simenkov.
Toriyama misses with a short punch on the inside.
Toriyama misses with a punch on the inside.
Toriyama swings wildly with an uppercut but Simenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Toriyama throws a head punch that misses.
Simenkov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Toriyama backwards.
Simenkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Toriyama shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T2#
A short left from Toriyama.
Simenkov takes a shot to the head.
Simenkov has Toriyama pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Toriyama manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Toriyama lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Simenkov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Toriyama misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simenkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Toriyama shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Toriyama tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Toriyama tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Simenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Toriyama moves into the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Toriyama.
Toriyama lands with a right to the head.
Toriyama lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Simenkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Toriyama.
Simenkov tries to break the clinch but Toriyama is controlling the position.
Toriyama misses with a punch on the inside.
Simenkov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Toriyama is defending well for now.
A short uppercut from Toriyama.
Simenkov has Toriyama pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Toriyama manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
Toriyama has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
Toriyama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Akira Toriyama has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simenkov is breathing heavily.
Simenkov tries to score a body lock takedown but Toriyama shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Simenkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Toriyama misses with some punches.
Simenkov is looking for a takedown.
Toriyama lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Simenkov backwards.
Toriyama lands a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Toriyama.
Toriyama working aggressively here.
Toriyama lands a hook to the side of the head.
Toriyama lands with a short shot to the head.
Simenkov blocks an uppercut.
Toriyama is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Simenkov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Toriyama lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Simenkov. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Toriyama scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simenkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Simenkov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Toriyama misses with some punches.
Simenkov can't find room to land a body shot as Toriyama controls the action.
A short right from Toriyama on the inside.
Toriyama misses with some punches.
A short left from Toriyama. #ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!
Simenkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Toriyama lands with a right to the head.
Simenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Toriyama finish him?
Toriyama has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
Simenkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Toriyama manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Toriyama tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simenkov seems to have recovered his senses.
Toriyama lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Toriyama lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Simenkov has Toriyama pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Toriyama manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Toriyama unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Simenkov! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Toriyama is unloading with more strikes now! Simenkov drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Akira Toriyama!
A very excited looking Akira Toriyama made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CEFC 226
Date: Jan 07, 2017

#R1#
Moreno tries to clinch up.
Moreno has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Moreno tries for a takedown but Simenkov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Simenkov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Moreno misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Simenkov. #TD#
Simenkov wants the takedown. Moreno is fighting it off but Simenkov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Moreno 's guard against the cage.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Simenkov is fighting to break Moreno 's control of his arms but Moreno is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Moreno 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.
Simenkov works over Moreno with some ground and pound from guard.
Moreno is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simenkov wants to control from the top but Moreno keeps moving. #SUB#
Simenkov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Simenkov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Simenkov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Moreno trying to control the position here.
Simenkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Simenkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Simenkov stays in close to Moreno 's body and controls the position.
Simenkov landing some decent shots from guard.
Simenkov 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.
Moreno is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Simenkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Moreno is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Moreno being controlled here, momentarily.
Simenkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Simenkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Moreno 's head.
Moreno working a defensive guard here.
Moreno looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simenkov is one step ahead there.
Simenkov passes Moreno 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Simenkov looks to land a strike but Moreno avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Simenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Moreno is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Simenkov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Moreno is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Moreno manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simenkov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Simenkov looking to control.
Moreno is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Simenkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Moreno stopping the sweep attempt from Simenkov.
Moreno must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Moreno landing some decent shots from guard.
Moreno is looking to work some ground and pound but Simenkov has wrist control.#T4#
Simenkov has momentary wrist control but Moreno slips an elbow through the middle.
Moreno connects with a couple of short punches.
Moreno connects with a couple of short punches.
Moreno is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Moreno throws a big elbow that misses.
Moreno trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Moreno 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Moreno trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Moreno postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Moreno pushing down on Simenkov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Simenkov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Moreno .
Simenkov is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Moreno wants to pass the guard but Simenkov is defending well. #ES#
Simenkov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Moreno keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Simenkov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Simenkov gets a clinch. #BC#
Simenkov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Moreno takes a swing at Simenkov's ribcage but misses.
Moreno throws a hook to the side of Simenkov's head but Simenkov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Moreno bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Simenkov's guard. #REVB#
Simenkov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Moreno missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Simenkov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moreno advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Moreno is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Simenkov looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Simenkov tries to kick Moreno off but Moreno keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Moreno wants to take a breather but Simenkov is having none of it. #SUB#
Simenkov actively working from the bottom here.
Simenkov won't allow Moreno to pass to mount.
Simenkov regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Moreno .
Moreno wants to control from the top but Simenkov keeps moving. #ES#
Simenkov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Moreno off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Moreno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simenkov moves away.
Simenkov slips a straight right by Moreno .#T2#
Moreno throws a big shot that misses.
Sergei Simenkov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Moreno gets caught flat footed, as Simenkov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Moreno looking to control.
Simenkov cracks Moreno with a solid left hand.
Simenkov wants to pass the guard but Moreno is keeping the position.
Moreno trying to keep a closed guard but Simenkov is proving a slippery customer.
Moreno looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simenkov is one step ahead there.
Simenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Moreno is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Moreno manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simenkov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
Moreno connects with a couple of short punches.
Moreno pushing down on Simenkov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Moreno is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Simenkov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Moreno .
Simenkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Simenkov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Moreno lying in Simenkov's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Simenkov decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Moreno taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergei Simenkov!
A relieved looking Sergei Simenkov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: CEFC 224
Date: Dec 17, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pitung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pitung sizes up Simenkov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pitung feints a jab promting Simenkov to slip. Pitung then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Simenkov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Simenkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pitung.
Pitung misses with a wild combination.
Simenkov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Pitung. That one must have hurt.#CL2#
Simenkov moves into the clinch.
Simenkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Pitung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simenkov managing to block the knees to the body from Pitung.
Pitung has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pitung tries to break free but Simenkov pushes him back against the cage.
Simenkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pitung prevents it. #T1##TD2#
Simenkov gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Simenkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Simenkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Pitung throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Pitung is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Montreal Fighter's Gym (5* Sparring) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#ES#
Pitung has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Simenkov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Simenkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Pitung pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Pitung misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Pitung has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Simenkov is trying to keep an underhook but Pitung manages to get the takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simenkov is pressing down on Pitung's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Simenkov keeping moving, preventing Pitung from controlling successfully.
Simenkov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pitung is controlling him. #T2#
Pitung trying to control but Simenkov is working from the bottom.
Simenkov wants to stand but Pitung is controlling the position.
Pitung has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Pitung decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Simenkov, up you get!
Horrible takedown attempt by Simenkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Pitung, which made it look bad.
Bang Pitung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Pitung scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Simenkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pitung's guard.#ES#
Pitung has his feet on Simenkov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T3#
Pitung throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Pitung misses with a kick to the body.
Simenkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pitung fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Simenkov.
Pitung lands with a nice body kick.
Sergei Simenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simenkov fails with a takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Pitung tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pitung misses with a low kick.
Pitung blocks a head kick by Simenkov. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Pitung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pitung looks to land a body kick but Simenkov moved away.#TD2#
Simenkov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simenkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Simenkov cracks Pitung with a solid left hand.
Pitung can't keep his opponent in guard - Simenkov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Pitung trying to control but Simenkov postures up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pitung keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pitung pushes Simenkov off looking to stand but Simenkov dives back in and keeps control.
Simenkov lands with a punch from half guard.
Pitung wants to improve his position but Simenkov is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Simenkov lands a nice short elbow.
Pitung is trying to maintain the position but Simenkov is very close to passing his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bang Pitung dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Pitung misses with a body kick.
Simenkov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pitung's head.
Simenkov avoids a kick to the body.
Simenkov with the counter takedown but Pitung avoids it easily.
Simenkov misses with a head kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Pitung darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Pitung throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Simenkov counters with a shoot takedown. Pitung fights it but they end up in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Pitung throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pitung keeping full guard, as Simenkov tries to pass.
Pitung will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pitung keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully. #T1#
Simenkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Simenkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Pitung has wrist control.
Pitung wants to stand and escape but Simenkov is having none of it.
Simenkov landing with the ground and pound.
Pitung keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Simenkov is fighting to break Pitung's control of his arms but Pitung is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Simenkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Pitung working a defensive guard here.
Simenkov scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Simenkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pitung is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Simenkov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Simenkov wants to pass the guard but Pitung is keeping the position.
Pitung looking to control.
Simenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pitung is keeping the position for now.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Simenkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Simenkov's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Simenkov is looking to clinch.
Simenkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pitung swivels and escapes.
Simenkov tries to clinch up.
It looked like Pitung was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T3#
Pitung lands a jab-cross combination.
Simenkov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Simenkov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD2#
Simenkov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Simenkov stops Pitung from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Pitung makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simenkov fails with a takedown attempt.
Pitung lands a two punch combo.
Pitung throws the kick towards the body but Simenkov avoids it.#T4#
Simenkov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pitung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bang Pitung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pitung digs a good body shot into Simenkov's ribs.
Pitung falls off balance throwing a combination
and Simenkov counters with a left and a right that stings Pitung.
Pitung moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Pitung.
That kick from Pitung tenderised Simenkov's leg. Simenkov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Simenkov walks into a jab.#CL2#
Simenkov clinches. #TD#
Pitung ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pitung no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Pitung is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simenkov can do to turn this around?
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pitung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Simenkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pitung's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bang Pitung dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Simenkov feints and as Pitung raises his hands in defense, Simenkov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Simenkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Simenkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pitung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pitung is looking to stand up but Simenkov isn't so interested in that idea.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Simenkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov throwing strikes but missing.
Pitung wants to stand up but Simenkov is controlling him.
Simenkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Pitung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simenkov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Sergei Simenkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Simenkov is controlling Pitung's posture.
Simenkov has a closed guard, preventing Pitung from standing up.
Simenkov working a defensive guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Simenkov is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Simenkov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Pitung looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Pitung looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Pitung! #REVR#
Simenkov tries to escape but Pitung is in control. #T2#
Pitung fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Simenkov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pitung wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SU#
Pitung decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Pitung tried to score with a low kick but Simenkov checks it.
Simenkov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Pitung to score with a decent uppercut.
Pitung is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Some wild striking there from Simenkov.
A little feinted left hand from Pitung on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pitung throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Simenkov to counter with a crisp jab.
Simenkov tries to clinch but Pitung is having none of it.
Simenkov shoots in but no luck this time.
Bang Pitung is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Pitung lands a jab to Simenkov's midsection.
Simenkov shoots in for a double leg but Pitung sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Simenkov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Simenkov fails to land the takedown.
Pitung seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bang Pitung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Pitung punishes Simenkov's body with a nice straight punch.
Pitung connects with a body shot.
Pitung fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Pitung throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from Pitung as Simenkov shoots in.
Pitung lands a nice shot to the body.
Simenkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pitung circles away.
As Simenkov looks to move away, Pitung throws a big counter combo but Simenkov just gets out of the way.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Pitung circles away easily
and Pitung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T4#
Simenkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pitung avoids it really well and circles away.
Pitung went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Simenkov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pitung sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Pitung misses its target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pitung comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sergei Simenkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice body punch from Pitung.
Pitung is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Pitung lands a jab.
Pitung takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Pitung sizes up Simenkov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pitung lands a slapping body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bang Pitung showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pitung, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bang Pitung!
After winning the bout, Bang Pitung thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CEFC 221
Date: Nov 26, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Simenkov forces Parks back against the cage and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Parks.
Parks stops a takedown attempt from Simenkov. #BC2#
Simenkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Simenkov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Simenkov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Parks makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Parks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simenkov with a poor takedown
and Parks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lyoto Parks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Parks misses with a wild body shot.
Simenkov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Parks scores with a shot to the body.
Simenkov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Parks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Parks thuds his right hand into Simenkov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Simenkov is defended easily by Parks.
Parks lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Parks looks to score with a jab to the body but Simenkov is just out of range.
Simenkov shoots in for a double leg but Parks sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Parks pushes Simenkov up against the cage in a clinch.
Parks has a couple of punches blocked by Simenkov.
Simenkov is trying to drag Parks to the mat but Parks just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Parks fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Parks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Parks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Simenkov backwards.
Parks swings wildly with an uppercut but Simenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Parks prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Parks scores with a hook to the body.
Parks lands a right hand.
Parks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Simenkovs head.
A short right from Parks. #ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!
A short right from Parks.
Simenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Parks finish him?
Simenkov blocking some punches.
Parks pushes Simenkov against the cage. Parks is working some dirty boxing. Parks pushes off with a quick right hook! Simenkov goes down! Simenkov tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Parks moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lyoto Parks!
After winning the bout, Lyoto Parks thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 82
Date: Nov 07, 2016

#R1#
Cuervo lands a lovely overhand right.
A cross from Cuervo lands.#CL2#
Simenkov moves into the clinch.
Simenkov has Cuervo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cuervo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Cuervo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cuervo stuffs the takedown.
Cuervo avoids the head kick by Simenkov.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cuervo, as that shot connected.
Cuervo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cuervo.
Cuervo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Cuervo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Cuervo sprawls well. Cuervo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Simenkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Cuervo is looking for a counter combo.
Jose Cuervo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Cuervo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Simenkov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cuervo scores with a nice body kick. #T1#
Cuervo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Simenkov doesn't seem bothered though.
Simenkov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Cuervo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Simenkov's sensitive parts.
Cuervo lands a front kick.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Cuervo circles away easily
and Cuervo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Simenkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Simenkov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Cuervo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Simenkov has time to react.
Simenkov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Simenkov misses with a jab to the body
and Cuervo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Simenkov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nice shot by Cuervo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A solid body kick from Cuervo.
Cuervo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jose Cuervo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Cuervo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Cuervo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Cuervo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL2#
Simenkov moves into the clinch.#BC#
Cuervo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cuervo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Cuervo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cuervo keeps Simenkov at a distance using the push kick.
Simenkov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Cuervo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Cuervo. Simenkov shrugs it off though.
Cuervo scores with a nice body kick.
Nice shot by Cuervo.
Cuervo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Cuervo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Simenkov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Cuervo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nice cross by Cuervo.
Simenkov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Simenkov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice sprawl there from Cuervo as Simenkov shoots in.
Cuervo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Simenkov's sensitive parts.
Cuervo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cuervo scores with a push kick.
Simenkov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cuervo.#CL2#
Cuervo gets tackled into the cage by Simenkov. Simenkov maintains the clinch. #BC#
Cuervo breaks from the clinch.
Simenkov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Simenkov moves in looking to clinch but Cuervo pushes him off.
Cuervo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice uppercut lands for Cuervo. That snapped Simenkov's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cuervo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cuervo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Simenkov on the side of the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cuervo.
Cuervo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Cuervo scores with a jab to the head.
Cuervo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T4#
Cuervo connects with a nice looking jab.
Simenkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cuervo defends well and Simenkov ends up having to push Cuervo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cuervo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cuervo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A jab from Cuervo does it's job there.
Cuervo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Good leg kick by Cuervo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Simenkov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Simenkov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Cuervo counters with a nice low kick that buckles Simenkov's knee momentarily.
Cuervo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Simenkov. That did some damage!
Simenkov is trying desperately to land a takedown but Cuervo is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Simenkov.
Simenkov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Cuervo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Cuervo jabs Simenkov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simenkov misses with a low kick.
Simenkov lands a leg kick that knocks Cuervo off balance momentarily.
Cuervo stuns Simenkov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jose Cuervo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Cuervo scores with a nice body kick.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cuervo but Cuervo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Simenkov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Simenkov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Simenkov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Cuervo. That one must have hurt.
Cuervo scores with a body shot. #TD2#
Simenkov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Cuervo struggling a bit here.
Simenkov prevents Cuervo from escaping the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cuervo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Simenkov off and has taken his back!
Cuervo trying to control momentarily.
Simenkov covering up well under a barage of strikes. #T1##SUB#
Cuervo is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cuervo has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Simenkov's body.
Cuervo lands shots from the back.
Cuervo lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Simenkov tries to break free.
Simenkov has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Cuervo.
Simenkov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T2#
Simenkov is trapped and Cuervo is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Simenkov wants to escape the position. #SUB#
Cuervo has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Simenkov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Cuervo is landing with some decent strikes but Simenkov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Simenkov is trying to escape the mount.
Cuervo looking to finish with strikes here!
Jose Cuervo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Cuervo is working for a guillotine from mount but Simenkov frees his head quite easily.
Simenkov is trying to escape the mount. #T3#
Cuervo avoids the attempt from Simenkov to control.
Cuervo sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Simenkov is working to get back to half guard.
Cuervo landing strikes from the mount.
Cuervo with good strikes from the mount here!
Simenkov working to try and regain half guard.
Cuervo looking to ground and pound but Simenkov is blocking nicely.
Simenkov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T4#
Cuervo throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Cuervo raining down shots from the mount!
Cuervo lands a nice shot to the head. #ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!#SUB#
Cuervo is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Simenkov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Simenkov shrugs it off.
Simenkov is still in real trouble! Can Cuervo finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simenkov taking shots to the head.
Cuervo unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Simenkov wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Cuervo celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jose Cuervo!
Jose Cuervo spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: CEFC 215
Date: Oct 15, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hansen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Simenkov. That did some damage!
Hansen throws a right and a left that Simenkov avoids nicely.
Nice body kick from Hansen.
Hansen throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nice jab there from Hansen.
Hansen stuffs the takedown attempt from Simenkov. Simenkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Hansen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hansen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Simenkov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The fighters circling - Hansen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hansen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Simenkov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Simenkov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Hansen!
Hansen is looking for a sweep.
Hansen is working hard here to advance position.
Hansen parries the strikes from Simenkov easily there. Simenkov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hansen to escape. #T1#
Hansen manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hansen is trying to control the action in half guard but Simenkov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Simenkov is looking to escape.
Simenkov is staying active underneath Hansen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Simenkov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Simenkov wants to control but Hansen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Simenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hansen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Simenkov works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2#
Hansen cracks Simenkov with a solid left hand.#ES2#
Simenkov pushes Hansen off and scrambles back to his feet.
Tim Hansen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hansen throws a right and a left that Simenkov avoids nicely.
Simenkov is looking to clinch but Hansen is avoiding it.
Simenkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Simenkov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hansen misses with the combination.
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!#TD2#
Simenkov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hansen did well to prevent Simenkov getting side control.#ES#
Hansen has one foot on Simenkov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Hansen scores with a head kick.
Simenkov misses with a takedown
and Hansen counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Simenkov badly! He tries to strike back but Hansen puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Simenkov out cold! Oh man, Simenkov will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Tim Hansen!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Tim Hansen made sure he mentioned Vandal Fight Boutique & Laundry (93%), along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: CEFC 213
Date: Sep 24, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov moves in looking to clinch but Face pushes him off.
Face drops down looking for a counter takedown but Simenkov sprawls and moves away.
Face tries to work over Simenkov's front leg with a kick but Simenkov checks it.
Face looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Simenkov is fending him off so far but Face persists. Nope, Simenkov circles away and we're back to standing.
Simenkov tries to close the distance and clinch but Face swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown but Face shows good takedown defense.
Face attempts a counter takedown but Simenkov avoids it well and moves away.
Face misses with a takedown attempt - Simenkov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Simenkov dives in and grabs Face's left leg, looking for a takedown. Face pushes down on Simenkov's head and hops out.
Face attempts a counter takedown but Simenkov avoids it well and moves away.
Simenkov with a poor takedown #TD#
and Face counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Shit Face has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Face is working for a kimura but Simenkov is defending it quite comfortably.
Simenkov is trying to stand. #T1##SUB#
Face is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Simenkov is not content to let Face control the position.#SUB#
Face is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Simenkov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Face wants to take a breather but Simenkov is having none of it.
Simenkov is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Face is working for a kimura but Simenkov is defending it quite comfortably.
Face takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Face uses his free foot to push down on Simenkov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Simenkov. #T2##SUB#
Face working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Simenkov turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Face off and cradles Simenkov's limp body as Face celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Shit Face!
Shit Face opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: CEFC 211
Date: Sep 10, 2016

#R1#
Hansen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Simenkov fails with the takedown.
Hansen appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hansen fails to land with a series of punches.
Simenkov throws a counter combo.#CL2#
Simenkov has closed the distance and engaged Hansen in a clinch. #TD2#
Simenkov has picked Hansen up - he's going for a ride! Simenkov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB#
Hansen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Simenkov pulls his head out easily.
Simenkov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Simenkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Simenkov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hansen!
Simenkov lands a big elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simenkov avoids the attempt from Hansen to control.#SUB2#
Simenkov wants to finish this one by submission but Hansen is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Simenkov. #T1#
Simenkov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Simenkov landing strikes from the mount.#SUB2#
Simenkov goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hansen is on top in guard.
Simenkov has his hands on Hansen's head, controlling the position.
Hansen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hansen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hansen continues to stall.#T2#
Hansen throwing strikes from guard but Simenkov blocks nicely.
Simenkov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hansen controls the pace.
Hansen wants to control from the top but Simenkov keeps moving. #T3#
Simenkov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hansen has passed into side control.
Hansen trying to control the position but Simenkov is working away.
Simenkov struggling a bit here.
Simenkov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hansen's best efforts.
Hansen not doing much here. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Simenkov wants to control but Hansen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hansen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Simenkov keeps working.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simenkov misses with some strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice shot by Simenkov.
Simenkov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hansen as he jumps to the side.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A clash of legs there as Simenkov blocks the low kick.
And Simenkov tries to counter it with a takedown but Hansen pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Simenkov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hansen throws a head kick that half lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tim Hansen will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Hansen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CUT#
It looks like Sergei Simenkov has been cut.
Tim Hansen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hansen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hansen throws a head kick but Simenkov moves out of range.
Hansen tries to bum rush Simenkov with a series of wild strikes but Simenkov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Simenkov. #TD2#
Simenkov gets the takedown into side control.
Simenkov is looking to take a break and control but Hansen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sergei Simenkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hansen is trying to buck Simenkov off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hansen gets back to half guard.
Hansen tries to get to full guard but Simenkov has control of the leg.
Hansen looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1##SUB2#
Simenkov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hansen is looking to improve his position.
Hansen is trying to stand.
Simenkov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Simenkov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hansen is trying to control but can't.
Hansen taking some punishment here, with Simenkov in his half guard.
Simenkov is thwarting Hansen's attempts to control the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Simenkov is trying to work for a kimura but Hansen is defending well.
Hansen has hold of Simenkov's hands but Simenkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Simenkov connects with a nice short shot to Hansen's temple.
Hansen trying to control but Simenkov postures up.
Hansen keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Simenkov controlling the action here.
Simenkov wants to pass to mount but Hansen is defending the position. #T3#
Simenkov is thwarting Hansen's attempts to control the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Simenkov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Simenkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hansen pushes Simenkov off looking to stand but Simenkov dives back in and keeps control.
Simenkov is trying to control. Hansen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hansen tries to kick Simenkov off but Simenkov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Simenkov is stalling here. Hansen is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Simenkov seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hansen has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simenkov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Hansen connects with a decent elbow. #T4#
Simenkov wants to control but Hansen postures up.
Hansen trying to control the position but Simenkov is working away.
Simenkov is trying to improve his position.
Simenkov is being controlled here.
Hansen wants to control but Simenkov is keeping him busy.
Hansen controlling the position from side mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
More hug and hope from Hansen.
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 Tim Hansen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergei Simenkov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. 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.
#R3#
Hansen misses with a double jab. #CL2#
Simenkov rushes Hansen and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Simenkov breaks from the clinch.
Hansen throws a low kick but Simenkov moves out of range easily.
Hansen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hansen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Simenkov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hansen avoids it really well and circles away.
Simenkov wants to clinch up but Hansen keeps it at a distance.
Simenkov dodges the punch combination from Hansen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hansen throws a series of punches but Simenkov avoids them all with ease.
Simenkov tries to clinch but Hansen is having none of it.
Hansen thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Simenkov if he has to take too many more of those. #TD2#
Simenkov gets a takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simenkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hansen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Hansen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hansen.
Simenkov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hansen is keeping the position for now.
Hansen pulls Simenkov in close to his closed guard and prevents Simenkov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hansen trying to keep a closed guard but Simenkov is proving a slippery customer.
Simenkov with a nice head shot there.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Simenkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Hansen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Simenkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hansen's head.
Hansen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hansen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Simenkov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Hansen takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3#
Simenkov wants to improve his position but Hansen is controlling well.
Hansen stalling.
Simenkov is looking for a sweep. Hansen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Simenkov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hansen is working away from the top position though.
Simenkov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Simenkov is looking to improve his position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hansen 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.
Sergei Simenkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Simenkov is looking to improve his position.
Hansen works his foot free and advances to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simenkov is wriggling around trying to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Hansen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hansen, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Tim Hansen!
Tim Hansen took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Vandal Fight Boutique & Laundry (93%) for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: CEFC 209
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Parks's waist but Parks gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Simenkov off to one side.
Parks throws a body shot but no joy.
Simenkov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Simenkov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sergei Simenkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Simenkov at a distance.
Parks lands a nice shot that snaps Simenkov's head back.
Parks lands with a straight right. Simenkov didn't see that one coming.
A left lands for Parks.
Parks blocks a head kick by Simenkov. #TD2#
Simenkov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Parks looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Parks throws Simenkov to one side and escapes!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simenkov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!
Simenkov circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Parks. Simenkov falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Parks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lyoto Parks!
Lyoto Parks thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CEFC 207
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Simenkov misses with a takedown
and Yakimyuk counters with a nice uppercut.
No joy there for Yakimyuk, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A big left from Yakimyuk misses.
Yakimyuk defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Simenkov.
A solid leg kick lands there for Simenkov.
Yakimyuk misses with a wild body shot.
Yakimyuk throws a solid leg kick but Simenkov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Yakimyuk.
Yakimyuk misses with a body shot.
Simenkov throws a counter combo.
A head kick from Simenkov lands but Yakimyuk takes it in his stride. #CUT2#
It looks like Roman Yakimyuk has been cut.
Yakimyuk keeps the fight on the outside.
Yakimyuk connects with a high kick.
Yakimyuk takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yakimyuk connects with the punch.
Simenkov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Yakimyuk throws the left hand but Simenkov avoids the punch easily.#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Simenkov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Yakimyuk throws out a loose jab but Simenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yakimyuk.
Yakimyuk misses with a jab, cross combination.
Yakimyuk misses with a jab, cross combination.
Simenkov blocks a head kick by Yakimyuk. #KD#
Yakimyuk lands a big head kick that sends Simenkov tumbling to the mat! Yakimyuk takes a step backwards and waves Simenkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yakimyuk darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Simenkov's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Yakimyuk before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roman Yakimyuk!
Roman Yakimyuk decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 69
Date: Jul 25, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dead has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Montreal Fighter's Gym (5* Sparring) in the buildup to the fight.
Dead throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Simenkov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dead is looking to chop away at Simenkov's legs.
Simenkov shoots in but no luck this time.
Simenkov shoots in looking for a takedown but Dead manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Simenkov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dead connects with a right hand. Simenkov shakes it off.
Simenkov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Better Dead has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Dead throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD2#
Simenkov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES#
Dead has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Simenkov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dead comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #BC2#
Simenkov breaks from the clinch. #KD#
Dead lands a big head kick that sends Simenkov tumbling to the mat! Dead takes a step backwards and waves Simenkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Sergei Simenkov has been cut.
Simenkov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Simenkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Dead finish him?
Simenkov walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Simenkov limp body while Dead jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Better Dead!
After the big win, Better Dead made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Spartan Nutrition 160Q with Proof and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 65
Date: Jul 04, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Shit Face has been cut.
Simenkov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Face paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Face attempts a counter takedown but Simenkov avoids it well and moves away.
Face tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Simenkov defends well and Face ends up having to push Simenkov into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Face looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Simenkov throws out a powerful jab.
Face fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Simenkov is out of range.
Face attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Face doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD2#
and Simenkov counters with a combination of strikes to the head and body that crumple Face! #ROC2#
Face is rocked!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shit Face. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Face wants to control but Simenkov is keeping busy.
Oh Face is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Face is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Face seems to have got his legs back now.
Face tries to roll over but Simenkov keeps him under control.#T1#
Simenkov is keen to just control but Face is a slippery customer.
Simenkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Face wants to control but Simenkov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Face won't allow Simenkov to pass to mount.
Simenkov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Face tries to roll over but Simenkov keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Face is defending against the submission attempts here by Simenkov.
Simenkov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2#
Face tries to roll over but Simenkov keeps him under control.
Simenkov throws a strike but Face avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#SUB#
Face escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Simenkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Simenkov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Face has momentary wrist control but Simenkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Simenkov trying to control but Face is working from the bottom.
Simenkov won't allow Face to sweep him here.
Face lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Simenkov trying to control the position here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Simenkov trying to control the position.
Simenkov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Face trying to control the position from guard on top but Simenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simenkov wants to sweep but no luck.
Simenkov keeping moving, preventing Face from controlling successfully.
Simenkov wants to stand up but Face is controlling him.
Face controls from within his opponent's guard.
Face postures up. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Face loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Face stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Simenkov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Face thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Face content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Simenkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Face with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Simenkov keeping moving, preventing Face from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES2#
Simenkov has his feet on Face's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Simenkov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shit Face's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Face fails with a takedown attempt.
Simenkov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Face attempts a counter takedown but Simenkov avoids it well and moves away.
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown but Face shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Simenkov fails to land the takedown.
Face changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Simenkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Face tries to sprawl out of it but Simenkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Face manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Face is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Shit Face has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Simenkov sprawls well. Simenkov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Face gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Face shoots in and drives through. Simenkov sprawls well.
Face tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Simenkov swivels and escapes.
Face misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Face defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Simenkov.
Face moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice takedown defense from Face. No joy for Simenkov on that attempt.
Simenkov throws a push kick but Face slaps the foot to one side.
Face fails to land the takedown.
Shit Face is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Simenkov enables Face to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Simenkov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Face thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Simenkov keeping moving, preventing Face from controlling successfully.
Simenkov wants to sweep but no luck.
Simenkov has momentary wrist control but Face slips an elbow through the middle.
Simenkov wants to stand up but Face is controlling him.
Face works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Face seems to be working for a kimura but Simenkov defends the submission attempt.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Face lands a nice short elbow.
Simenkov works his way to full guard. Good work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Face with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3##SUB#
Face drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Face jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Face trying to control the position from guard on top but Simenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Face is pushing down on Simenkov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Simenkov is fighting to maintain full guard but Face has managed to sneak the leg through.
Face lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Simenkov manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Face drops back looking for a leg! Simenkov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Simenkov manages to kick Face off! Face jumps back into Simenkov's guard.
Face trying to control but Simenkov is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
Face stands and throws Simenkov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Face trying to control the action but Simenkov is working from the bottom.
Simenkov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Simenkov is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Face tries for a kimura but Simenkov is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Face advances to mount.
Simenkov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shit Face dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shit Face's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Simenkov goes for a double leg but Face avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Face continues to drive forward.
Simenkov moves in looking to clinch but Face pushes him off.
A slow jab from Simenkov misses its intended target.
Simenkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Face circles away.#TD2#
Simenkov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Face's guard.
Face punching to the body, from the bottom.
Face avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Face trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face wants to sweep but no luck.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Face avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Face wants to sweep here but Simenkov controlling him for the moment.
Face will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Simenkov looking to pass the guard.
Simenkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Face looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Face looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Simenkov passes into side control.
Face can't do much from the bottom here.
Simenkov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Face is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Simenkov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
Simenkov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Simenkov is chipping away with strikes.
Face is looking to regain half guard here but Simenkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Simenkov in side control, throwing shots but Face defends.
Face sneaks back into half guard.
Simenkov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Simenkov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Face gets back to full guard.
Shit Face overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Simenkov works over Face with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Face is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Simenkov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Simenkov throwing strikes from guard but Face blocks nicely. #SUB#
Simenkov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Face has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Simenkov is looking to defend but Face has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Simenkov! Face pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Simenkov taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shit Face!
Shit Face took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: CEFC 199
Date: Jun 18, 2016

#R1#
Baaaad looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL2#
Simenkov closes the distance and pushes Baaaad back into the cage.
Simenkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Baaaad is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Baaaad is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Simenkov looking for a takedown.
Knees in the clinch landing for Simenkov. #BC2#
Simenkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baaaad swings for the body but Simenkov moves out of range.
Baaaad tries a head kick but it misses.
Simenkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Baaaad tries to sprawl out of it but Simenkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Baaaad manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gary Baaaad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baaaad. Simenkov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gary Baaaad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baaaad throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Simenkov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Baaaad wants to clinch but Simenkov slips to the side#TD2#
and Simenkov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Baaaad wants to stand back up but Simenkov manages to pass into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Simenkov is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Baaaad looks calm but he's in trouble here. Simenkov gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Baaaad is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Simenkov lets go of the hold and Baaaad can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergei Simenkov!
Sergei Simenkov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 59
Date: May 23, 2016

#R1#
Dead is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Simenkov.
Dead throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD2#
Simenkov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dead tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Simenkov is in Dead's guard.
Simenkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dead is retaining full guard.
Dead working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simenkov.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Simenkov preventing the sweep.
Simenkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Simenkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dead utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dead utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dead keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Simenkov is looking to advance position but Dead has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T1#
Simenkov holds on, trying desperately to control.
Simenkov holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Dead tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Simenkov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Dead working the head and body with strikes.
Dead trying to control from half guard but Simenkov is working away.
Simenkov wants to improve his position but Dead is controlling well.
Dead wants to pass to mount but Simenkov is defending the position.
Simenkov wants to improve his position but Dead is controlling well. #T2#
Dead throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Simenkov landing strikes from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dead working over Simenkov with some ground and pound. Simenkov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dead trying to control from half guard but Simenkov is working away.
Dead thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Simenkov's head.
Dead throwing shots but Simenkov is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Dead is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Simenkov defends it well.
Simenkov is staying active underneath Dead, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dead sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Simenkov defending well though.
Dead prevents Simenkov from improving his position.#SU#
Dead decides to stand and escape the position. #T3#
Dead displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Simenkov.
Simenkov takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT#
It looks like Sergei Simenkov has been cut.
Dead swats away the attempt to clinch by Simenkov.#CL#
Dead darts in and clinches Simenkov up against the cage.
Dead is trying to maintain a safe position but Simenkov gets an underhook and turns Dead into the cage.
I was talking to Dead's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Dead breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Simenkov has Dead up against the cage in a clinch.
Dead slows down the pace here.
Dead lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Simenkov manages to break the clinch. #T4#
Dead misses with a looping right.
Dead throws a jab but it's blocked by Simenkov.
Dead slaps away a takedown attempt from Simenkov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dead throws out a loose jab but Simenkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Dead there.
Dead is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Simenkov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simenkov closes the distance and clinches up with Dead, looking for a takedown. Simenkov pushes Dead against the cage but Dead circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Better Dead has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Jab from Dead.
Dead waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simenkov.
A head kick by Dead misses #TD2#
and Simenkov counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES#
Dead manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Dead fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Simenkov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A good leg kick by Dead. #TD2#
Simenkov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES#
Dead has one foot on Simenkov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Better Dead dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergei Simenkov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Better Dead seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Dead as Simenkov shoots in.
Dead attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dead throws a jab but it's blocked by Simenkov. #KD#
Dead lands a big head kick that sends Simenkov tumbling to the mat! Dead takes a step backwards and waves Simenkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Simenkov is rocked!
Dead knocks out Simenkov with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Dead before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Dead picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Better Dead!
Better Dead really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Spartan Nutrition 160Q with Proof logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Simenkov clinches up with Johnson and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Simenkov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Johnson is trying to keep an underhook but Simenkov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Simenkov prevents Johnson from standing back up.
Johnson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Johnson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Simenkov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Johnson misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Simenkov 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Simenkov connects with a nice short shot to Johnson's temple.
Simenkov drops an elbow to the side of Johnson's head.
Simenkov stalling.
Simenkov lands strikes from half guard.#T1#
Johnson taking some punishment here, with Simenkov in his half guard.
Simenkov lands with a punch from half guard.
Simenkov is trying to control the action in half guard but Johnson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Johnson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Johnson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Simenkov pulls his head out easily.
Simenkov working the head and body with strikes.
Johnson has hold of Simenkov's hands but Simenkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Simenkov controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Simenkov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2#
Simenkov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Johnson is looking to improve his position.
Simenkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Johnson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Simenkov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Johnson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Simenkov with a nice head shot there.
Simenkov pushes down on Johnson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Simenkov controlling the action here. #T3#
Simenkov 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.
Johnson tries to roll over but Simenkov keeps him under control.#SUB#
Johnson looking for submissions off his back.
Simenkov lands with a punch from half guard.
Simenkov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Johnson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Simenkov scores with a couple of nice shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simenkov controlling the pace.
Simenkov lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Simenkov is nestled in close to Johnson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Johnson wants to improve his position but Simenkov is controlling well. #SUB2#
Simenkov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Johnson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Simenkov.
Simenkov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Simenkov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Johnson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Simenkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Simenkov's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Simenkov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Simenkov gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Simenkov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Johnson is just riding it out for now. Simenkov eventually gives up the hold.
Simenkov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is trying to maintain the position but Simenkov is very close to passing his half guard.
Simenkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Simenkov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Simenkov controlling the action here. #T1#
Simenkov working the head and body with strikes.
Johnson is trying to maintain the position but Simenkov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Johnson looking for submissions off his back.
Simenkov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Simenkov is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Johnson still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Johnson has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #SUB#
Johnson is trying to get an arm triangle but Simenkov is defending well. #T2#
Simenkov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Johnson's best efforts.
Simenkov pushes Johnson off looking to stand but Johnson dives back in and keeps control.
Johnson wants to take a breather but Simenkov is having none of it.
Simenkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Johnson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Simenkov sees it coming and defends easily.
Simenkov tries to get to full guard but Johnson has control of the leg.
Simenkov taking some punishment here, with Johnson in his half guard.
Simenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Johnson wants to control but Simenkov is keeping him busy. #T3#
Simenkov lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage.
Simenkov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Johnson.
Simenkov has a hand on Johnson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Johnson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#SUB#
Johnson with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Simenkov wants to hold on but Johnson pushes him away.
Johnson working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Simenkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Simenkov is still trying to improve position.#T4#
Sergei Simenkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Johnson sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Simenkov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Johnson. What's that going to do exactly?
Johnson is landing with some decent strikes but Simenkov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Simenkov is squirming around, avoiding Johnson's attempts to control the action.
Johnson sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
BOOM! Johnson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Simenkov is squirming around, avoiding Johnson's attempts to control the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simenkov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simenkov regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kajan Johnson dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Johnson fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Simenkov moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Simenkov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Johnson can't fight it off and eventually Simenkov manages to take the fight to the floor. Johnson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Johnson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Simenkov dives into side control. #REVR#
Simenkov cracks Johnson with a big elbow.
Johnson tries to control but Simenkov manages to take his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Simenkov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Johnson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
You can see the frustration on Johnson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB2#
Johnson showing good submission defense here. #T1#
Simenkov connects with a big shot to the side of Johnson's head.
Simenkov scores with strikes from the back.
Simenkov trying to control momentarily.
Simenkov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Johnson doesn't escape. #T2#
Simenkov connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Johnson to escape the position.
Simenkov controlling well, preventing Johnson from escaping the position.
Johnson is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Simenkov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Johnson knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Johnson for a finish.
Simenkov scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Simenkov is landing with strikes from the back.
Simenkov lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Johnson. #ROC2#
Johnson is rocked!#SUB2#
Simenkov working for a choke but Johnson reverses nicely into Simenkov 's guard.
Oh Johnson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Simenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson seems to have got his legs back now.
Simenkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Johnson is one step ahead there.
Johnson looking to sit in guard and control but Simenkov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Johnson trying to keep a closed guard but Simenkov is proving a slippery customer.
Johnson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Simenkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Simenkov content to stall in guard here.
Johnson trying to strike off his back. #SUB#
Johnson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Simenkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Simenkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Johnson looking to control.
Simenkov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Simenkov landing some decent shots from guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergei Simenkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Simenkov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergei Simenkov!
After winning the bout, Sergei Simenkov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CEFC 192
Date: Apr 23, 2016

#R1#
Simenkov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Simenkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Simenkov clinches with his opponent.
Rua tries to work over Simenkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Simenkov is working for takedown but Rua is calmly controlling the position for now.
Rua misses with an elbow strike.
Simenkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rua prevents it. #BC2#
Simenkov manages to break the clinch.
Rua lands a lovely overhand right.
Horrible takedown attempt by Simenkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Rua, which made it look bad.
Gabriel Rua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Simenkov.
Simenkov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rua half committed to a counter leg kick.
That kick from Rua tenderised Simenkov's leg. Simenkov is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov closes the distance and clinches up with Rua, looking for a takedown. Simenkov pushes Rua against the cage but Rua circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Simenkov dives in and grabs Rua's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rua pushes down on Simenkov's head and hops out.
A little feinted left hand from Rua on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Simenkov misses with a looping left.
Rua looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rua scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rua feints and then cracks Simenkov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Simenkov down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simenkov.#T1#
Rua connects with an inside leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rua.
Simenkov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rua.
Rua shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL#
Rua has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rua is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Simenkov takes a shot to the head.
Simenkov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rua lands a nice elbow.
Simenkov looking to slow down the pace here.
Rua blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A bit of stalling here from Rua.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simenkov takes an elbow to the temple.
Rua leaning against his opponent. #T2#
Rua is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Simenkov is keeping busy.
Simenkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rua creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simenkov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rua works on Simenkov's body with a couple of short punches.
Rua gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Rua stops a takedown attempt from Simenkov.
Rua avoiding damage.
Simenkov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Rua as Simenkov tries to tie him up.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Rua manages to get underhooks.
Simenkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rua after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Simenkov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Rua regains guard.
Rua preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Rua is adopting a defensive guard.
Rua wants to sweep here but Simenkov controlling him for the moment.
Simenkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Simenkov being controlled here momentarily.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rua is trying to keep Simenkov in close.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Simenkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Simenkov throws a strike but Rua rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Rua throws a big right hand that misses.
Simenkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Simenkov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Simenkov advances to half guard.
Rua is staying active underneath Simenkov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rua manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Simenkov working some strikes from top position.
Simenkov chips away with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Rua dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Rua avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sergei Simenkov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rua throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rua fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD2#
Simenkov dives in and scores a takedown into Rua's guard.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Simenkov content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Rua has locked up a guillotine! Rua's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Simenkov is holding on here and Rua must be using up a lot of energy. Simenkov has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Rua gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gabriel Rua!
Gabriel Rua took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2016

#R1#
Xavier shoots in and drives through. Simenkov sprawls well.#CL2#
Simenkov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Simenkov has hold of one of Xavier's legs. Xavier is fighting the takedown attempt but Simenkov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Xavier utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Xavier working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Simenkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Simenkov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Xavier throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Xavier is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Xavier swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simenkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Xavier is on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Simenkov 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.
Simenkov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Xavier trying to control the position from guard on top but Simenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES2#
Simenkov pushes Xavier off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD2#
Xavier gets caught napping as Simenkov dives in and scores a takedown. Xavier manages to retain guard.
Xavier tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Xavier working a defensive guard here.
Xavier wants to sweep but no luck.
Simenkov scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Xavier preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Simenkov chips away with some ground and pound.
Simenkov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Simenkov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Simenkov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Simenkov looks up at the clock and then as Xavier takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Simenkov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Simenkov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Xavier taking a bit of punishment here - Simenkov scoring with strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xavier gets back to half guard.
Simenkov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Simenkov with good strikes from the mount here!#T3#
Xavier is desperately trying to improve his position but Simenkov has a good base and remains in mount.
Simenkov lands a couple of good shots and Xavier has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Simenkov scores with strikes from the back.
Xavier is really stuck here.
Simenkov scores with strikes from the back. #SUB2#
Simenkov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Xavier is taking damage to the body and head.
Simenkov looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Xavier is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Simenkov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Simenkov is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Xavier. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.#T4##SUB2#
Simenkov is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Xavier tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Xavier tries to reverse the position but Simenkov maintains control.
Simenkov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
BOOM! Simenkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Xavier is looking to get to half guard.
Simenkov is landing with some decent strikes but Xavier is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Simenkov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Xavier looks a forlorn figure.
Xavier tries to reverse the position but Simenkov maintains control.
Simenkov landing strikes from the mount and Xavier is in trouble!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergei Simenkov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Simenkov clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Simenkov has picked Xavier up - he's going for a ride! Simenkov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Nice strikes from Simenkov there.
Simenkov slips a nice elbow through Xavier's hands, connecting with Xavier's forehead.#ROC2#
Xavier is rocked!
Simenkov is pressing down on Xavier's thigh, looking to free his foot. Xavier is holding on for now.
Simenkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Xavier manages to get to full guard.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Xavier swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Xavier looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Simenkov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Simenkov is working Xavier over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simenkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Simenkov cracks Xavier with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Simenkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Xavier has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Simenkov has managed to get both his arms back between Xavier's legs - danger averted.
Simenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sergei Simenkov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Simenkov stays in close to Xavier's body and controls the position.
Xavier 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.
Simenkov looking to pass the guard.
Simenkov chips away with some ground and pound.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Xavier swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Simenkov scoring with some ground and pound.
Simenkov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Simenkov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Simenkov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Simenkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Xavier with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Simenkov lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Simenkov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Xavier has managed to free his arm - good work.
Simenkov lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Xavier is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Simenkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Simenkov's back!#SUB#
Xavier is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Simenkov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Simenkov defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Simenkov wants to escape the position.
Simenkov trying to control the position but Xavier manages to sink in the hooks.
Xavier keeps control of the position as Simenkov tries to break free. #SUB#
Xavier is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Simenkov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Xavier controlling well, preventing Simenkov from escaping the position. #T4##SUB#
Xavier is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Simenkov with him. Simenkov is trying to defend but Xavier has an arm under the chin now! Simenkov grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bittor Xavier!
A victorious Bittor Xavier thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2016

#R1#
Rua throws a nice head kick!
Simenkov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rua.
Gabriel Rua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A clash of legs there as Simenkov blocks the low kick.
Rua throws a head kick that half lands.
Simenkov throws a head kick but Rua moves out of range.
Rua lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Simenkov clinches with his opponent.
Simenkov letting Rua take a breather here.
A short body shot lands from Rua as the two fighters clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Rua throws an elbow but misses.
Simenkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rua is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rua.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Rua manages to get underhooks.
Simenkov is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Simenkov on the inside.
Simenkov looking for a takedown.
Rua content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nice elbow from Rua. #T1#
Simenkov is looking for a takedown.
Rua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Simenkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rua is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Simenkov is looking to break free of the clinch but Rua has double underhooks.
Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rua avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Simenkov being controlled against the cage.
Rua digs a right hand into Simenkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Simenkov's gas tank.
Rua digs a right hand into Simenkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Simenkov's gas tank.
Simenkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Rua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Simenkov has Rua pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Rua manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Come on Rua - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rua.
Simenkov wants a takedown but no success here.
Rua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Simenkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rua is defending well.#T2#
Rua is stalling here.
Rua just leaning against Simenkov, taking a breather.
Rua lands a nice elbow.
Rua lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Rua throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Simenkovs head.
Simenkov wants a takedown.
Rua is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Rua trying to stall but Simenkov improves his position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rua.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rua misses with a punch to the body.
Simenkov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rua pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rua lands a jab to the nose.
Jab by Rua.#CL2#
Rua clinches up with Simenkov and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Rua gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Simenkov.
Rua goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simenkov blocks an elbow strike.
Simenkov working hard to break the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Rua tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Simenkov's elbow.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Rua manages to get underhooks.
Simenkov tries to break free but Rua pushes him back against the cage.
Rua prevents a takedown attempt there.
Simenkov looking for a takedown.
Rua gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Simenkov. #BC#
Simenkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Rua displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simenkov throws out the jab.
Rua with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rua connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rua buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rua lands a nice leg kick that just misses Simenkov's sensitive parts.
Simenkov avoids a kick to the body.
Simenkov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rua connects with a good right hand that stumbles Simenkov. Simenkov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rua stuffs the takedown.
Simenkov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rua.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Simenkov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rua manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Rua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Rua dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rua fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Simenkov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Rua.
Rua connects with a leg kick. Simenkov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
Simenkov forces Rua back against the cage and clinches.
Simenkov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rua after a bit of a struggle.
Gabriel Rua seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rua lands with a short shot to the head.
Simenkov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rua is trying to maintain a safe position but Simenkov gets an underhook and turns Rua into the cage.
Rua misses with a body punch.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rua leaning against his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rua avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simenkov goes for a takedown attempt but Rua pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Simenkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rua swivels and escapes.
Simenkov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Simenkov connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Simenkov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rua's waist but Rua gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Simenkov off to one side.
Nice body kick there by Rua.
Rua scores with a leg kick.
Rua throws a nice looking combination but Simenkov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Simenkov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rua is trying to defend but Simenkov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rua controlling the position well.
Simenkov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Simenkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Simenkov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Rua to regain full guard.
Simenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Rua escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Simenkov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Simenkov wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Rua trying to control the position.
Simenkov being controlled here momentarily.
Rua utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Simenkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Rua manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simenkov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Rua wants to control from the top but Simenkov keeps moving.
Rua is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rua sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Simenkov's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simenkov is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Simenkov is pressing down on Rua's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Simenkov looking to control. #T4#
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Simenkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rua trying to control the position from guard on top but Simenkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simenkov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simenkov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rua manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Rua working for a triangle but Simenkov defends it easily. #SUB2#
Simenkov throws a sloppy strike and Rua has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Simenkov is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Rua!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gabriel Rua!
A pretty intense looking Gabriel Rua took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: CEFC 191
Date: Mar 25, 2016

#R1#
Hermansson tries to clinch but Simenkov moves out of range.
Simenkov appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Simenkov against the cage. #BC#
Simenkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Simenkov shoots in and gets a takedown into Hermansson's guard.
Hermansson keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Simenkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Simenkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Simenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Simenkov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simenkov works over Hermansson with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Simenkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hermansson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simenkov.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hermansson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Simenkov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Simenkov wants to control from the top but Hermansson keeps moving.
Simenkov throws an elbow that misses. Hermansson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Simenkov's guard. Nice move by Hermansson!#REVB#
Simenkov wants to improve his position but instead Hermansson has moved into half guard.
Simenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Hermansson is thwarting Simenkov's attempts to control the position.
Simenkov is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Simenkov wants to get back to his feet.
Simenkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hermansson passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Simenkov is trying to stand back up but Hermansson is controlling him
Hermansson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Simenkov controls his leg. #SUB#
Simenkov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Simenkov tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Hermansson manages to move to mount!
Simenkov is trying to stand up.
Simenkov reaches up to try and control the position but Hermansson seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Simenkov rolls and tries to escape and now Hermansson has his back!
Simenkov can't escape the position.
Hermansson gets his hands free as Simenkov looks to control.
Hermansson is trying to stick to Simenkov's back but Simenkov is turning into Hermansson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hermansson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Simenkov.
Simenkov prevents Hermansson from getting back to his feet.
Simenkov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hermansson keeping full guard, as Simenkov tries to pass. #T4#
Hermansson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Simenkov throwing strikes but missing.
Simenkov throws a strike but Hermansson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Simenkov trying to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Simenkov's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jan Olov Hermansson will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Hermansson forces Simenkov back against the cage and clinches.
Simenkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hermansson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Simenkov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Simenkov passes into half guard. #REVB#
Simenkov throws a strike but Hermansson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Simenkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Simenkov forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov throwing shots but Hermansson is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simenkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hermansson regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Simenkov. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Simenkov postures up in Hermansson's guard and throws a big left but Hermansson blocks it. #SUB#
Simenkov has gone for a leg lock! Hermansson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Simenkov's guard.#REVB#
Simenkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hermansson is one step ahead there. #T2#
Hermansson wants to stand but Simenkov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Simenkov striking off his back but it's not causing Hermansson any problems. #SUB#
Simenkov looking for subs off his back but Hermansson has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Simenkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hermansson pulls his head out easily.
Hermansson prevents Simenkov from improving his position.#T3##SU2#
Hermansson decides to stand up. #CL#
Simenkov takes the fight into the clinch.
Simenkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hermansson is defending well.#BC#
Simenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Hermansson forces Simenkov back against the cage and clinches.
Hermansson is pressed up against the cage. Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hermansson down to the mat. Hermansson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Simenkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Hermansson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T4#
Simenkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Hermansson has wrist control.
Hermansson has momentary wrist control but Simenkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Simenkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Simenkov throwing strikes but missing.
Simenkov throws an elbow that misses. Hermansson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Simenkov's guard. Nice move by Hermansson!#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Simenkov working for submissions but it's allowed Hermansson to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simenkov is trying to stand back up but Hermansson is controlling him
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jan Olov Hermansson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Hermansson is looking to clinch.
Hermansson stuffs the takedown attempt from Simenkov. Simenkov gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Hermansson forces Simenkov back against the cage and clinches.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but Simenkov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Simenkov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Simenkov has picked Hermansson up - he's going for a ride! Simenkov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Hermansson is trying to stand.
Simenkov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hermansson to regain full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simenkov.
Simenkov won't allow Hermansson to get back to his feet.
Simenkov looking to sit in guard and control but Hermansson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Simenkov trying to control the position. #T1##SUB#
Simenkov working for submissions but it's allowed Hermansson to get to half guard.
Hermansson tries to stand and escape but Simenkov is controlling the position.
Hermansson prevents Simenkov from improving his position.
Hermansson wants to stand up but Simenkov has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Simenkov is looking for a sweep. Hermansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jan Olov Hermansson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hermansson wants to stand up but Simenkov has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Simenkov wants to control but Hermansson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet.
Simenkov wants to control but Hermansson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Simenkov tries to get to full guard but Hermansson has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Hermansson instigates a clinch.
Simenkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hermansson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T3##BC#
Simenkov breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Hermansson manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simenkov trying to control the position but instead, Hermansson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Simenkov into the cage.
Simenkov can't get the takedown.
Simenkov prevents the takedown attempt. #T4#
Simenkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hermansson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Simenkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hermansson swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hermansson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Simenkov. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches up with Simenkov and pushes him back against the cage.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Hermansson manages to get underhooks.
Sergei Simenkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Simenkov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hermansson stops a takedown attempt from Simenkov.
Simenkov digs a right hand underneath Hermansson's ribcage. Hermansson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Hermansson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Simenkov wants to get back to his feet but Hermansson passes into half guard. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simenkov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jan Olov Hermansson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hermansson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Olov Hermansson!
Our winner, Jan Olov Hermansson, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

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