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Event:
CPFC 5 - Puzo vs Scott
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Cooke throws a low kick but it's checked well by Morozov.
A lazy body kick from Morozov
and Cooke counters with a stiff right hand.
Morozov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Cooke misses with a head kick.
A nice side step and Morozov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cooke connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Cooke looks to land a body kick but Morozov moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooke throws a leg kick but Morozov checks it.
Cooke attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Cooke with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Cooke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Morozov.
Morozov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Cooke throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Cooke pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cooke throws a leg kick
and Morozov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Morozov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Cooke connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Morozov scrambles back to his feet.
Morozov slips under a jab from Cooke.#TD2#
Morozov looking to score a takedown here. Cooke is defending well but Morozov drives through and ends up in Cooke's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Morozov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Cooke utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cooke is trying to keep Morozov in close.
#T2#
Morozov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cooke swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morozov trying to control the position from guard on top but Cooke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morozov won't allow Cooke to sweep him here.
Morozov trying to control the position from guard on top but Cooke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morozov chips away with some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Cooke looking for a guillotine here but Morozov defends easily.
Morozov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Morozov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Cooke is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Morozov trying to control the position from guard on top but Cooke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cooke is controlling Morozov's posture.
Morozov trying to control but Cooke is working from the bottom.
Cooke is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Morozov is controlling him.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Cooke looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Cooke pulls Morozov in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Morozov slips a jab from Cooke.
Cooke throws a body kick that misses.
Cooke looks to score with a jab to the body but Morozov is just out of range.
Morozov feints the counter takedown.#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.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cooke.
Cooke throws a lazy right hand but Morozov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Morozov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cooke pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Morozov tries to counter it with a takedown but Cooke pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cooke throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morozov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Cooke throws a sloppy head kick and Morozov moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Morozov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cooke lands with a good body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cooke lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cooke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Morozov moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Matt Cooke dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Cooke misses with an attempted mid kick.
Morozov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cooke throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Morozov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Cooke lands a leg kick that knocks Morozov off balance momentarily.
Morozov takes one to the chin there.
Cooke tries to close the distance and clinch but Morozov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Cooke closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov takes a shot to the head.
Cooke misses with a punch to the body.
Cooke swings wildly with an uppercut but Morozov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooke working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Morozov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1#
Cooke misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cooke.
Cooke scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Cooke escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A nice leg kick lands there from Cooke.
Cooke looks to land a body kick but Morozov moved away.
Cooke goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Cooke plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Morozov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Morozov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cooke.
Morozov throws a counter combo.
Morozov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cooke.#T2#
An inside leg kick from Cooke misses.
Cooke throws a head kick that half lands.
Cooke connects with a good right hand that stumbles Morozov. Morozov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morozov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Cooke cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cooke throws a low kick but it's checked well by Morozov.
Morozov avoids a kick to the body.
Cooke rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Morozov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3#
Morozov throws a hook but Cooke avoids it easily.
Cooke jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Cooke ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cooke throws a head kick but Morozov moves out of range.
Morozov throws out a counter right but Cooke avoids it with no problem.
Morozov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A jab from Morozov misses.
Morozov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromCooke.
Cooke tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Morozov tries a quick counter leg kick but Cooke is wise to it.
Matt Cooke is winning the standup battle so far.
Good leg kick by Cooke.
Cooke throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Morozov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T4#
Morozov tries a head kick but it misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Cooke misses its target.
Morozov tries for a takedown but Cooke sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cooke dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cooke jabs Morozov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cooke fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Morozov checks it well.
Matt Cooke is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cooke lands a nice hook to Morozov's body. Morozov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cooke throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Cooke lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Matt Cooke dominated that second round.
That's time! Cooke's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Cooke fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Morozov fails with the takedown
and Cooke counters with a right hand to the body.
Matt Cooke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Cooke.
Cooke shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Morozov eats them both and turns towards Cooke to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Cooke with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle, before Cooke throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Morozov's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Cooke lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Matt Cooke!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Matt Cooke made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Morozov ducks under a wild hook from Kruger .#TD2#
Morozov shoots in and gets a takedown into Kruger 's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov won't allow Kruger to get back to his feet.
Kruger keeping full guard, as Morozov tries to pass.
Kruger is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Morozov is controlling him.
Morozov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Morozov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruger is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Morozov is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Kruger looks calm but he's in trouble here. Morozov gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Kruger is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Morozov lets go of the hold and Kruger can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Morozov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cain swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Morozov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cain. Cain circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Cain shoots in looking for a takedown. Morozov tries to sprawl out of it but Cain keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Morozov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A little jabbing left from Morozov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cain throws a head kick that misses
and Morozov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cain looks to land a left hand but Morozov moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Morozov misses the shot to the body.
Morozov misses with a kick to the body.
Cain lands a brutal head kick. Morozov looks out on his feet and Cain throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). David Cain!
David Cain very nearly forgot to thank Helsinki Xtreme Fightwear amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
In defeat, Fedor Morozov stepped up to the mic, saying 'i want rematch'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Colucci vs Winston
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pinochet misses with a takedown attempt
and Morozov counters with a left and a right that stings Pinochet.
Pinochet misses with a takedown attempt
and Morozov counters with a three punch combo that has Pinochet backing up. Pinochet nods at Morozov to acknowledge the strikes.#TD#
Morozov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Pinochet manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Pinochet wants to sweep here but Morozov controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov trying to control but Pinochet is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pinochet wants to sweep but no luck.
Morozov lands a couple of elbows.
Morozov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Pinochet keeping moving, preventing Morozov from controlling successfully.
Pinochet looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morozov postures up and lands a big shot to Pinochet's brow. #SUB2#
Pinochet escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Morozov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Morozov scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1##SUB2#
Pinochet looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Morozov has picked Pinochet up and slammed him! Pinochet can't keep hold of the triangle and Morozov manages to pass to side control!
Morozov 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.#SUB#
Morozov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pinochet knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pinochet sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Pinochet wants to get back to full guard.
Morozov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Morozov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Pinochet!
Pinochet working to try and regain half guard.
Morozov wants to control the pace but Pinochet is squirming around nicely.
Pinochet slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Morozov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pinochet defends it well. #SUB#
Morozov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pinochet defends it well.
Pinochet taking some punishment here, with Morozov in his half guard. #T2#
Pinochet tries to roll over but Morozov keeps him under control.
Pinochet is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Morozov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Morozov's back!#SUB2#
Morozov defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morozov tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Pinochet is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Morozov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Morozov wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Morozov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Morozov showing good submission defense here.
Morozov rolls, trying to escape but Pinochet keeps control of the position.
#T3#
A lull in the action here.
Pinochet controlling well, preventing Morozov from escaping the position.
Morozov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Pinochet's guard. Nice work there by Morozov.
Morozov trying to control the position from guard on top but Pinochet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pinochet is trying to control the position but Morozov postures up.
Morozov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pinochet is keeping the position for now.
Pinochet tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morozov works over Pinochet with some ground and pound from guard.
Morozov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Morozov looking to pass the guard.
Morozov advances to half guard.
Morozov is looking to advance position but Pinochet won't allow it. #SUB2#
Pinochet actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Pinochet manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Pinochet is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Morozov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Morozov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Morozov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Morozov chips away with some ground and pound.
Pinochet is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Pinochet is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Pinochet is looking for a kimura here.
Well, if Pinochet is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Morozov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pinochet.
As Pinochet looks to move away, Morozov throws a big counter combo but Pinochet just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Pinochet closes the distance and clinches.
Morozov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pinochet can do to turn this around?
Pinochet is trying to pull guard but Morozov has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pinochet tries to clinch but Morozov is having none of it.
Pinochet just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMorozov.
Pinochet with a poor takedown
and Morozov counters with a stiff right hand.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Augusto Pinochet.
Pinochet fails with the takedown
and Morozov counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov scores with a push kick.#TD#
Morozov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Morozov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pinochet doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Morozov. #T1##SUB#
Morozov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pinochet has managed to free his arm - good work.
Morozov scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Morozov is looking for a kimura but Pinochet is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Morozov to get the leverage. #SUB#
Morozov seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Pinochet is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov 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. |
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Event:
SMASH: Oxlade vs Smith
Date: Sep 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Morgan gets a takedown into half guard.
Morozov manages to get to full guard.
Morgan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Morozov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Morozov is looking for a triangle but Morgan pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Morgan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Morgan with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan is working Morozov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Morozov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Morgan with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Morgan throws a big elbow that misses.
Morgan with a flurry of punches that miss.
Morgan postures up and lands a big shot to Morozov's brow.
Morgan cracks Morozov with a solid left hand.
Morgan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Morgan preventing the sweep.
Morgan postures up and lands a big shot to Morozov's brow.
Morgan is working Morozov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ROC2#Morozov is rocked!
Morgan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Morozov's head.
Oh Morozov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Morgan advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morgan's best efforts.
Morozov is trying to maintain the position but Morgan is very close to passing his half guard.
Morozov seems to have got his legs back now.
Morgan working Morozov over with strikes. #SUB#
Morozov looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Morozov wants to improve his position but Morgan is controlling well.
Morozov wants to control but Morgan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Morozov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Morozov's coaches at Cozad MMA Tokyo have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB#
Morozov looking for submissions off his back.
Morozov is trying to get back to full guard.
Morgan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Morgan lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
Morgan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Morozov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Morgan thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Morozov trying to control from the bottom.
Morozov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Morozov trying to hold on to Morgan's head to control him but Morgan postures up.
#SUB#
Morozov actively working from the bottom here.
Morgan winds up and cracks Morozov with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SU2#
Morgan stands up from half guard.
Morgan lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Morgan tries to clinch but Morozov moves out of range. #CL2#
Morgan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Morozov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Morozov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Morgan just stands there and leans against the cage.
Morgan lands a body shot.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Morgan will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Morozov up against the cage.
Morozov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Morgan lands a hook to the side of the head.
Morozov working hard to break the clinch.
Morgan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Morozov smiles and moves away.
Morgan misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Morgan tries to close the distance and clinch but Morozov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Morgan moves to clinch but Morozov breaks away
and Morozov counters with a nice leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dexter Morgan dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Morgan moves into the clinch.
Morgan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Morozov wants to get back to striking at distance but Morgan won't allow it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Morgan.
Morgan tries to pull guard but Morozov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Morozov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Morgan just stands there and leans against the cage.
Morozov trying to land knees to the body.
Morgan misses with a punch on the inside.
Morgan leaning against his opponent.
The referee is keeping an eye on Morozov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#BC2#
Morgan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Morgan has knocked Morozov down with a huge combo! Morgan steps away and waves a wobbly Morozov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#It looks like Fedor Morozov has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morgan misses with a looping left.
Morgan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Morgan goes for a double leg but Morozov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Morozov continues to drive forward.
Morozov takes a swing at Morgan's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Morgan tries to clinch but Morozov is having none of it. #KD2#
Morgan drops Morozov with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Morozov looks back up at him and smiles so Morgan waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Morgan cracks Morozov on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Morozov falls backwards against the cage. Morgan follows up with more strikes that drop Morozov to his knees. Morgan keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Morozov! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dexter Morgan!
Dexter Morgan 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.
In defeat, Fedor Morozov stepped up to the mic, saying 'i want rematch'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Dilbrandt vs McQuirre
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Puro looks to throw the jab but Morozov is out of range.
Puro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Puro looks to land a right hand but Morozov moved out of range.
Puro just misses with a punch to the body.
Morozov takes one on the button.
Nice uppercut there from Puro.#CUT#It looks like Fedor Morozov has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Puro gets a clinch.
Morozov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Puro misses with a hook from the clinch.
Morozov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T1#
Puro misses with a body punch.
A short right from Puro. #BC2#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Morozov throws a hook but Puro avoids it easily.#TD2#
Morozov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Puro sprawls well initially but Morozov persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Puro is defending against the submission attempts here by Morozov.
#SUB2#
Morozov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Puro is just riding it out for now. Morozov eventually gives up the hold.
Morozov prevents Puro from improving his position.#T2#
Puro is trying to maintain the position but Morozov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura here.
Morozov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Puro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Morozov is working for a submission of some sort.
Morozov is trying to control. Puro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Puro is trying to stand back up but Morozov is controlling him
#T3##SUB2#
Morozov wants to work for an arm triangle but Puro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Puro wants to improve his position but Morozov is controlling well.
Morozov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Puro is refusing to be controlled, as Morozov sits in half guard.
Morozov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Puro's head.
Puro won't allow Morozov to pass to mount.
Morozov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Puro trying to control from the bottom.
Morozov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Puro with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Morozov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Puro is looking to control Morozov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Puro avoid being mounted?#T4##SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Morozov is working for a kimura but Puro is defending it quite comfortably.
Puro controlling the position for now.
Puro tries to get to full guard but Morozov has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Puro is pressing down on Morozov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
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 Murska Puro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Fedor Morozov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Puro swings for the body but Morozov moves out of range.
Morozov avoids a kick to the body.
Puro lands a really nice looking cross but Morozov seems unphased.
Puro falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Morozov to counter with a crisp jab.
Puro connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Puro.
Morozov avoids the head kick by Puro.
#T1#
Puro lands with a thumping leg kick.
Puro misses with a hook. Morozov ducked under it nicely.
Murska Puro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Puro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Morozov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Puro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL#
Morozov tries to keep at a distance but Puro has taken the fight into the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Puro lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Puro scores with a nice short uppercut.
Morozov blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Puro. #T2#
Morozov blocks an uppercut.
Morozov jumps guard but Puro stands there with Morozov around his waist. Morozov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Morozov is trying to pull guard but Puro has him pressed against the cage.
Puro doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Puro leaning against his opponent.
Morozov tries to break the clinch but Puro is controlling the position.
Puro can't find room to land a body shot as Morozov controls the action.
Puro blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Morozov blocks a body shot from Puro.
Puro lands a hook that snaps the head of Morozov backwards.
Puro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morozov can do to turn this around?
Puro lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morozov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Puro has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Morozov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Murska Puro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Morozov.#BC2#
Morozov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#KD#
Puro drops Morozov with a beautiful combination! Morozov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Puro is looking for the KO!#ROC#Morozov is rocked!
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3#
Puro throws a nice looking combination but Morozov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Morozov is still on wobbly legs! Can Puro finish him?#CL#
Puro clinches.
Morozov seems to have recovered his senses.
Puro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Puro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Puro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Puro lands a body shot in the clinch.
Morozov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Puro has a couple of punches blocked by Morozov.
Morozov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Murska Puro has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Morozov jumps guard but Puro turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Puro pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Morozov.
Morozov circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Morozov counter with a right hand. #T4#
Puro jabs at Morozov's body.
Puro bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Morozov is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Puro clinches.
Puro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Puro struggles to land a body shot inside as Morozov controls his hands.
Puro throws a head punch that misses.
Puro scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Murska Puro dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Fedor Morozov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Morozov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Puro.
Morozov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Morozov avoids the head kick by Puro.
Morozov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Puro has closed the distance and engaged Morozov in a clinch.
Puro stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Morozov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Puro cracks Morozov with a nice body shot.#TD2#
Morozov jumps guard and drags Puro to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Morozov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Puro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Puro trying to stand up but can't free himself from Morozov's guard.
Morozov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Puro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a triangle but Puro pushes his legs off easily.
Morozov keeping moving, preventing Puro from controlling successfully.
Fedor Morozov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Morozov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Morozov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Puro is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for a guillotine here but Puro defends easily.
Morozov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for subs off his back but Puro has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Morozov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Puro is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions off his back.
Morozov wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Puro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morozov keeps working. #SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions off his back.
Puro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Puro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Morozov defends it well. #SUB2#
Morozov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Puro pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Morozov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Puro pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Morozov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Puro is working for a submission of some sort.
Morozov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Puro pulls his head out easily.
Morozov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Puro jumps into side control!
Puro staying calm.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morozov is trying to control Puro's posture but Puro avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Murska Puro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Puro, 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murska Puro!
A victorious Murska Puro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Niska vs Kraag
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boyka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Morozov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Boyka circles away.
Boyka throws a jab but it's blocked by Morozov.
A head kick misses from Boyka.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Boyka!
Boyka connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Boyka tries to bum rush Morozov with a series of wild strikes but Morozov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Boyka throws a hook to the side of Morozov's head but Morozov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like Morozov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boyka scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Boyka wants to land a leg kick but Morozov is out of range.
Morozov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boyka defends it well.
Boyka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Morozov was well out of range. Poor timing from Boyka.
Boyka lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Morozov circles away quickly and effectively.
Boyka feints a jab promting Morozov to slip. Boyka then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Morozov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T1#
Boyka will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Boyka looks to score with a jab to the body but Morozov is just out of range.
Morozov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Boyka rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Morozov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Boyka avoids a punch combination nicely.
Boyka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boyka misses the jab.
Boyka lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Boyka closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Morozov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boyka sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Boyka tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Boyka throws a combination that misses
and Morozov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boyka takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boyka works Morozov's body with a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boyka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big right from Morozov misses.
A swing and a miss from Boyka.
Boyka lands a nice shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Boyka misses the target.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD2#
Boyka tries to sprawl but Morozov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Morozov prevents Boyka from standing back up.
Morozov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Morozov is pressing down on Boyka's thigh, looking to free his foot. Boyka is holding on for now. #T3#
Morozov controlling the action here.
Boyka is trying to stand.
Morozov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Morozov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Boyka with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Boyka is looking to escape.
Morozov wants to control but Boyka is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Boyka defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boyka looks like he's trying to stand up.
Morozov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Boyka looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T4#
Boyka scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Morozov manages to mount him!
Morozov landing strikes from the mount and Boyka is in trouble!
Morozov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#SUB2#
Morozov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Morozov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Morozov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Boyka can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
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!#SUB2#
Morozov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Morozov looking for a guillotine from mount but Boyka is having none of it.
Boyka in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #SUB2#
Morozov looking for a guillotine from mount but Boyka is having none of it.
Boyka trying desperately to get to his feet.
#SUB2#
Morozov looking for a guillotine from mount but Boyka is having none of it.
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 Yuri Boyka will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Boyka throws a head kick that Morozov semi-blocks.
Boyka shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A big right from Boyka misses.
Boyka misses with a straight right.
Morozov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boyka.
Morozov dodges the punch combination from Boyka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boyka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Boyka throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Morozov avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1#
Morozov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Boyka scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Morozov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Morozov slips a jab from Boyka.
Boyka rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Morozov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boyka misses with a series of wild punches.
Boyka misses with a body shot.
Boyka throws a jab when Morozov was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Morozov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Boyka misses with a looping left.
Boyka catches Morozov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Boyka misses with a straight right.
Boyka tries a head kick but it misses.
Boyka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morozov takes one on the button.
Boyka looks to score with a jab to the body but Morozov is just out of range.
Boyka rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Morozov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boyka cracks Morozov with a good jab.
Morozov checks a leg kick.
Morozov with the counter takedown but Boyka avoids it easily.
Boyka swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Morozov to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Boyka goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Boyka throws a shot from downtown. Morozov moves away and avoids it.
Yuri Boyka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Morozov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Boyka quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Morozov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Boyka has managed to free his arm - good work.
Morozov working over Boyka with some ground and pound. Boyka looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Boyka keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boyka keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boyka is trying to stand up here but Morozov is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Morozov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Boyka doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Morozov.
Boyka wants to get back to his feet.
#T4#
Morozov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boyka keeps working.
Morozov 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.
Boyka tries to kick Morozov off but Morozov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Morozov seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Morozov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Morozov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Boyka could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Morozov has cracked it and Boyka is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Morozov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fedor Morozov!
A very excited looking Fedor Morozov 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. |
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Event:
PF23 Tiotio v Nti
Date: Jun 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A jab from Treadwell misses.
Morozov throws out a counter right but Treadwell avoids it with no problem.
Morozov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Morozov checks a leg kick.
As Treadwell backs off Morozov throws a huge counter combo but Treadwell manages to avoid it all.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Treadwell lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Morozov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Morozov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Morozov looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Morozov slips under a jab.
Morozov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Treadwell misses with a double jab
and Morozov counters with a nice uppercut.
Morozov scores with a shot to the body.
Treadwell misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov leaves Treadwell with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Morozov counters with a body kick.
Morozov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Treadwell is looking to slow Morozov down with leg kicks.
Morozov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T1#
Treadwell throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Morozov to counter with a crisp jab.
De Forest Treadwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Treadwell clinches up against the cage.
Morozov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Morozov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Treadwell scores with a shot to the side of Morozov's head. #BC#
Treadwell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Treadwell looks to land a right hand but Morozov moved out of range.
Morozov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Treadwell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Morozov unleashes a big counter combination but Treadwell bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Treadwell throws a hook but Morozov avoids it easily.
Treadwell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Morozov pinned against the cage. Morozov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Morozov digs a good hook to Treadwell's body.
#T2#
Treadwell fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Morozov checks it well.
Morozov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Treadwell scores with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Fedor Morozov has been cut.
Morozov misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Treadwell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Treadwell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Morozov avoids the body shot from Treadwell.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Treadwell fakes the body blow, causing Morozov to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Morozov goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). De Forest Treadwell!
In his post fight interview, De Forest Treadwell started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'. |
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Event:
PF16 Savitaipale v Sackett
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Morozov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Morozov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Smith. Smith obviously looking to wear him down.
Smith throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Morozov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Morozov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Mike Smith has been cut.
Mike Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith scores with a jab. Morozov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Smith darts in and clinches Morozov up against the cage.#TD#
Morozov has clasped his hands together around Smith's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Morozov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Smith is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SUB#
Morozov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Smith is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1#
Smith is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Morozov working away.
Morozov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Smith some visible discomfort.
#SUB#
Morozov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Smith is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Morozov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Smith is avoiding damage well.
Morozov is trying to ground and pound but Smith uses the momentary lack of control by Morozov to regain half guard. #SUB#
Morozov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smith doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Morozov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Morozov looks to land a strike but Smith avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Smith has momentary wrist control but Morozov slips an elbow through the middle.
Morozov throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Morozov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Smith dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Smith pushes down on Morozov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Smith prevents Morozov from improving his position.#SUB#
Smith moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Morozov.
Morozov 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.
Morozov is looking to regain half guard here but Smith keeps moving and retains side control.
Smith working away.
Morozov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Smith off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Morozov working for a choke but Smith is defending well. #T4#
Smith breaks Morozov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Smith throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Morozov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Morozov keeping full guard, as Smith tries to pass.
Smith controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Morozov has his foot on Smith's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smith works his way back into a safe position though.
Smith tries to stand but Morozov is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Morozov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
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 Fedor Morozov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mike Smith's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Morozov tries for a takedown but Smith sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Smith raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Smith throws a head kick that misses.
Morozov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smith throws the left hand but Morozov avoids the punch easily.
Smith misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith keeps Morozov at a distance using the push kick.
Smith throws a lazy head kick
and Morozov counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Smith lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Morozov avoids the head kick by Smith.
Morozov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Smith connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mike Smith seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smith lands a right hook to the body.
Smith tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Morozov throws a big counter combination but Smith scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Smith throws a lazy head kick
enabling Morozov to counter with a crisp jab.
Smith throws a poor cross that misses
and Morozov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Morozov dives in and grabs Smith's left leg, looking for a takedown. Smith pushes down on Morozov's head and hops out.
Smith with the counter takedown but Morozov avoids it easily.#T2#
Smith smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mike Smith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Morozov connects with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Morozov. That did some damage!
Smith scores with a nice head shot.
Smith tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smith connects with an inside leg kick.
Morozov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smith throws out the jab.
Smith throws a nice head kick!
Morozov throws a jab when Smith was well out of range.#T3#
Morozov moves away from the strike by Smith. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Morozov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Morozov throws the kick towards the body but Smith avoids it.
Smith misses with a straight left.
Sloppy strikes from Morozov. Those never looked like landing.
Smith looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Morozov needs to keep his hands up - Smith had a free shot at his head there.
Smith lands a slapping body shot.
#T4#
Smith will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Smith swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Smith takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Smith lands with a kick to the temple. Morozov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Smith tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Morozov was well out of range. Poor timing from Smith.
Morozov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Morozov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Smith can pounce on him.
Smith throws a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith misses with an uppercut
and Morozov counters with a body kick.
Smith pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Smith throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Smith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mike Smith's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Smith misses with a left hand
and Morozov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Morozov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice defenses there by Morozov.
Smith lands a head kick!
Morozov slips a straight right by Smith.
Smith throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith tries a head kick but it misses.
Smith misses with a head kick.
Morozov moves away from the strike by Smith. #T1#
Smith scores with a head kick. Morozov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Smith throws a predictable looking body shot
and Morozov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Morozov is looking to slow Smith down with leg kicks.
Smith misses with a jab to the body
and Morozov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smith throws a sloppy head kick
and Morozov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Smith takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smith throws a combination that misses
and Morozov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smith throws a head kick that misses
and Morozov counters with a good low kick that Smith was not able to check.
Morozov drops his hands momentarily and Smith takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Smith throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Morozov counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
A head kick by Smith misses
and Morozov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Smith is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Morozov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smith swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smith misses with the head strike.
Morozov stalling in the clinch.
Morozov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Smith.
Morozov is working for takedown but Smith is calmly controlling the position for now.
Morozov has Smith pressed against the cage, preventing Smith from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Smith gets underhooks to prevent Morozov's takedown attempt.
#BC2#
Smith's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A low kick from Smith is predictable there
and Morozov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smith is still on wobbly legs! Can Morozov finish him?
Smith misses with a left hand
and Morozov counters with a good low kick that Smith was not able to check.
Smith rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Morozov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL#
Morozov rushes Smith and presses him up against the cage.#T3##TD#
Morozov jumps guard.
#SUB#
Morozov pushes a forearm under Smith's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Smith is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
PF2 Nti v Nikil Jr
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1#
A big right from Van Wijnbergen misses.
Morozov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Morozov connects with a nice looking jab.
Morozov slips a jab from Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen misses with an uppercut
and Morozov counters with a straight right hand.
Van Wijnbergen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Morozov clinches up with Van Wijnbergen and pushes him back against the cage.
Morozov is trying to pull guard but Van Wijnbergen has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Morozov can't get the takedown.
Morozov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Morozov jumps guard but Van Wijnbergen stands there with Morozov around his waist. Morozov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Morozov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Morozov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A right hand to the body from Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Morozov tries a body shot but Van Wijnbergen blocks it.
#BC2#
Van Wijnbergen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joels Van Wijnbergen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Van Wijnbergen lands a slapping body shot.
A leg kick checked by Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen throws a wild body kick that Morozov sees coming a mile off.
Morozov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Van Wijnbergen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Morozov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Van Wijnbergen sprawls and moves away.
Morozov slips a jab and a cross from Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen tries to land a body kick
and Morozov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Van Wijnbergen lands a really nice looking cross but Morozov seems unphased.
#T2#
Morozov moves out of range as Van Wijnbergen throws a body kick.
Morozov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Van Wijnbergen thuds a left hand into Morozov's body.
Morozov scores with a sloppy right hand. Van Wijnbergen should have avoided that one.
Joels Van Wijnbergen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Wijnbergen throws a right and a left that Morozov avoids nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Wijnbergen lands a nice shot that snaps Morozov's head back.
Left hook, right uppercut from Morozov.
Van Wijnbergen throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Wijnbergen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Morozov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Van Wijnbergen throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Morozov counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Morozov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Morozov is working Van Wijnbergen over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB#
Morozov swings around for an armbar but Van Wijnbergen sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Morozov's guard.
Morozov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Morozov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Van Wijnbergen defends it easily.#SUB#
Morozov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Wijnbergen is aware though and is defending well.
Van Wijnbergen looking to pass the guard.
Morozov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Morozov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Wijnbergen defends well.#T4##SUB#
Van Wijnbergen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Morozov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Van Wijnbergen stacks Morozov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Van Wijnbergen!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Van Wijnbergen content to control rather than advance.
Let's hope that Van Wijnbergen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joels Van Wijnbergen dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Van Wijnbergen throws a hook to the side of Morozov's head but Morozov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A low kick from Van Wijnbergen misses
and Morozov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Van Wijnbergen throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Morozov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Morozov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Morozov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Morozov is looking to land body kicks.
Morozov misses with a wild body shot.
Van Wijnbergen throws a hook but Morozov avoids it easily.
Joels Van Wijnbergen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Wijnbergen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Wijnbergen throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The fighters circling - Van Wijnbergen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Morozov tried to counter with a leg kick but Van Wijnbergen avoided it.#T1#
Van Wijnbergen lands a body shot.
Van Wijnbergen takes a swing at Morozov's ribcage but misses.
Morozov throwing a counter right hand but Van Wijnbergen manages to avoid it.
Van Wijnbergen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Morozov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jab by Van Wijnbergen.
Van Wijnbergen cracks Morozov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Morozov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Van Wijnbergen.
Morozov moves out of range as Van Wijnbergen throws a body kick.
Van Wijnbergen misses with a kick to the body
and Morozov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Van Wijnbergen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Morozov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
Morozov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Van Wijnbergen misses with an uppercut
and Morozov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Wijnbergen swings widly with a right hand
and Morozov counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Wijnbergen lands a slapping body shot.
Morozov wants to clinch up but Van Wijnbergen keeps it at a distance.
Van Wijnbergen stuns Morozov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Van Wijnbergen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Morozov momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Morozov.
Van Wijnbergen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Van Wijnbergen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Van Wijnbergen throws a nice looking combination but Morozov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Van Wijnbergen swings away with a body shot that misses
and Morozov counters with a series of strikes. Van Wijnbergen will be more careful next time no doubt.
Morozov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Van Wijnbergen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Van Wijnbergen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC2#
Morozov is rocked!
Van Wijnbergen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Morozov.
Oh Morozov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Wijnbergen cracks Morozov with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Morozov tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Van Wijnbergen pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Morozov is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joels Van Wijnbergen!
During a confident post fight interview, Joels Van Wijnbergen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Fedor Morozov was interviewed post fight and said 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Morozov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Tallus wants to get back to his feet but Morozov drags him back down.
Morozov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tallus keeps working.
Tallus tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Morozov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Morozov has an Americana. Tallus didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Morozov is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Morozov hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Fedor Morozov!
During a confident post fight interview, Fedor Morozov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Kenny misses with a straight left.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kenny!
Kenny seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kenny just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Kenny misses.
A big left from Kenny misses.
Kenny misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Morozov counters with a single leg into guard. Kenny didn't expect that.
Kenny avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Morozov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Morozov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Morozov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Morozov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Morozov is pushing down on Kenny's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kenny is fighting to maintain full guard but Morozov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Morozov working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Morozov in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Kenny tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Morozov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fedor Morozov!
A victorious Fedor Morozov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Denzil J Kenny had this to say: 'I wanna apologize to coach, my daddy, my brothers, Denzil, Denzil Jr, Denzil the third, and most importantly, my dog Pinky. I'm gonna drink the pain away, see y'all later at the bar.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Tallus fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And Morozov tries to counter it with a takedown but Tallus pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tallus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tallus tries for a takedown but Morozov circles away easily
and Morozov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Otto Tallus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Morozov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov working the ground and pound.
Morozov cracks Tallus with a big right hand but Tallus just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#SUB2#
Morozov has hold of Tallus's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Tallus seems comfortable defending it but Morozov has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Tallus is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Tallus is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Morozov couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fedor Morozov!
Our winner, Fedor Morozov, 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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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Tallus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Morozov defends well and Tallus ends up having to push Morozov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Morozov with the counter takedown but Tallus avoids it easily.
Morozov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tallus swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tallus tries to counter with a takedown but Morozov is quick to defend against it.
Tallus shoots in looking for a takedown but Morozov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tallus's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tallus darts in looking for a takedown but Morozov gets double underhooks and turns Tallus into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Otto Tallus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tallus fails with the takedown.
Tallus misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Morozov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Morozov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tallus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morozov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Morozov is looking to work some ground and pound but Tallus has wrist control.
Morozov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Morozov is looking to work some ground and pound but Tallus has wrist control.#T1#
Morozov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tallus swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Tallus working for submissions but it's allowed Morozov to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura but Tallus is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Morozov to get the leverage.
Morozov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tallus!
Tallus tries to hold on but Morozov postures up.
Morozov working Tallus over with strikes here.
Tallus tries to hold on but Morozov postures up.
Morozov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Tallus looks a forlorn figure.
#CUT2#
It looks like Otto Tallus has been cut.
Morozov manages to capitalize on a mistake by Tallus to take his back!
Tallus's coaches at Mahogany Temple have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T2##SUB2#
Morozov working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Tallus is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Morozov has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Tallus taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fedor Morozov!
After winning the bout, Fedor Morozov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Dock forces Morozov back against the cage and clinches.
Dock keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Morozov's efforts to push away.
Dock with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#TD2#
Morozov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB#
Dock looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Morozov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Morozov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Dock working for a triangle but Morozov defends it easily.
Morozov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dock's head.
Morozov is working Dock over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dock keeping moving, preventing Morozov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dock is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morozov defends well.#SUB#
Morozov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Morozov wants to control from the top but Dock keeps moving.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Morozov working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T1##SUB#
Dock escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Morozov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Morozov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dock swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morozov is working Dock over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dock looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morozov passes into half guard. #SUB#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Morozov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dock on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Morozov working over Dock with some ground and pound. Dock looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Morozov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura here.
Dock is looking for a sweep. Morozov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morozov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Morozov wants to take a breather but Dock is having none of it.
Dock is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Morozov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Morozov wants to take a breather but Dock is having none of it. #SUB2#
Morozov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3#
Dock wants to sweep but Morozov has passed to side control!
Dock is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dock is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Morozov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dock gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Morozov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4##SUB#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morozov pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dock actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Morozov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dock is just riding it out for now. Morozov eventually gives up the hold.
Dock is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Morozov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Morozov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Morozov working over Dock with some ground and pound. Dock looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Morozov seems to be working for a kimura but Dock defends the submission attempt.
Dock tries to roll over but Morozov keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Dock fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dock finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dock throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Morozov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dock tries to get to full guard but Morozov has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Dock is defending against the submission attempts here by Morozov.
#SUB#
Dock looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Morozov is working for a kimura but Dock is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fedor Morozov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Morozov is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Morozov controlling the action here. #SUB#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morozov pulls his head out easily.
Dock makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dock.#SUB#
Dock is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Morozov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Morozov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Morozov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Morozov cracks Dock with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Dock looking for a guillotine here but Morozov defends easily.
Dock really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Dock isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Morozov stacks Dock on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Morozov!#T2#
Dock takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Dock is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Morozov is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Morozov dominating with strikes here.
Dock gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morozov pulls his head out easily.
Dock is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dock has hold of Morozov's hands but Morozov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Dock is defending against the submission attempts here by Morozov.
#SUB2#
Morozov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dock is just riding it out for now. Morozov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Morozov seems to be working for a kimura but Dock defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB#
Dock looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dock has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Morozov escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Morozov!
Dock is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Morozov wants to work for an arm triangle but Dock is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Morozov is keen to just control but Dock is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dock doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Morozov. #SUB#
Dock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morozov pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Morozov is looking to take a break and control but Dock is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Dock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura but Dock is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Morozov to get the leverage.
Morozov is pressing down on Dock's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dock is holding on for now.
Dock regains full guard. Nicely done.
Morozov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Dock is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morozov defends well.#SUB#
Morozov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Morozov has managed to get both his arms back between Dock's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dock looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Dock moves into the clinch.
Morozov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dock walks away with a smile on his face. Morozov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dock tries to close the distance and clinch up but Morozov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Morozov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Dock moves in looking to clinch but Morozov pushes him off.#CL2#
Morozov clinches.
Dock keeps control of Morozov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dock misses with a knee to the head.
Morozov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dock throws a knee to the head but misses.
Dock missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dock looking to throw knees to the head but Morozov is blocking nicely.
Morozov tries to pull guard but Dock holds him up against the cage and eventually Morozov drops back down to his feet.
Morozov missing with knees to the body.
#TD2#
Morozov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dock can't fight it off and eventually Morozov manages to take the fight to the floor. Dock looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Morozov landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Dock looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morozov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Morozov wants to control from the top but Dock keeps moving. #SUB#
Dock looking for a guillotine here but Morozov defends easily.
Morozov working some strikes from top position.
Morozov is in close to Dock's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Dock has his foot on Morozov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Morozov works his way back into a safe position though.
Morozov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Morozov works over Dock with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Morozov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Dock has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Morozov is looking to defend but Dock has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Morozov! Dock pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Morozov taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bob Dock!
The defeated Fedor Morozov had this to say: 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 26, 2019 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Novez has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
so Morozov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Morozov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Novez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morozov trying to control but Novez is working from the bottom.
Morozov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Morozov is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Novez is trying to escape and Morozov transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Novez is forced to tap! Nice work there by Morozov! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fedor Morozov!
Our winner, Fedor Morozov, 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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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 13, 2019 |
#R1#
MacDonald lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Morozov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from MacDonald.
MacDonald wants to clinch up but Morozov keeps it at a distance.
Some wild striking there from MacDonald.
Patrick MacDonald seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacDonald misses the body punch
and Morozov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacDonald looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacDonald throws a right and a left that Morozov avoids nicely.
Morozov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#T1#
MacDonald missing with a left hand there. Morozov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Morozov.#TD2#
Morozov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Morozov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Morozov stalling.
MacDonald wants to get back to his feet.
#T2##SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and MacDonald defends it well. #SUB2#
Morozov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but MacDonald sees it coming and defends easily.
Morozov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Morozov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but MacDonald sees it coming and defends easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Morozov is trying for a kimura here. MacDonald looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Morozov wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 25, 2019 |
#R1#
A lazy left from Nada finds it's target.#TD2#
Morozov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nada has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Nada bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Morozov's guard. #REVR#
Nada advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov has hold of Nada's hands but Nada slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions off his back.
Nada throwing shots but Morozov is blocking nicely.
Nada 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.
Morozov wants to control but Nada is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nada is looking to advance position but Morozov won't allow it.
Nada missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Morozov wants to get back to full guard.
Nada is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nada is keen to just control but Morozov is a slippery customer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morozov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nada throws an elbow that misses. Morozov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nada's guard. Nice move by Morozov!#REVB##T1#
Morozov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Morozov landing some decent shots from guard.
Nada looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morozov is one step ahead there.
Nada is working hard here to advance position.
Morozov wants to control from the top but Nada keeps moving.
Nada looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morozov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Morozov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2#
Morozov stopping the sweep attempt from Nada.#SUB#
Nada is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Morozov frees his head nicely. Oh but Nada has switched to an armbar! Morozov is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Frank Nada!
An out of breath and clearly excited Frank Nada thanked KAISER Nutrition - Q160 for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
The defeated Fedor Morozov had this to say: 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Ecakals tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Morozov defends well and Ecakals ends up having to push Morozov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Morozov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ecakals misses with a takedown
and Morozov counters with a series of strikes. Ecakals will be more careful next time no doubt.
Morozov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andre Ecakals.
Morozov rushes Ecakals and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Ecakals is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. Morozov piles on the pressure and Ecakals crumples to the floor! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
A victorious Fedor Morozov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
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Date: Apr 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Morozov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sexton defends well and Morozov ends up having to push Sexton into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Morozov is defended easily by Sexton.
Sexton misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Morozov fails to land the takedown.
Drew Sexton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Morozov.
Morozov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Good leg kick by Sexton there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Morozov misses with a double jab.
Morozov misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Sexton fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Morozov, pushing him back against the cage.
A short right from Sexton on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Sexton.
Sexton cracks Morozov with a nice body shot.
Morozov avoids the elbow strike from Sexton, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sexton misses with a knee to the head.
A short right from Sexton on the inside.
Morozov avoids a wild elbow strike from Sexton.#T1#
Morozov is trying to break the clinch but Sexton is controlling him.
Morozov tries to break free but Sexton pushes him back against the cage.
Morozov lands a nice uppercut.
Sexton tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Morozov blocks an elbow strike from Sexton.
Morozov tries to break the clinch but Sexton is controlling the position.
Sexton missing with knees to the body.
Morozov can't break the clinch.
Sexton looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Sexton throws an elbow that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Morozov.
Sexton misses with a punch to the body.
Sexton scores with a shoulder strike.
The referee calls for Sexton to work.
Sexton misses with an elbow strike.
Morozov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sexton is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Sexton is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T2#
Sexton prevents Morozov from breaking the clinch.
Sexton looking to slow down the pace here.
I was talking to Sexton's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sexton tries to clinch but Morozov moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Sexton as he connects with a hook.
Morozov shoots in and drives through. Sexton sprawls well.
Sexton leaves Morozov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Morozov throws a nice head kick!
A head kick misses from Morozov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab from Sexton finds it's way through Morozov's defenses.
Sexton lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sexton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Morozov.
Sexton throws a leg kick which misses Morozov's front leg but catches the back leg as Morozov tries to avoid it.
A punch combination from Morozov misses.
Drew Sexton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sexton showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morozov.
#T3#
Sexton connects with an inside leg kick.
Sexton moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sexton throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sexton is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A slow jab from Morozov misses its intended target.
Morozov scores with a head kick. Sexton tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Sexton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sexton.
Morozov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Morozov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Morozov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sexton manages to avoid it.
Sexton throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Morozov's head.
Sexton punishes Morozov's body with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morozov takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Sexton clinches with his opponent.
Sexton tries a body shot but Morozov blocks it.
Sexton misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
Sexton lands a nice shot to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, Sexton throws an elbow but misses.
Sexton trying to land knees to the body.
Sexton pushes Morozov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Morozov tries to circle away but Sexton has him pinned against the cage.
Sexton misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Morozov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Morozov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Sexton throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sexton pushes Morozov away with a front kick.
Sexton pivots, looking for a leg kick but Morozov is out of range and Sexton settles back down.
Sexton dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Morozov. That did some damage!
Sexton takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#
It looks like Drew Sexton has been cut.
Sexton feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Morozov's calf.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Sexton closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Morozov misses with a punch on the inside.
Morozov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Morozov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sexton misses with a knee strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Drew Sexton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Drew Sexton's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Some wild striking there from Morozov.
Sexton with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sexton tests Morozov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Morozov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Morozov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sexton scores with a one two! Morozov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sexton thows a body kick. Morozov tries to catch it but that hurt him. #CL#
Sexton forces Morozov back against the cage and clinches.
Knees in the clinch landing for Sexton.
Drew Sexton has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sexton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sexton throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Sexton scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morozov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Sexton keeps control of Morozov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Morozov is trying to force a seperation but Sexton has the dominant position.
Sexton takes a knee right on the jaw!
#T1#
Sexton lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sexton tries to land a knee to the head but Morozov blocks with his arms.
Sexton with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sexton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sexton using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Morozov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sexton throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Morozov blocks it with crossed arms.
Sexton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sexton throws an elbow that misses.
Morozov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sexton tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Sexton managing to block the knees to the body from Morozov.
Morozov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sexton has him pressed against the cage.
Morozov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sexton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sexton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sexton lands a shoulder strike.
Morozov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sexton gets through Morozov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Morozov's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Sexton tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Morozov avoids it.
Sexton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sexton with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sexton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sexton tries to land a knee to the head but Morozov blocks with his arms.
Morozov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sexton is trying to maintain a safe position but Morozov gets an underhook and turns Sexton into the cage.
Morozov managing to block the knees to the body from Sexton.
Morozov is trying to break the clinch but Sexton has him pressed against the cage.
Morozov avoiding damage as Sexton throws knees to the body.
Sexton with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Sexton misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Morozov.
#BC2#
Morozov breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morozov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Sexton wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sexton scores with a body shot.
Sexton fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Morozov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Morozov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sexton appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Drew Sexton is winning the standup battle so far.
Sexton lands a high kick!
Morozov tries to bum rush Sexton with a series of wild strikes but Sexton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Sexton lands an overhand right.
Sexton showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morozov.
Sexton was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sexton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morozov can do to turn this around?
Sexton throws a head kick but Morozov moves out of range.
Morozov unleashes a big counter combination but Sexton bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sexton lands with an overhand left.
Sexton scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sexton lands with a shot to the body.
Sexton leaves Morozov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sexton buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Morozov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Morozov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sexton lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sexton lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sexton fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Morozov.
Morozov throws a right hand that Sexton ducks under and follows up with a left that Sexton also avoids with ease.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sexton misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Morozov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sexton cracks Morozov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Morozov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Morozov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sexton eats them both and turns towards Morozov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Morozov is breathing heavily.
Sexton scores with a shot to the body.
Sexton fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Morozov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Morozov cracks Sexton with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sexton connects with a right hand. Morozov shakes it off.
Sexton with a hook.
Morozov jabs at Sexton's body.
Morozov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sexton can pounce on him.
Sexton listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sexton slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Morozov misses with the combination.
Sexton doesn't manage to clinch there - Morozov circles away.
#CL#
Morozov tries to keep at a distance but Sexton has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Drew Sexton dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Drew Sexton's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Morozov throws a combination. Sexton tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#ROC2#
Sexton is rocked!
Sexton avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sexton scores with a push kick.
Morozov swinging wildly here.
Morozov walks into a stiff left hand from Sexton.#KD2#
Nice combo by Morozov! Oh, that's hurt him - Sexton falls to the canvas and Morozov follows him into side control.
Oh Sexton is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!#SUB2#
Morozov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Morozov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Morozov tries for a kimura but Sexton is defending well.
Sexton is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Morozov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sexton is looking to regain half guard here but Morozov keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Morozov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Morozov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Morozov cracks Sexton with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Sexton is holding Morozov down, trying to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov working away.
Morozov grinds an elbow into Sexton's temple. #SUB2#
Morozov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sexton is looking to regain half guard here but Morozov keeps moving and retains side control.
Sexton regains half guard.
Sexton seems to have got his legs back now.
Morozov working the head and body with strikes.
Sexton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Morozov is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Sexton is defending against the submission attempts here by Morozov.
Sexton trying to control here.
#T2#
Sexton gets full guard.
Morozov tries to free his leg and advance position but Sexton is retaining full guard.
Sexton seems keen to control Morozov's posture.
Sexton 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.
Sexton pulls Morozov in close to his closed guard and prevents Morozov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Morozov stopping the sweep attempt from Sexton.
Sexton is trying to control the position but Morozov postures up.
Morozov tries to free his leg and advance position but Sexton is retaining full guard.
Sexton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morozov is one step ahead there.
Morozov works over Sexton with some ground and pound from guard.
Drew Sexton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Sexton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Morozov's guard. #REVR#
Sexton wants to pass the guard but Morozov is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Morozov has his foot on Sexton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sexton works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Morozov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sexton defends well.#SU#
Sexton gets to his feet. Morozov looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Sexton scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sexton with a nice cross.
Morozov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sexton.
Morozov slips under a jab.
Sexton goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Morozov misses with the combination.
#T4#
Sexton lands a nice leg kick that just misses Morozov's sensitive parts.
Sexton lands a leg kick that knocks Morozov off balance momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morozov throws a body punch but Sexton moves out of range.
Sexton getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Morozov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Morozov slips a straight right by Sexton.
Sexton walks into a straight right hand from Morozov.
A cross from Sexton lands.
A combination from Morozov does no damage.
A big right from Morozov misses.
A right-left combo lands from Morozov. #CUT2#
Drew Sexton's cut is getting worse.
Morozov throws a hook to the side of Sexton's head but Sexton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sexton swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL#
Sexton clinches up with Morozov and pushes him back against the cage.
Sexton lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Morozov or not.
Sexton lands an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fedor Morozov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sexton has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Drew Sexton!
Fedor Morozov was interviewed post fight and said 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Chainz with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chainz bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Morozov's head.
Morozov throws a series of punches but Chainz avoids them all with ease.
Chainz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Morozov with a body shot.
Chainz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD#
Morozov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Morozov seems to be looking for submissions.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morozov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Chainz makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chainz.
Morozov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chainz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Morozov.
Morozov with a nice head shot there.
Morozov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Morozov 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.
Morozov working some strikes from top position.
Morozov prevents Chainz from getting back to his feet.
Morozov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Morozov won't allow Chainz to sweep him here.
Chainz is looking to stand up but Morozov isn't so interested in that idea.
Morozov scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Morozov won't allow Chainz to sweep him here.
Chainz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Morozov.
Morozov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Chainz is controlling Morozov's posture.
Chainz 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.
Morozov throwing strikes from guard but Chainz blocks nicely.
Morozov working some strikes from top position.
Chainz is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Morozov is controlling him. #SUB#
Morozov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chainz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Morozov landing with the ground and pound.
Chainz is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T2#
Chainz controlling Morozov's posture.
Morozov stands up over Chainz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Morozov is working Chainz over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Chainz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Morozov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Chainz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Morozov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chainz tries to stand but Morozov is controlling from the bottom.
Chainz trying to control but Morozov is working from the bottom. #SU2#
Morozov is working an open guard so Chainz takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Morozov throws a nice looking combination but Chainz bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Chainz fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Morozov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chainz checks the leg kick.
Chainz throws a body shot but no joy.
Chainz thows a body kick. Morozov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Morozov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Morozov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Two Chainz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chainz dodges the punch combination from Morozov.
Both fighters circling a little - Chainz finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Morozov is breathing heavily.
Morozov swinging wildly here.
Chainz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Morozov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Chainz counters with a straight right hand.
Morozov looks to land a combination but Chainz avoids it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chainz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morozov.
#T4#
Morozov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chainz throws a body punch but Morozov moves out of range.
As Chainz looks to move away, Morozov throws a big counter combo but Chainz just gets out of the way.#KD2#
Chainz lands a big right hand that sends Morozov crashing to the mat! Chainz stays standing though and waves Morozov back to his feet!#ROC2#
Morozov is rocked!
Chainz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oh Morozov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Chainz lands a jab to Morozov's midsection.
Chainz bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Morozov looks up at the clock. Bad move! Chainz lands a right hand from hell, dropping Morozov. Chainz pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Two Chainz!
An out of breath Two Chainz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
SFC24 - Nam vs Logan 2
Date: Nov 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Mouwanga just misses with a punch to the body.
Morozov ducks under a wild hook from Mouwanga.#KD#
Morozov sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Mouwanga to the ground! Morozov dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC#
Mouwanga is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Daniel Mouwanga has been cut.
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!
Mouwanga is working to get back to half guard.
Mouwanga is still in real trouble! Can Morozov finish him?
Morozov lands a big shot to the head and Mouwanga winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
After winning the bout, Fedor Morozov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Daniel Mouwanga stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank Freebok for sponsoring me. Buy there the have cool stuff!!! FREEBOK!!!'.
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Event:
SFC20 - Pichushkin v Pendragon
Date: Oct 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Morozov scores with a punch to the head.
Morozov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chigg is fending him off so far but Morozov persists. Nope, Chigg circles away and we're back to standing.
Morozov fails to land with a series of punches.
Morozov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Chigg to score with a decent uppercut.
A punch combination from Morozov misses.
Morozov misses with a head kick.
#TD#
Morozov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Chigg is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Morozov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Chigg is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chigg manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morozov's best efforts.
Chigg slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Morozov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chigg is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Chigg trying to control the position from guard on top but Morozov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chigg throwing strikes from guard but Morozov blocks nicely. #T1##SUB#
Morozov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Chigg has picked Morozov up and slammed him! Morozov can't keep hold of the triangle and Chigg manages to pass to side control!#SU2#
Chigg stands up and beckons Morozov to his feet.
Morozov avoids the body shot from Chigg.
Chigg fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chigg throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chigg stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Morozov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Chigg's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chigg lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Morozov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Chigg escapes and throws Morozov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Chigg in side control lands a decent elbow.
Morozov gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chigg trying to control from half guard but Morozov is working away. #T2#
Morozov wants to improve his position but Chigg is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Morozov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chigg pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Morozov actively working from the bottom here.
Chigg is looking to take a break and control but Morozov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chigg not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Morozov actively working from the bottom here.
Chigg is keen to just control but Morozov is a slippery customer.
Morozov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Morozov working for a triangle but Chigg defends it easily.
#SU2#
Chigg stands up from Morozov's guard - Chigg perhaps looking for a knockout. #T3#
Morozov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chigg scores with a jab to the body.
Chigg throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Morozov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Chigg's guard.#SUB#
Morozov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Chigg dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Chigg avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Morozov is breathing heavily.
Chigg trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Morozov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Morozov keeping moving, preventing Chigg from controlling successfully. #T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chigg accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Chigg wants to control from the top but Morozov keeps moving. #SUB#
Morozov is looking for a triangle but Chigg pushes his legs off easily.
Morozov keeping moving, preventing Chigg from controlling successfully.
Chigg lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chigg works over Morozov with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Chigg avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Morozov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chigg landing with the ground and pound.
Chigg postures up in Morozov's guard and throws a big left but Morozov blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maya Chigg dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Chigg slips under a jab from Morozov.
Morozov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chigg scores with a leg kick.
Morozov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chigg moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little jabbing left from Chigg on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A combination from Morozov does no damage.
Morozov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Chigg scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Morozov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Chigg throws a big counter head kick but Morozov avoids it with no problem.#KD2#
Chigg lands a big head kick that sends Morozov tumbling to the mat! Chigg takes a step backwards and waves Morozov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Morozov is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morozov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL2#
and Chigg moves into the clinch.
Oh Morozov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Chigg throws a big uppercut that drops Morozov! More strikes from Chigg and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Morozov lies dazed against the cage as Chigg celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maya Chigg!
Maya Chigg made sure to mention his sponsor, HGH Nutrients Q160 Tycoons Best Quality supps in his post fight interview.
In defeat, Fedor Morozov stepped up to the mic, saying 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
SFC18 - Bowman vs Morozov
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Morozov throws a nice looking combination but Bowman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Morozov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bowman is able to avoid easily.
Morozov throws a series of punches but Bowman moves out of range.
Bowman looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Morozov moves forwards but Bowman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bowman ducks under a wild hook from Morozov.
It looked like Bowman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bowman takes one to the chin there.#CUT2#
It looks like Tom Bowman has been cut.
Bowman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morozov.
Bowman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Morozov but Morozov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bowman has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Morozov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bowman was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Morozov throws a lazy head kick
and Bowman counters with a three punch combo that has Morozov backing up. Morozov nods at Bowman to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bowman pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Morozov back to the cage. Bowman follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Morozov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T1#
Morozov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bowman circles away quickly and effectively.
Some wild striking there from Morozov.
It looked like Bowman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Morozov.
Bowman dodges the punch combination from Morozov.
Fedor Morozov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Morozov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bowman.
Morozov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Morozov throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Bowman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Morozov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bowman.
Morozov is controlling Bowman's posture.
Morozov working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Morozov keeping moving, preventing Bowman from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Morozov looking for a guillotine here but Bowman defends easily.
#SUB2#
Morozov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bowman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
Morozov working for a triangle but Bowman defends it easily.
Bowman is pushing down on Morozov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Morozov is fighting to maintain full guard but Bowman has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Bowman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Morozov has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Bowman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Morozov is just riding it out for now. Bowman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bowman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Morozov has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bowman is nestled in close to Morozov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Morozov is trying to control but can't.
Morozov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bowman scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bowman is trying to control the action in half guard but Morozov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bowman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bowman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bowman drops an elbow to the side of Morozov's head. #ROC#
Morozov is rocked!#SUB#
Bowman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Morozov is still in real trouble! Can Bowman finish him?
Bowman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Bowman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Bowman's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Bowman shoots in looking for a takedown. Morozov tries to sprawl out of it but Bowman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Morozov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Morozov seems to have recovered his senses.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Bowman got wobbled bad by a big combination! Morozov presses forward with punches and knees until Bowman stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Bowman closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
In defeat, Tom Bowman stepped up to the mic, saying 'He is a great fighter and tonight he had the better of me and won fair and square.'.
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Event:
SFC17- Rockerfeller vs Chainz2
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Mouwanga lands a head shot.#KD2#
Mouwanga cracks Morozov with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Mouwanga has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Morozov to stand back up!#ROC2#
Morozov is rocked!
Morozov lands a lovely overhand right.
Oh Morozov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Morozov is holding his hands too far apart here. Mouwanga throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Morozov is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Daniel Mouwanga!
Fedor Morozov was interviewed post fight and said 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
SFC15 - Coleman vs Roberts 2
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Vattalles tries for a takedown but Morozov circles away easily
and Morozov counters with a two punch combo.
Vattalles fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Vattalles tries to clinch there but Morozov circles away.
#TD2#
Vattalles looking to score a takedown here. Morozov is defending well but Vattalles drives through and ends up in Morozov's guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Morozov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Vattalles is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mee Vattalles.
Vattalles tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Morozov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Vattalles is looking to take this one to the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A body shot lands from Morozov.
Vattalles tries to pull guard but Morozov won't allow it.
#T1#
Vattalles is trying to pull guard but Morozov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Morozov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vattalles manages to avoid it.
Morozov throws a sloppy head kick and Vattalles moves out of range easily.
Morozov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Vattalles.
Morozov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vattalles circles away quickly and effectively.
Vattalles throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Morozov is looking to counter punch.
Vattalles misses with a right hand
and Morozov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vattalles throws a body shot but no joy.
Morozov gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Vattalles counters with a nice double leg into side control. Morozov won't be happy with that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morozov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vattalles wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Vattalles working the strikes but Morozov uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Vattalles is just content to waste time from the top position. Morozov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Morozov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vattalles is aware though and is defending well.
Vattalles trying to control the position from guard on top but Morozov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vattalles in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Morozov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Vattalles trying to control but Morozov is working from the bottom.
Vattalles slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Vattalles trying to control the position from guard on top but Morozov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Morozov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Morozov working for submissions but it's allowed Vattalles to get to half guard.
Vattalles throwing shots but Morozov is blocking nicely.
Morozov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Morozov is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Bonsai Club MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Vattalles trying to control the position from guard on top but Morozov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vattalles lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Vattalles lands a couple of elbows.
Morozov looking for a sweep. Not yet Morozov, not yet. #SUB#
Vattalles got a little sloppy there for a moment and Morozov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vattalles has managed to get both his arms back between Morozov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Morozov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Morozov looking for a guillotine here but Vattalles defends easily.
Vattalles wants to control from the top but Morozov keeps moving.
Vattalles with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Morozov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Vattalles must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Morozov keeping moving, preventing Vattalles from controlling successfully. #ES#
Morozov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Vattalles misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
No joy there for Morozov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A countering left hand to the body from Vattalles misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vattalles shoots for a double leg takedown but Morozov sprawls well. He's pushed Vattalles's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Vattalles shoots in for a takedown but Morozov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mee Vattalles.
Morozov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Morozov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Vattalles rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Morozov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vattalles takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Mee Vattalles seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morozov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Vattalles on the side of the head.
Vattalles throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Morozov's waist but Morozov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vattalles off to one side.
Vattalles shoots and misses
and Morozov counters with a three punch combo that has Vattalles backing up. Vattalles nods at Morozov to acknowledge the strikes.
Vattalles showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morozov.
Vattalles wants to counter the offense by Morozov and move into the clinch position.#T2#
Vattalles looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Vattalles stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morozov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Vattalles.
Vattalles shoots and misses
and Vattalles takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Morozov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Vattalles looks for a takedown but Morozov sprawls well.#T3#
Vattalles misses with a takedown
and Morozov counters with a stiff right hand.
Vattalles misses with a takedown attempt
and Morozov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vattalles is breathing heavily.
Vattalles with a poor takedown
and Morozov counters with a left and a right that stings Vattalles.
Morozov scores with a shot to the body.
Nice shot by Morozov.
Vattalles with a poor takedown
and Vattalles takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Morozov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Morozov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Vattalles changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Morozov tries to avoid it but Vattalles manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Morozov to the ground. Morozov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vattalles tries to clinch up but Morozov circles away and keeps his distance.
Fedor Morozov is winning the standup battle so far.
Morozov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CL#
Morozov instigates a clinch.
Morozov digs a right hand into Vattalles's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vattalles's gas tank.
Vattalles tries to pull guard but Morozov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice uppercut there from Morozov.
Morozov throws a sloppy head kick and Vattalles moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Morozov swings for the body but Vattalles moves out of range.
Vattalles shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Morozov defends it nicely.
Morozov throws a quick counter head kick but Vattalles was just out of range.
Vattalles misses with a takedown attempt
and Morozov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vattalles thinking.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Morozov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Morozov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fedor Morozov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vattalles tries to move into range but Morozov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vattalles has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T1#
A jab from Morozov finds it's way through Vattalles's defenses.
Vattalles gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Morozov to counter with a crisp jab.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mee Vattalles.
A left lands for Morozov.
Vattalles doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Morozov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vattalles will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vattalles looks for a takedown but Morozov sprawls well.
Vattalles takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Morozov throws a series of strikes that have Vattalles backpedaling.
Morozov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A telegraphed right hand from Vattalles misses the target.
Vattalles shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Morozov but Morozov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Vattalles has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
No luck for Vattalles with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Morozov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Morozov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Morozov.
Morozov stalks Vattalles and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Vattalles's face. Vattalles staggers backwards, shaken.
Vattalles fails with the takedown
and Morozov counters with a one-two to the body. #TD#
Morozov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Morozov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Vattalles is working to avoid the ground and pound but Morozov connects with a decent elbow. #ROC#
Vattalles is rocked!#SUB#
Morozov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vattalles has escaped the position, nice work there.
Vattalles is still in real trouble! Can Morozov finish him?#T4#
Vattalles tries to improve position but can't.
Morozov grinds an elbow into Vattalles's temple.
Vattalles is letting Morozov control him for a moment.
Vattalles tries to bench press Morozov off him but Morozov keeps the position.
Morozov working the body and head with strikes. #SUB#
Morozov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vattalles, who protects the arm well.
Vattalles tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Morozov scores with punches from side control.
Morozov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Vattalles to see if he's OK.
Mee Vattalles has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov staying calm.
Morozov lands a strong strike to the head of Vattalles. That's dazed him! Morozov looking to finish here. Vattalles is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Morozov lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov took some time post fight to say the following; 'Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 29, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Morozov dives in and scores a takedown into Minger's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov trying to control but Minger is working from the bottom.
Morozov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Minger on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Minger tries to get out of the position.
Minger is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov landing with the ground and pound.
Morozov content to stall in guard here.
Minger knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Morozov on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov throwing strikes from guard but Minger blocks nicely. #T1#
Morozov distracts Minger with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Minger avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Minger might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Minger has momentary wrist control but Morozov slips an elbow through the middle.
Morozov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Morozov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Morozov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Morozov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Morozov scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Morozov throws a big elbow that misses.
Morozov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Morozov trying to control but Minger is working from the bottom.
Morozov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Morozov is looking to work some ground and pound but Minger has wrist control.
Morozov works over Minger with some ground and pound from guard.
Morozov is looking to work some ground and pound but Minger has wrist control.
Morozov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3##SU2#
Morozov decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Minger, up you get! #KD2#
Morozov throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Minger stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Morozov follows into mount! #ROC2#
Minger is rocked!
Morozov unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Minger wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Morozov celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
Post fight, Fedor Morozov took to the microphone: 'Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
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Event:
Madness MMA 11: Havoc
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Morozov misses with a head kick.
Diggs stuffs the takedown.
Morozov loads up on a big right hand but Diggs slips the punch.
A left lands for Morozov.
Diggs misses the jab.
Morozov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Diggs is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Morozov dips to his left and cracks Diggs with an uppercut!
Nice cross by Diggs.
Morozov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diggs takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Morozov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Diggs was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Diggs's corner calls for a 1-2. Diggs obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Diggs connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Morozov blocks a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diggs moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Diggs avoids the head kick by Morozov.
Morozov moves out of range of the strikes.
Diggs throws a lazy right hand but Morozov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Morozov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Diggs throws an overhand right that lands on Morozov's shoulder, as Morozov tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Morozov darts in looking for a takedown but Diggs gets double underhooks and turns Morozov into the cage.
Morozov throws a looping overhand right but Diggs ducks down to avoid it.
Morozov misses the shot to the body.
Jab from Diggs.
Diggs misses with a body shot.
Morozov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Diggs with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Diggs misses with a kick to the body.
Morozov tries to clinch but Diggs moves out of range.
Morozov looks to land a left hand but Diggs moved out of range nicely.
Morozov throws out a loose jab but Diggs uses good head movement to avoid it.
Diggs throws a body punch but Morozov moves out of range.
Diggs fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Morozov is out of range. #KD#
Diggs drops Morozov with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Morozov looks back up at him and smiles so Diggs waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#
Morozov is rocked!
Alonzo Diggs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diggs thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morozov is still on wobbly legs! Can Diggs finish him?
Diggs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morozov.
BOOM! Diggs lands a beautiful left hook that drops Morozov. Morozov tries to recover but Diggs is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Morozov lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alonzo Diggs!
Alonzo Diggs seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Madness MMA Clown Chaos 2
Date: Jan 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Morozov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Morozov dives in and scores a takedown into The Convict's guard.
The Convict seems keen to control Morozov's posture.
The Convict wants to sweep but no luck.
The Convict looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The Convict continues to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Convict has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The Convict definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Morozov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Morozov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The Convict misses the shot to the body.
Morozov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Morozov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Morozov looks for a takedown but The Convict sprawls well.
The Convict throws a shot from downtown. Morozov moves away and avoids it.
The Convict circles away from the clinch attempt.
Morozov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The Convict throws a looping overhand right but Morozov ducks down to avoid it.
Morozov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL2#
Morozov has taken the fight to the clinch.
The Convict has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Morozov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2#
Morozov tries to circle away but The Convict has him pinned against the cage.
The Convict looking for a takedown.
The Convict misses with a punch on the inside.
The Convict lands a left hand that snaps the head of Morozov backwards.
The Convict drops down looking for an ankle pick but Morozov pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kezz The Convict. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Morozov with that takedown attempt.
Morozov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice defenses there by Morozov.
Morozov missing with a left hand there. The Convict was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Morozov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Convict was well out of range. Poor timing from Morozov.
The Convict misses with a looping left.
The Convict throws a hook but Morozov avoids it easily.
Morozov counters with a body kick.
Morozov misses with a takedown attempt - The Convict sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Morozov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Convict throws out the jab.
Morozov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as The Convict is landing a low percentage of strikes.
The crowd cheers as The Convict lands an impressive looking overhand right. Morozov doesn't seem phased though.
A slow jab from The Convict misses its intended target.
Morozov throws a sloppy head kick
and The Convict counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The Convict misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
The Convict scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Morozov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The Convict pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Convict looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
A nice elbow there by The Convict.#SUB#
The Convict is working for a guillotine from mount but Morozov frees his head quite easily.
The Convict looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
#T4#
The Convict has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Morozov's face.
Morozov is in all sorts of trouble here.
The Convict is landing with some decent strikes but Morozov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC#
Morozov is rocked!
The Convict tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Morozov is still in real trouble! Can The Convict finish him?
The Convict has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Morozov's face.
Morozov wants to get back to his feet.
The Convict wants to control the pace but Morozov is squirming around nicely.
Morozov seems to have recovered his senses.
The Convict fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The Convict putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kezz The Convict dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
The Convict closes this distance looking for a takedown but Morozov circles away.
The Convict throws a jab when Morozov was well out of range.
Morozov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Morozov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
The Convict tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Morozov was well out of range. Poor timing from The Convict.
Morozov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Morozov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The Convict dips to his left and cracks Morozov with an uppercut!
The Convict looks to throw the jab but Morozov is out of range.
Nice body punch from The Convict.
The Convict throws a lazy right hand but Morozov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The Convict is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morozov can do to turn this around?
The Convict throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Morozov gets a double leg takedown into The Convict's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Convict manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Morozov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
The Convict pushing down on Morozov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
The Convict throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Morozov to regain full guard.
The Convict trying to control the position from guard on top but Morozov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Convict with a nice head shot there.
The Convict postures up and lands a big shot to Morozov's brow.
The Convict throws a big elbow that misses.
The Convict wants to control from the top but Morozov keeps moving.
The Convict loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Convict stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morozov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The Convict working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kezz The Convict overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The Convict wants to pass the guard but Morozov is keeping the position.#T2#
The Convict trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The Convict postures up and lands a big shot to Morozov's brow.
The Convict wants to pass the guard but Morozov is keeping the position.
Morozov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Morozov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. The Convict gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The Convict is looking to work some ground and pound but Morozov has wrist control.
The Convict with a nice head shot there.
The Convict might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Morozov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The Convict landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
The Convict is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Morozov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! The Convict has picked Morozov up and slammed him! Morozov can't keep hold of the triangle and The Convict manages to pass to side control!
The Convict tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The Convict in side control, throwing shots but Morozov defends.
Morozov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
The Convict tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
The Convict tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no The Convict has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Morozov is trying to get back to half guard.
The Convict landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The Convict trying to control the action but Morozov is working from the bottom.
Morozov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
The Convict laying and praying for a moment but Morozov takes advantage and regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kezz The Convict dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
The Convict just misses with a punch to the body.
Morozov swings for the body but The Convict moves out of range.
The Convict waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Morozov.
Morozov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Convict.
Morozov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Morozov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice defenses there by Morozov.
Morozov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Convict.
Morozov raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Morozov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from The Convict.
Morozov misses with a head kick.
The Convict was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The Convict throws out a loose jab but Morozov uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Morozov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little feinted left hand from The Convict on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Morozov is defended easily by The Convict.#T1#
No luck for Morozov with that takedown attempt.
The Convict avoids the head kick by Morozov.
The Convict ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Morozov moves away.
The Convict takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The Convict misses with a looping right.
A slow jab from The Convict misses its intended target.
The Convict misses with a takedown attempt - Morozov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Morozov with a lazy takedown attempt
and The Convict counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kezz The Convict has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Morozov.
No joy there for The Convict, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A jab from The Convict misses.
Morozov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The fighters circling - Morozov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The Convict connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Morozov looks to land a combination but The Convict avoids it well.
Morozov fails with a takedown attempt.
The Convict is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Morozov.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Convict misses with a body shot.
The Convict walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Morozov tries to close the distance and clinch up but The Convict swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It looked like The Convict wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The Convict waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Morozov.
Morozov slips under a jab.
A big right from The Convict misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from The Convict.
Morozov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Morozov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Morozov misses with the combination.
#T3#
Morozov defending well as The Convict loads up on a big left hand.
A nice side step and Morozov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Morozov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The Convict throws a left and a right that both miss
and The Convict takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Some wild striking there from Morozov.
A looping hook to the body misses from The Convict. Morozov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Morozov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The Convict throws a big shot that misses.
Morozov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The Convict swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kezz The Convict is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Morozov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Convict.
Morozov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A swing and a miss from The Convict.#T4#
Morozov slips a straight right by The Convict.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Morozov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Convict moves away.
Nice shot by Morozov.
The Convict shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Morozov as he jumps to the side.
Morozov dives in for a single leg takedown but The Convict sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Morozov lands a head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The Convict thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morozov misses with a takedown
and The Convict counters with a straight right hand.
Morozov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The Convict throws a lazy right hand but Morozov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Morozov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. The Convict manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fedor Morozov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Morozov throws a head kick but The Convict moves out of range.
Morozov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from The Convict.
Morozov misses with a head kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kezz The Convict.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for The Convict, 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kezz The Convict!
After winning the bout, Kezz The Convict thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
PLMMA 34
Date: Nov 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Boulami stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Boulami wants it to stay on the feet.
Boulami dodges the punch combination from Morozov.
Boulami 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.
Morozov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Boulami. Boulami circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Boulami moves out of range of the strikes.
Boulami is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Morozov shoots in and drives through. Boulami sprawls well.
Morozov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD2#
and Boulami counters with a beautiful punch that sends Morozov to the canvas! #ROC2#
Morozov is rocked!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Morozov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boulami with a nice head shot there.
Oh Morozov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Morozov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boulami gets to his feet and stands over Morozov, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Morozov felt that one! Boulami unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Morozov from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Omar Boulami!
Omar Boulami is the new welterweight champion!
Omar Boulami very nearly forgot to thank Hellbent amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Fedor Morozov was interviewed post fight and said 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
PLMMA 33 - "Pacio Tribute"
Date: Nov 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Morozov moves out of range as Mies strikes.
Mies takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mies fails with a takedown attempt.
Mies is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Morozov lands a nice looking body kick.#CL#
Morozov has closed the distance and engaged Mies in a clinch.
Mies has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Morozov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Morozov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mies wants to take the fight to the mat but Morozov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pit Mies.#BC#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
Morozov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
You can see the frustration on Mies's face as Morozov controls the position.
Mies tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Mies manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morozov's best efforts.
Morozov 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.
Morozov is nestled in close to Mies, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov trying to control the action but Mies is working from the bottom.
Morozov 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.
Morozov is taking a breather. Mies says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Mies is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Morozov scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#
Mies is rocked!
Mies is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Morozov working Mies over with strikes.
Mies is still in real trouble! Can Morozov finish him?
Mies wants to get back to full guard.
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. Morozov connects with a nice short shot to Mies's temple.
Mies felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Morozov controlling the position here and throwing strikes from the top. Nice elbow lands there... and another... and another... oh, Mies is out! Morozov gets to his feet and admires his work - nice finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov is the new welterweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Fedor Morozov gave a big smile as he said 'Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
Pit Mies was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back stronger!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Morozov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jurri's guard.
Morozov wants to control from the top but Jurri keeps moving.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Morozov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Jurri preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jurri managing to control the position.
Jurri looking to control.
#SUB2#
Morozov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Morozov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov lands a couple of digs.
Jurri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morozov advances position into side control!
Morozov throws a strike aimed at the side of Jurri's head but Jurri avoids it well.#T1#
Morozov landing strikes.
Jurri is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jurri taking a bit of punishment here - Morozov scoring with strikes. #SUB2#
Morozov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Morozov working the ground and pound but Jurri is defending the strikes.
Jurri is looking for a sweep.
Jurri's coaches at Hellfire Antechamber have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Morozov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Jurri avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Morozov.
Morozov working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Jurri wants to control but Morozov postures up.
Jurri manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morozov's best efforts.
Jurri tries to roll over but Morozov keeps him under control.
Jurri gets back to full guard.
Jurri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jurri pulls Morozov in close to his closed guard and prevents Morozov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Morozov looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Morozov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Morozov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Morozov throws a big elbow that misses.
Morozov cracks Jurri with a solid left hand.
Morozov won't allow Jurri to sweep him here.
Jurri working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Morozov.
Jurri looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morozov is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jurri 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##T4#
Morozov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Morozov 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.#SUB2#
Morozov pushes a forearm under Jurri's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Jurri is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Morozov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Morozov's corner calls for a 1-2. Morozov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tisoaka leaves Morozov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Morozov shoots in looking for a takedown. Tisoaka tries to sprawl out of it but Morozov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tisoaka manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Some wild striking there from Morozov.
#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Morozov has his foot on Tisoaka's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tisoaka works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Morozov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Morozov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Morozov works over Tisoaka with some ground and pound from guard.
Tisoaka preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Morozov scoring with some ground and pound. #ES#
Tisoaka is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Morozov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Morozov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tisoaka can't get the takedown.
I was talking to Tisoaka's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Morozov prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Tisoaka changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Morozov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tisoaka closes this distance looking for a takedown but Morozov circles away.#TD2#
Morozov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tisoaka was covering up waiting for the punch and Morozov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morozov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Morozov trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Morozov prevents Tisoaka from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Morozov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Tisoaka wants to stand and escape but Morozov is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in and bounces Morozov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Morozov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Morozov has his foot on Tisoaka's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tisoaka works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Morozov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tisoaka controls the pace.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Morozov for as long as he can get away with.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Morozov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Morozov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Morozov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Morozov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Morozov lands a nice forearm strike.
Morozov landing strikes.
Morozov taking a break here but Tisoaka is having none of it and regains half guard. #ES#
Tisoaka has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Morozov is on him like a limpet, forcing Tisoaka back against the cage.
Morozov working hard to break the clinch.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Morozov manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Morozov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Tisoaka has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Morozov is on him like a limpet, forcing Tisoaka back against the cage.#T1#
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Morozov manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Morozov gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Tisoaka bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Morozov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tisoaka looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
Tisoaka works his way into side control. #T3#
Morozov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka happy to just control the position for now.
Morozov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Morozov looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!
Tisoaka sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Morozov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Morozov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tisoaka avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Morozov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tisoaka was covering up waiting for the punch and Morozov finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Tisoaka pushes Morozov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Morozov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tisoaka tries to score a power double leg takedown but Morozov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tisoaka somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka shoots for a takedown but Morozov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tisoaka keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Katuro Tisoaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Morozov.
Tisoaka fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Morozov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1##TD#
Tisoaka shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Morozov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Morozov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Tisoaka dives into side control.
#REVB#
Morozov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Morozov looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!#T2#
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
Morozov is working to get back to half guard.
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.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Morozov is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Morozov tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
I really don't envy Morozov right now.
I would not like to be Morozov right now.
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Morozov turns into Tisoaka and is now in his guard.
#T4#
Tisoaka wants to stand up but Morozov is controlling him.
Morozov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tisoaka's head.
Morozov pushes down on Tisoaka's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tisoaka is looking to escape.
Morozov throws a strike but Tisoaka avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet but Morozov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Morozov throws a big elbow that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Katuro Tisoaka.
I think Tisoaka has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
Our winner, Katuro Tisoaka, 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.
Fedor Morozov was interviewed post fight and said 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Destiny 170:Margera vs Johnson
Date: Sep 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Seppala stuns Morozov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Morozov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Seppala defends it nicely.
Morozov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've been informed that Seppala has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Seppala lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Seppala lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Morozov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Morozov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Morozov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Seppala is pushing Morozov's head away, looking to escape. Morozov manages to hold on to the position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov in side control lands a decent elbow.
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!
Seppala manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Morozov prevents Seppala from standing back up.
Seppala is refusing to be controlled, as Morozov sits in half guard. #T1#
Morozov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Seppala is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Morozov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Morozov's back!
Seppala controlling well, preventing Morozov from escaping the position.
Seppala struggling to keep hold of the position.
Seppala connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Morozov to escape the position.
Seppala throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Morozov is in bad spot here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov is working hard here to advance position.
Seppala lands with a hammerfist to the side of Morozov's head.#T2#
Seppala trying to control.
Seppala lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Seppala.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Seppala's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Seppala keeps control of the position as Morozov tries to break free.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Seppala is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Morozov. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morozov is in bad spot here.
Seppala somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back. #T3#
Morozov covering up well and avoiding damage.
Seppala throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Seppala misses with a punch to the head.
Morozov rolls, trying to escape but Seppala keeps control of the position.
Seppala scores with strikes from the back.
Seppala throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Morozov!
Morozov trying to get back to his feet but Seppala is in full control for now.
Seppala is landing with strikes from the back.
Seppala lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. #T4#
Seppala lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Morozov hold on?!
Seppala tries to get the hooks in deep but Morozov pushed the leg off.
Seppala controlling well, preventing Morozov from escaping the position.
Seppala is trying to stick to Morozov's back but Morozov is turning into Seppala. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Seppala's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Morozov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seppala tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morozov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Seppala works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Morozov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Seppala has momentary wrist control but Morozov slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Morozov stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Seppala has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Morozov manages to get his head free but now Seppala has transitioned to an armbar! Morozov grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Seppala! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Henkka Seppala!
After winning the bout, Henkka Seppala thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Fedor Morozov spoke after the fight, saying 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Destiny Tuesday 55
Date: Aug 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Andrews avoids the head kick by Morozov.
Andrews steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Morozov.
Andrews lands a body shot.
Morozov misses with a combination
and Andrews counters with a stiff right hand.
Morozov misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Morozov misses its intended target.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morozov throws a head kick but Andrews moves out of range.
Andrews needs to keep his hands up - Morozov had a free shot at his head there.
A jab from Morozov finds it's way through Andrews's defenses.
Morozov connects with a nice looking jab.
Morozov misses with a double jab
and Andrews cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Morozov misses with a straight right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD#
Morozov drops Andrews with a left and a right! Oh, Andrews is hurt - Morozov dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC#
Andrews is rocked!
Morozov cracks Andrews with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Morozov immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Andrews is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Morozov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
As Fedor Morozov got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
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Event:
Destiny 160: Consecration
Date: Jul 09, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Morozov moves into the clinch.
Poulter tries to work over Morozov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Poulter lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Morozov is trying to break free.
Poulter avoiding damage.
Poulter tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Poulter softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Poulter takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Poulter throws a knee to the head but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov managing to block the knees to the body from Poulter.
Morozov has had enough of the clinch but Poulter keeps him there for the moment.
Poulter will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Morozov up against the cage.#T1#
Poulter is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Poulter misses with a knee to the head.
Morozov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Poulter stalls.
Poulter connects with a knee to the head.
Morozov is trying to break free.
Poulter landing knees to the head.
Morozov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Poulter lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Poulter misses with the head strike.
#T2##BC#
Morozov manages to break the clinch.
Morozov tries to bum rush Poulter with a series of wild strikes but Poulter uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Morozov scores with a sloppy right hand. Poulter should have avoided that one. #CL#
Morozov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morozov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Morozov breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Morozov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Poulter, pushing him back against the cage.
Poulter tries to land a knee to the head but Morozov blocks with his arms.
A frustrated look appears on Morozov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Morozov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Morozov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Poulter has Morozov pressed against the cage, preventing Morozov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Morozov wants to break free but Poulter has control.
Morozov avoiding damage as Poulter throws knees to the body.
#T3#
Morozov being controlled against the cage.
Morozov has had enough of the clinch but Poulter keeps him there for the moment.
Poulter stalling against the cage.
Morozov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Morozov working hard to break the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Poulter.
Morozov can't break the clinch.
Poulter landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Poulter is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #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.
Poulter using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Poulter is struggling to control the position.
Poulter tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Morozov avoids it.
A short right from Poulter on the inside.
Poulter has Morozov pressed against the cage, preventing Morozov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Poulter gets through Morozov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Poulter misses with a knee to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Poulter manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Poulter tries to land knees in the clinch but Morozov avoids the damage to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Poulter dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Morozov fails with a takedown attempt.
Morozov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Morozov throws a lazy head kick
and Poulter counters with a head kick. That will keep Morozov thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Morozov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Paul Poulter has been cut.#TD#
Morozov scores with a takedown into Poulter's guard.
Poulter working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Morozov.
Morozov postures up in Poulter's guard and throws a big left but Poulter blocks it.
Morozov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Morozov prevents Poulter from getting back to his feet.
Poulter preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Morozov 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.
Morozov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Morozov throwing strikes but missing.
Poulter keeping moving, preventing Morozov from controlling successfully.
Morozov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Poulter is looking to stand up but Morozov isn't so interested in that idea.
Morozov throws a strike but Poulter rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poulter stays in close to Morozov's body and controls the position. #T2#
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.
Poulter passes into half guard.
Morozov gets full guard.
Poulter stopping the sweep attempt from Morozov.
Poulter showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Morozov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Poulter passes into side control.
Morozov tries to bench press Poulter off him but Poulter keeps the position. #T3#
Morozov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Morozov stalling.
Morozov is trying to control. Poulter wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Morozov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Morozov with the ground and pound but Poulter uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Poulter working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Morozov.
Morozov throws a strike but Poulter rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Morozov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Poulter is aware though and is defending well.
Poulter works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Poulter controlling the action here.
Poulter works his way into side control. #SU2#
Poulter stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Poulter looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Morozov looks to throw the jab but Poulter is out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters circling - Morozov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Poulter gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morozov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
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 Fedor Morozov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Paul Poulter's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Morozov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Poulter pinned against the cage. Poulter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #KD#
Morozov catches Poulter napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Poulter to the canvas!
#ROC#
Poulter is rocked!
Morozov gets to his feet and stands over Poulter, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Poulter felt that one! Morozov unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Poulter from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
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Event:
Destiny 153: Jitsu vs. Nelson
Date: May 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Morozov shoots for a takedown but Booger saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Booger tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Morozov defends well and Booger ends up having to push Morozov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Morozov gets caught napping as Booger dives in and scores a takedown. Morozov manages to retain guard.
Booger postures up and lands a big shot to Morozov's brow.
Booger throwing strikes but missing.
Morozov wants to sweep but no luck.
Booger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morozov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morozov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Booger throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov can't keep his opponent in guard - Booger advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Morozov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Booger.
Booger sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Morozov defending well though. #T1#
Booger is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Morozov!
Morozov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Booger lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Morozov can't escape the position.
Booger is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Morozov is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
BOOM! Booger connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Morozov is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Booger cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#ROC#
Morozov is rocked!
Booger putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Morozov is still in real trouble! Can Booger finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oooh a big shot lands for Booger! Morozov is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Chris Booger!
During a confident post fight interview, Chris Booger thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Fedor Morozov had this to say: 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Destiny 151: Eruption
Date: May 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Morozov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lemieux sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Morozov somewhat.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Morozov.
Morozov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lemieux keeps working.
Lemieux is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Morozov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov trying to control the action but Lemieux is working from the bottom.
Lemieux is pushing Morozov's head away, looking to escape. Morozov manages to hold on to the position though.#T1##SUB2#
Morozov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Morozov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Lemieux is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Morozov is working Lemieux over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morozov is putting a hurting on Lemieux here, landing some big shots from side control.
Morozov working the head and body with strikes.
Morozov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Lemieux down.
Morozov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #ES#
Lemieux sneaks out the side door and pushes Morozov away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
Morozov moves into the clinch.
Lemieux lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
Lemieux escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A left lands for Morozov.#T3#
Morozov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lemieux on the side of the head.
Morozov throws a shot from downtown. Lemieux moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Lemieux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lemieux bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Morozov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lemieux manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#BC2#
Morozov breaks from the clinch.
Morozov lands a jab to the head.
Morozov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lemieux.
Nice shot lands for Lemieux.
Lemieux dodges the punch combination from Morozov.
It looked like Lemieux was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Morozov.#T4#
Morozov looks to score with a jab to the body but Lemieux is just out of range.
Lemieux missing with a left hand there. Morozov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Morozov rushes Lemieux and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Lemieux as the two fighters clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Lemieux breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Morozov fails with a takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Lemieux misses the target.
Morozov takes a swing at Lemieux's ribcage but misses.
David Lemieux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Morozov gets a clinch.
Lemieux stalls.
Lemieux avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Morozov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Morozov misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Lemieux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Morozov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Morozov tries to clinch up but Lemieux circles away and keeps his distance.
Morozov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lemieux in his tracks.
Lemieux misses the shot to the body.
Lemieux closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Morozov throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Morozov gets a double leg takedown into Lemieux's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morozov won't allow Lemieux to get back to his feet.
Morozov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lemieux wants to stand up but Morozov is controlling him. #T1#
Morozov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lemieux preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lemieux is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Morozov is controlling him.
Morozov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Lemieux manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Lemieux is looking to stand up but Morozov won't let him. #SU#
Lemieux gets to his feet. Morozov looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Morozov with a jab.
Morozov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lemieux misses with a straight left.
Fedor Morozov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Morozov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lemieux moves away.
Morozov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Morozov lands with a nice body punch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Morozov.
A head kick misses from Morozov.
Lemieux showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Morozov.
Lemieux takes one on the button.
Morozov misses with a hook. Lemieux ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Lemieux misses the target.
Morozov shoots in for a double leg but Lemieux sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little feinted left hand from Lemieux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morozov tests Lemieux's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A combination from Morozov does no damage.
Lemieux was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Morozov throws a head kick but Lemieux moves out of range.
#T3#
Morozov misses with a series of wild punches.
Morozov throws a good cross that connects.
Morozov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Morozov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lemieux misses with a looping left.
A jab from Lemieux misses.
Lemieux scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lemieux keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Morozov.#TD2#
Morozov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Morozov showed some decent athleticism there.
Lemieux avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Morozov. #T4#
Morozov stops Lemieux from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morozov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Morozov stops Lemieux from getting back to his feet.
Morozov working the head and body with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lemieux avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Morozov.
Morozov wants to take a breather but Lemieux is having none of it.
Lemieux is trying to stand.
#ES#
Lemieux kicks off Morozov and gets to his feet.
Lemieux slips under a jab from Morozov.
Lemieux slips under a jab from Morozov.
Lemieux throwing a counter right hand but Morozov manages to avoid it.
Fedor Morozov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lemieux throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Morozov throws a looping overhand right but Lemieux ducks down to avoid it.
Lemieux throwing a counter right hand but Morozov manages to avoid it.
Morozov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lemieux.
Morozov tries for a takedown but Lemieux circles away easily
and Lemieux counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Morozov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lemieux.
Lemieux misses with a hook.
Morozov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lemieux needs to keep his hands up - Morozov had a free shot at his head there.
Morozov misses with a hook
and Lemieux connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov throws an off balance right hand
and Lemieux counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Morozov shoots in for a double leg but Lemieux sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lemieux avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1#
Lemieux loads up on a big right hand but Morozov slips the punch.
Morozov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lemieux.
Morozov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Morozov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
David Lemieux has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Morozov.
Morozov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lemieux pinned against the cage. Lemieux gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Morozov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Morozov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lemieux sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lemieux misses with an uppercut.
Morozov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T2#
Morozov staying out of range there.
Morozov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Morozov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#
Morozov is rocked!
Morozov misses with a lunging right hand
and Lemieux scores with a counter punch that sends Morozov to the canvas! Lemieux smells blood - he's punishing Morozov with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Morozov has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). David Lemieux!
David Lemieux thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Fedor Morozov stepped up to the mic, saying 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
Destiny 147: Swagger vs Manley
Date: Apr 09, 2016 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Berganovic.
Berganovic throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Morozov.
Morozov is looking to clinch.
Berganovic tries for a takedown but Morozov circles away easily
and Morozov counters with a nice uppercut.
Morozov throws out a loose jab but Berganovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Morozov lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Morozov closes the distance and pushes Berganovic back into the cage.
Berganovic working aggressively here.
Morozov is trying to break the clinch but Berganovic is controlling him.
Morozov wants to break free but Berganovic has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morozov is trying to break free.
Berganovic has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Morozov after a bit of a struggle.
The referee is keeping an eye on Berganovic - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T1#
Berganovic has Morozov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Morozov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slobo Berganovic.
Berganovic fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Berganovic gets control of Morozov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Berganovic will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Morozov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Berganovic has momentary wrist control but Morozov slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Berganovic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morozov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morozov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Morozov tries to free his leg and advance position but Berganovic is retaining full guard.
Morozov preventing the sweep. #T2##SUB2#
Berganovic has his foot on Morozov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Morozov works his way back into a safe position though.
Morozov won't allow Berganovic to sweep him here.
Morozov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berganovic is trying to control the position but Morozov postures up.
Morozov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Morozov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Morozov landing some decent shots from guard.
Berganovic is pulling down on Morozov's head to control his posture.
Morozov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Morozov trying to control but Berganovic is working from the bottom.
Berganovic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Berganovic trying to control the position here.
Morozov stands and throws Berganovic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Morozov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Morozov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB#
Morozov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Berganovic knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Berganovic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Morozov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Berganovic is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T4#
Berganovic sneaks back into half guard.
Morozov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Berganovic defending well though. #SUB#
Morozov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Berganovic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Morozov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Berganovic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Morozov.
Berganovic wants to control but Morozov is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Morozov wants to pass the guard but Berganovic is defending well.
Berganovic is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
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.
#R2#
Morozov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#TD2#
Berganovic shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Berganovic was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Morozov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Morozov is desperately trying to improve his position but Berganovic has a good base and remains in mount.#SU2#
Berganovic gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Berganovic looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Berganovic shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Morozov sprawls well. Morozov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Berganovic gets slowly back to his feet.#T1##TD#
Morozov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Berganovic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Morozov is in Berganovic's guard.
Morozov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Fedor Morozov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Berganovic is pulling down on Morozov's head. It's preventing any offense from Morozov, at least for the moment.
Morozov postures up in Berganovic's guard and throws a big left but Berganovic blocks it.
Berganovic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Morozov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Berganovic throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Berganovic controlling the position.
Morozov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Morozov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Morozov won't allow Berganovic to get back to his feet.
Morozov throwing strikes from guard but Berganovic blocks nicely.
Morozov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Berganovic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Berganovic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Morozov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Berganovic wants to sweep here but Morozov controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Morozov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Berganovic.
Fedor Morozov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slobo Berganovic.
Berganovic shoots in looking for a takedown. Morozov tries to sprawl out of it but Berganovic keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Morozov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Morozov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Morozov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morozov feints with a jab and clips Berganovic right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Berganovic is sent crashing into the canvas and Morozov leaps in for the kill! Berganovic tries to get to his feet but Morozov is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Berganovic is in need of a savior and steps in!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Morozov!
Fedor Morozov looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Russian do not surrender!
I will prove to you that the Russian people is strong, not only physically, but also the spirit!
Old glory !!'.
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