Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: MMAHelsinki - 165
Date: Jan 28, 2018

#R1##TD#
Kalashnikov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ward to the ground. Kalashnikov is now in Ward's guard.
Ward avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov postures up in Ward's guard and throws a big left but Ward blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalashnikov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov passes Ward's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ward defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ward's head.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T1#
Ward is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kalashnikov is just content to waste time from the top position. Ward takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Kalashnikov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kalashnikov 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalashnikov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Ward rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ward postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Ward working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position here.
Kalashnikov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ward working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Ward scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Ward wants to pass the guard but Kalashnikov is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kalashnikov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes from guard but Ward blocks nicely.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalashnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ward working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.#T3#
Kalashnikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ward is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kalashnikov is controlling him.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Ward working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kalashnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kalashnikov connects with a nice looking jab.
Ward avoids the body shot from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ward or perhaps it was just good defense by Kalashnikov, which made it look bad.
Ward looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kalashnikov is fending him off so far but Ward persists. Nope, Kalashnikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kalashnikov connects with a nice looking jab. #TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ward manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kalashnikov stays in close to Ward's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ward is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kalashnikov is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mikhail Kalashnikov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Kalashnikov looking to score a takedown here. Ward is defending well but Kalashnikov drives through and ends up in Ward's guard.
Ward utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ward wants to stand but Kalashnikov is controlling the position.
Kalashnikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ward is keeping the position for now.
Kalashnikov with a nice head shot there.
Kalashnikov slips nicely into half guard.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Ward is defending the position.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here. #T1#
Ward is trying to stand back up but Kalashnikov is controlling him
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ward blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ward blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov is keen to just control but Ward is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Kalashnikov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kalashnikov thows a huge punch but Ward dodges it nicely.
Kalashnikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kalashnikov leaves Ward with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kalashnikov tries to counter with a takedown but Ward is quick to defend against it.
Kalashnikov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ward.
Kalashnikov lands a nice looking body shot.
Ward shoots in for a takedown but Kalashnikov shows good takedown defense.
Kalashnikov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mikhail Kalashnikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Ward.
Ward shoots in and drives through. Kalashnikov sprawls well.#TD#
Ward tries to sprawl but Kalashnikov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kalashnikov scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Kalashnikov is looking to stall here but Ward recovers full guard.
Kalashnikov 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.
Kalashnikov throws an elbow that misses. Ward uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalashnikov's guard. Nice move by Ward!#REVB#
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ward can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Ward drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ward jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ward postures up.
Kalashnikov 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##SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ward has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Ward is defending the position.
Kalashnikov thows a huge punch but Ward dodges it nicely.
Kalashnikov wants to take a breather but Ward is having none of it.
Kalashnikov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ward looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kalashnikov in particular looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mikhail Kalashnikov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kalashnikov connects with a body shot.
Kalashnikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalashnikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ward doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
so Kalashnikov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ward being controlled here, momentarily.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ward works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalashnikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Ward avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ward wants to stand up but Kalashnikov is controlling him.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ward is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kalashnikov is controlling him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kalashnikov stuffs the takedown attempt from Ward. Ward gets slowly back to his feet.
Kalashnikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kalashnikov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ward with a poor takedown #TD#
and Kalashnikov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Mikhail Kalashnikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Ward.
Ward preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Kalashnikov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kalashnikov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ward works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ward is looking to stand up but Kalashnikov isn't so interested in that idea.
Ward utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov looking to sit in guard and control but Ward gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Ward is fighting to break Kalashnikov's control of his arms but Kalashnikov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ward postures up and lands a big shot to Kalashnikov's brow. #T3##SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Ward pushes his legs off easily.
Kalashnikov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalashnikov is looking to work some ground and pound but Ward has wrist control.
Ward wants to stand up but Kalashnikov is controlling him.
Kalashnikov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes but missing.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Ward working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov looking to sit in guard and control but Ward gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kalashnikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ward manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kalashnikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kalashnikov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ward keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mikhail Kalashnikov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kalashnikov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 145
Date: Sep 24, 2017

#R1##TD#
Kalashnikov gets the takedown into side control.
Kalashnikov is looking to take a break and control but Ward is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ward regains half guard, as Kalashnikov was trying to land strikes. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura but Ward is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kalashnikov to get the leverage.
Kalashnikov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ward's head.
Ward keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ward taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard.
Ward is trying to stand back up but Kalashnikov is controlling him #T1#
Kalashnikov working Ward over with strikes.
Kalashnikov is taking a breather. Ward 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.
Kalashnikov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kalashnikov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kalashnikov throwing shots but Ward is blocking nicely.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ground and pound from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Ward is defending the position.
Kalashnikov 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.
Kalashnikov working Ward over with strikes. #T2#
Kalashnikov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kalashnikov looks to land a strike but Ward avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Kalashnikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ward swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ward is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kalashnikov is controlling him.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ward is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kalashnikov throwing strikes from guard but Ward blocks nicely.
Kalashnikov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Ward avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ward manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ward keeping full guard, as Kalashnikov tries to pass. #T4#
Kalashnikov throws an elbow that misses. Ward uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalashnikov's guard. Nice move by Ward!#REVB#
Ward throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kalashnikov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalashnikov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ward got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kalashnikov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ward has managed to get both his arms back between Kalashnikov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Ward got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kalashnikov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ward has managed to get both his arms back between Kalashnikov's legs - danger averted.
Kalashnikov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Ward pushes his legs off easily.
Ward trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ward chips away with some ground and pound.
Ward postures up and lands a big shot to Kalashnikov's brow.
Ward postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kalashnikov looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov 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##TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ward manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kalashnikov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kalashnikov throws an elbow that misses. Ward uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalashnikov's guard. Nice move by Ward!#REVB##SUB#
Kalashnikov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ward doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ward manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ward loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ward landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Kalashnikov has his foot on Ward's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ward works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kalashnikov working for a triangle but Ward defends it easily. #SUB#
Ward avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Kalashnikov looking to control. #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a guillotine here but Ward defends easily.
Ward postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kalashnikov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ward connects with a couple of short punches.#CUT2#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ward stands up over Kalashnikov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ward stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kalashnikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ward lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ward is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ward must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ward's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ward lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Ward thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ward scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a guillotine here but Ward defends easily.
Ward postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ward chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Ward pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Kalashnikov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ward defends it easily.#T3#
Ward lands a couple of digs.
Ward working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kalashnikov's head.#SUB#
Kalashnikov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ward is in close to Kalashnikov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ward lands a couple of elbows.#ROC2#
Kalashnikov is rocked!
Ward keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kalashnikov's head.
Oh Kalashnikov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ward arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Kalashnikov's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Max Ward!
After winning the bout, Max Ward thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 141
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Petersen sprawls well. Petersen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kalashnikov gets slowly back to his feet.
Petersen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kalashnikov moves away from the strike by Petersen.
Petersen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kalashnikov.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalashnikov. #TD#
Kalashnikov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Petersen wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well.
Petersen trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen is controlling Kalashnikov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Petersen is keeping him busy.
Petersen avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalashnikov.
Petersen has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Petersen trying to control from the bottom. #T1#
Petersen is trying to get back to full guard.
Petersen is looking to control Kalashnikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Petersen avoid being mounted?
Kalashnikov is looking to stall here but Petersen recovers full guard.
Kalashnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes from guard but Petersen blocks nicely.
Kalashnikov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Petersen has control of Kalashnikov's left arm, preventing Kalashnikov from doing any damage. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Petersen working a defensive guard here.
Kalashnikov distracts Petersen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kalashnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Kalashnikov 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.
Kalashnikov 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. #T3#
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Petersen trying to control the position.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Petersen looking for a guillotine here but Kalashnikov defends easily.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalashnikov preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Petersen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kalashnikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kalashnikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kalashnikov 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.#T4#
Kalashnikov controlling from the top position.
Kalashnikov won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Kalashnikov throws a big elbow that misses.
Petersen keeping full guard, as Kalashnikov tries to pass.
Kalashnikov is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Petersen looking for a guillotine here but Kalashnikov defends easily.
Kalashnikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kalashnikov lands a jab to the nose.
Petersen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kalashnikov on the side of the head.
Petersen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalashnikov.
Petersen throws a hook but Kalashnikov avoids it easily.
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Petersen can do to turn this around?
Kalashnikov moves away from the strike by Petersen. #TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in and gets a takedown into Petersen's guard.#SUB#
Kalashnikov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Petersen dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Petersen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kalashnikov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Petersen drops back looking for a leg! Kalashnikov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kalashnikov manages to kick Petersen off! Petersen jumps back into Kalashnikov's guard. #T1##SUB#
Kalashnikov has his foot on Petersen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petersen works his way back into a safe position though.
Petersen looking to pass the guard.
Kalashnikov keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen looking to control. #T2#
Petersen has Kalashnikov pulled in close to control his posture.
Kalashnikov landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalashnikov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Petersen is adopting a defensive guard.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Kalashnikov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Petersen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalashnikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Petersen is trying to keep Kalashnikov in close.
Kalashnikov chips away with some ground and pound.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Petersen trying to control the position.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Petersen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kalashnikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kalashnikov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen pulls Kalashnikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kalashnikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes from guard but Petersen blocks nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen pulls Kalashnikov in to control the position.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Petersen lands with a nice combination. Kalashnikov backs away looking to recover.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kalashnikov loads up on a big right hand but Petersen slips the punch.
Kalashnikov slips a straight right by Petersen.
Kalashnikov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kalashnikov catches Petersen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kalashnikov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Petersen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Petersen just misses with a punch to the body.
Petersen scores with a jab to the body.
Kalashnikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Petersen.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalashnikov.
A big right from Kalashnikov misses.
Kalashnikov 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 had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen loads up on a big right hand but Kalashnikov slips the punch.
Petersen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kalashnikov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Petersen defends well and Kalashnikov ends up having to push Petersen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Petersen lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Petersen. #T1#
Kalashnikov defending well as Petersen loads up on a big left hand.
Petersen throws the left hand but Kalashnikov avoids the punch easily.
Petersen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalashnikov.
Petersen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalashnikov.
Petersen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kalashnikov closes the distance and clinches up with Petersen, looking for a takedown. Kalashnikov pushes Petersen against the cage but Petersen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A nice side step and Petersen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Petersen cracks Kalashnikov with a good jab.
The crowd cheers as Petersen lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalashnikov doesn't seem phased though.
Kalashnikov shoots for a takedown but Petersen saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice defenses there by Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Petersen but Petersen pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kalashnikov has his takedown stuffed
and Petersen counters with a straight right hand.
Kalashnikov dives in for a single leg takedown but Petersen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kalashnikov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Petersen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Kalashnikov walks into a straight right hand from Petersen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petersen swings for the body but Kalashnikov moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Petersen. Those never looked like landing.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov misses with a takedown attempt
letting Petersen counter with a right hand.
Kalashnikov moves away from the strike by Petersen.
Petersen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Kalashnikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalashnikov has a takedown stuffed.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Petersen as he avoids it easily.
Petersen ducks under a wild hook from Kalashnikov.
Petersen jabs at Kalashnikov's body.
A jab from Petersen finds it's way through Kalashnikov's defenses.
Kalashnikov throws a jab when Petersen was well out of range.#T3#
A big left from Petersen misses.
Kalashnikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petersen.
Kalashnikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petersen.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Petersen but Petersen pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kalashnikov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kalashnikov has a takedown stuffed.
Petersen jabs at Kalashnikov's body.
Kalashnikov shoots and misses
enabling Petersen to counter with a crisp jab.
Petersen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Petersen lands a jab to Kalashnikov's midsection.
Petersen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kalashnikov moves away.
Petersen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalashnikov. #T4#
Kalashnikov lands a jab to the nose.
Petersen takes a swing at Kalashnikov's ribcage but misses.
Kalashnikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Petersen is fending him off so far but Kalashnikov persists. Nope, Petersen circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kalashnikov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Petersen tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Petersen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position but Petersen is working away.
Petersen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Darrel Petersen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kalashnikov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Petersen missing with punches from the bottom. #SUB2#
Petersen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darrel Petersen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kalashnikov 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Our winner, Mikhail Kalashnikov, 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.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 137
Date: Aug 12, 2017

#R1#
Kalashnikov has a takedown stuffed.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown but Halverson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kalashnikov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Halverson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kalashnikov somewhat.
Thatcher Halverson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Nice takedown defense from Halverson. No joy for Kalashnikov on that attempt.
Halverson is looking to counter punch.
Halverson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kalashnikov throws out the jab.
Halverson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Kalashnikov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Halverson is keeping the position for now.
Halverson 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.#SUB#
Halverson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kalashnikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Kalashnikov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Halverson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalashnikov postures up and lands a big shot to Halverson's brow.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov stays in close to Halverson's body and controls the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Halverson's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kalashnikov stopping the sweep attempt from Halverson.
Kalashnikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kalashnikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Halverson is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov preventing the sweep. #T2#
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov cracks Halverson with a solid left hand.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes but missing.
Kalashnikov postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalashnikov landing with the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalashnikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kalashnikov postures up and lands a big shot to Halverson's brow.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Halverson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kalashnikov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
Halverson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Halverson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halverson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halverson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Halverson advances position into side control!#SUB#
Halverson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kalashnikov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kalashnikov regains half guard.#T4#
Halverson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kalashnikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Halverson works his way into full mount!
Kalashnikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Halverson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kalashnikov looks a forlorn figure.
Halverson with the ground and pound from mount.
Halverson tries to control but Kalashnikov wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov tries to hold on but Halverson pushes him away.
Halverson lands with some strikes.
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 Thatcher Halverson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kalashnikov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Halverson momentarily.
Kalashnikov shoots in and drives through. Halverson sprawls well.#TD#
Halverson feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kalashnikov wants to control the position but Halverson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Kalashnikov moves into full guard.
Thatcher Halverson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Halverson defends it easily.
Kalashnikov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Halverson content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Halverson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Halverson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Halverson pushing down on Kalashnikov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kalashnikov is doing well to control the position and prevent Halverson from advancing to side control.
Halverson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Still in half guard, Halverson seems content to control.
Halverson working Kalashnikov over with strikes.
Kalashnikov manages to get to full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Halverson pushes his legs off easily.
Halverson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kalashnikov's head.
Halverson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kalashnikov keeping moving, preventing Halverson from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov controls Halverson momentarily but Halverson frees himself.
Halverson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Halverson trying to control but Kalashnikov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Halverson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Halverson 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. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halverson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halverson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Halverson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Halverson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Halverson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kalashnikov's guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control but can't.
Halverson trying to control from half guard but Kalashnikov is working away.
Kalashnikov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kalashnikov keeping moving, preventing Halverson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halverson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Halverson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thatcher Halverson 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#
Halverson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD#
Kalashnikov tries to sprawl but Halverson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to maintain the position but Halverson is very close to passing his half guard.
Halverson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kalashnikov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halverson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kalashnikov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Halverson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Kalashnikov is in a horrible position here. Halverson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #T1#
Halverson working the ground and pound effectively.
Kalashnikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Halverson is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Kalashnikov can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Halverson 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.
Kalashnikov is squirming around, avoiding Halverson's attempts to control the action.
Halverson prevents Kalashnikov from getting the reversal.
Halverson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Halverson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kalashnikov's face.
Halverson lands a heavy elbow.
Halverson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kalashnikov can do to turn this around?
Halverson cracks Kalashnikov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T2#
Halverson unloading with bombs!#ROC#
Kalashnikov is rocked!
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Halverson frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Halverson is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kalashnikov is still in real trouble! Can Halverson finish him?
Halverson landing strikes from the mount.
Halverson loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Kalashnikov scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Halverson land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Halverson stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Thatcher Halverson!

Event: MMAHelsinki - 132
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1##TD#
Ward gets caught napping as Kalashnikov dives in and scores a takedown. Ward manages to retain guard.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kalashnikov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving.
Kalashnikov prevents Ward from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Ward rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kalashnikov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ward is aware though and is defending well.
Ward must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ward distracts Kalashnikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position here.
Ward lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Ward throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov controls Ward momentarily but Ward frees himself. #SUB2#
Ward drops back looking for a leg! Kalashnikov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kalashnikov manages to kick Ward off! Ward jumps back into Kalashnikov's guard. #SUB#
Ward avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalashnikov has momentary wrist control but Ward slips an elbow through the middle.
Kalashnikov 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.
Ward with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Ward got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kalashnikov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ward has managed to get both his arms back between Kalashnikov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kalashnikov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ward defends it easily.
Ward postures up in Kalashnikov's guard and throws a big left but Kalashnikov blocks it. #T2#
Ward scoring with some ground and pound.
Ward postures up and lands a big shot to Kalashnikov's brow.
Ward working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ward landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kalashnikov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ward. #SUB#
Kalashnikov has his foot on Ward's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ward works his way back into a safe position though.
Ward scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Ward avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ward with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3##SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ward cracks Kalashnikov with a solid left hand.
Ward works over Kalashnikov with some ground and pound from guard.
Ward is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ward chips away with some ground and pound.#ROC2#
Kalashnikov is rocked!#SUB#
Kalashnikov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Oh Kalashnikov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ward distracts Kalashnikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ward stands up over Kalashnikov, holding on to his feet. Ward throws the legs to one side and dives in with a huge shot that lands flush on the chin! Kalashnikov is out cold! Ward lands a couple more shots and the ref tackles him out of the way! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Max Ward!
An out of breath Max Ward thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 125
Date: Jun 11, 2017

#R1##TD#
Kalashnikov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kalashnikov working away.
Provenza is looking to regain half guard here but Kalashnikov keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here as Kalashnikov stalls from top position.
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Provenza to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Kalashnikov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kalashnikov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.
Provenza is trying to maintain the position but Kalashnikov is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov working Provenza over with strikes. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nice strikes from Kalashnikov there. #T1#
Kalashnikov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Provenza trying to hold on to Kalashnikov's head to control him but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Provenza defends it well.
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard.
Kalashnikov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Provenza flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Provenza throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Provenza moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov 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.#T2#
Provenza wants to sweep here but Kalashnikov controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Kalashnikov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kalashnikov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Provenza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalashnikov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Provenza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kalashnikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kalashnikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.#T3#
Provenza 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.
Kalashnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Provenza working a defensive guard here.
Kalashnikov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Kalashnikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Provenza is retaining full guard.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kalashnikov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kalashnikov looks up at the clock and then as Provenza takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kalashnikov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kalashnikov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Kalashnikov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Provenza down.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a big right hand but Provenza just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Kalashnikov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Provenza is trying to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza wants to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Provenza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov working over Provenza with some ground and pound. Provenza looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Provenza is defending the position.
Provenza is not content to let Kalashnikov control the position.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Provenza doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalashnikov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Provenza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalashnikov.
Provenza leaves Kalashnikov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheers as Provenza lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalashnikov doesn't seem phased though.
Provenza looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kalashnikov is fending him off so far but Provenza persists. Nope, Kalashnikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kalashnikov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kalashnikov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Kalashnikov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Provenza sprawls well initially but Kalashnikov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Provenza can do to turn this around?
Kalashnikov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Provenza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Provenza wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #SUB2#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Kalashnikov controlling the pace.
Kalashnikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Provenza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza is looking to improve his position.
Provenza on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Provenza wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
Provenza tries to get to full guard but Kalashnikov has control of the leg.
Kalashnikov 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. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Provenza sees it coming and defends easily.
Provenza is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kalashnikov prevents Provenza from improving his position.
Kalashnikov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza is looking to escape.
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Provenza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.#T3#
Kalashnikov lands with a punch from half guard.
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Provenza missing with punches from the bottom.
Provenza is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza punching from the bottom.
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. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Provenza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Provenza makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Provenza.
Kalashnikov is working Provenza over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Provenza manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kalashnikov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Provenza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Provenza content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Provenza lands a couple of elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
That's time! Kalashnikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza stuffs the takedown attempt from Kalashnikov. Kalashnikov gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Kalashnikov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Provenza to the mat! Provenza manages to get full guard.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving. #SUB2#
Provenza escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kalashnikov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kalashnikov stands up over Provenza, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Provenza throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Provenza wants to stand but Kalashnikov is controlling the position.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Provenza looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kalashnikov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1#
Kalashnikov slips a nice elbow through Provenza's hands, connecting with Provenza's forehead.
Kalashnikov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kalashnikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
Provenza is trying to stand back up but Kalashnikov is controlling him
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov is nestled in close to Provenza, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura but Provenza is defending well.
Provenza trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kalashnikov manages to pass to mount!
Kalashnikov raining down shots from the mount!#T2#
Kalashnikov lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#
Provenza is rocked!
Kalashnikov looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Provenza covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
After winning the bout, Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 117
Date: May 10, 2017

#R1#
Kalashnikov fails with the takedown.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chartier as he jumps to the side.
Kalashnikov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Chartier counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chartier stuffs the takedown.
Kalashnikov goes for a double leg but Chartier avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Chartier continues to drive forward.
Chartier throws out a counter right but Kalashnikov avoids it with no problem.
Kalashnikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Chartier.
It seemed like Chartier was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kalashnikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chartier.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov defending well as Chartier loads up on a big left hand.
Chartier misses with a looping right.#TD#
Kalashnikov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into 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.
Kalashnikov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kalashnikov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Kalashnikov misses with the ground and pound.
Chartier really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kalashnikov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chartier has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Kalashnikov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Chartier rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kalashnikov's guard! Nice work there by Chartier! #SUB#
Kalashnikov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chartier can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Kalashnikov has his foot on Chartier's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chartier works his way back into a safe position though.#T2##SUB#
Kalashnikov is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Chartier rolls with it to try and escape but Kalashnikov cranks on the arm and Chartier is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 99
Date: Feb 26, 2017

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Ward or perhaps it was just good defense by Kalashnikov, which made it look bad.
Good standup being displayed there by Kalashnikov as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Kalashnikov drives through with a takedown into Ward's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes but missing.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov postures up in Ward's guard and throws a big left but Ward blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kalashnikov throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalashnikov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kalashnikov chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Kalashnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward keeping full guard, as Kalashnikov tries to pass.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes but missing.
Kalashnikov won't allow Ward to get back to his feet.
My spies in Killer Instinct inform me that Kalashnikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kalashnikov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kalashnikov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kalashnikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalashnikov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.
Kalashnikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ward utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kalashnikov throws a big elbow that misses.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Kalashnikov shoots in and bounces Ward off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T3#
Ward avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov has gone for a leg lock! Ward slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kalashnikov's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kalashnikov controls Ward momentarily but Ward frees himself.
Ward works over Kalashnikov with some ground and pound from guard.
Ward postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Ward pushes his legs off easily.
Ward scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Ward is sitting in close to Kalashnikov's body. Kalashnikov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Ward is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Ward is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Kalashnikov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
A relieved looking Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 95
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
Kalashnikov looks for a takedown but Jackson sprawls well.
Jackson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jackson wants it to stay on the feet.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kalashnikov's head.#TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kalashnikov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kalashnikov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Sloppy strikes there by Kalashnikov.
The strikes coming from Kalashnikov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
Kalashnikov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kalashnikov 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.#T1#
Kalashnikov controlling from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound from side control.
Jackson wants to control but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov taking a break here but Jackson is having none of it and regains half guard.
Kalashnikov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kalashnikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Jackson is not content to let Kalashnikov control the position.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kalashnikov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kalashnikov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalashnikov. #SUB#
Kalashnikov seems to be looking for submissions.
Kalashnikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Jackson is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard. #T3#
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kalashnikov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Jackson reverses the position - he's now on top in Kalashnikov's guard.
Kalashnikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Kalashnikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kalashnikov, not yet.
Jackson trying to control but Kalashnikov is working from the bottom.
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Kalashnikov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kalashnikov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jackson uses it to pass to side control.
Jackson controls the position from side control.
Jackson trying to control the position but Kalashnikov is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson taking a breather here.
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 Mikhail Kalashnikov will probably get the nod.
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#
Kalashnikov goes for a double leg but Jackson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jackson continues to drive forward.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Kalashnikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jackson defends it nicely.
Kalashnikov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jackson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jackson as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalashnikov fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kalashnikov closes the distance and clinches up with Jackson, looking for a takedown. Kalashnikov pushes Jackson against the cage but Jackson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jackson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jackson enables Kalashnikov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jackson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Jackson managing to control the position.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Jackson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Jackson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB#
Kalashnikov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jackson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson advances position into side control!
Kalashnikov is looking to reverse the position.
Kalashnikov being controlled for a moment.
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3#
Kalashnikov is pressing down on Jackson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jackson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but Kalashnikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kalashnikov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalashnikov won't allow Jackson to sweep him here. #T4#
Kalashnikov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jackson's guard.
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kalashnikov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jackson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jackson defending well though.
Kalashnikov stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
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 Mikhail Kalashnikov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kalashnikov shoots for a takedown but Jackson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kalashnikov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jackson avoids it really well and circles away.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalashnikov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jackson's waist but Jackson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kalashnikov off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikhail Kalashnikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalashnikov fails with the takedown
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A lazy left from Jackson finds it's target.#CUT2#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Kalashnikov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jackson swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalashnikov shoots in but no luck this time.
Jackson unleashes a big counter combination but Kalashnikov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jackson lands with a straight right. Kalashnikov didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
Jackson throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Kalashnikov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kalashnikov won't allow Jackson to sweep him here.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson controls Kalashnikov momentarily but Kalashnikov frees himself.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Jackson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kalashnikov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kalashnikov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jackson defends it easily.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2#
Jackson stays in close to Kalashnikov's body and controls the position.
Jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kalashnikov keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle but Jackson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a guillotine here but Jackson defends easily.
Jackson is stalling in the full guard.
Rodney Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB#
Jackson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jackson stays in close to Kalashnikov's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Kalashnikov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jackson escapes and throws Kalashnikov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4#
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.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura here.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kalashnikov tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson wants to control but Kalashnikov is keeping him busy.
Kalashnikov gets full guard.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rodney Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kalashnikov 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 91
Date: Jan 21, 2017

#R1#
Ramsey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kalashnikov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Ramsey gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kalashnikov stays in close to Ramsey's body and controls the position.
Kalashnikov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kalashnikov trying to control the action but Ramsey is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramsey is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kalashnikov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ramsey's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Kalashnikov trying to control the position but Ramsey is working away.
Ramsey is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ramsey is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Kalashnikov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Check out the look on Kalashnikov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Ramsey being controlled for a moment.
Kalashnikov lands a nice forearm strike.
Kalashnikov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Kalashnikov wants to control but Ramsey is keeping him busy.
Ramsey is trying to get back to half guard.
Kalashnikov landing strikes.
Kalashnikov working the body and head with strikes.
Kalashnikov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kalashnikov cracks Ramsey with a big elbow.
Ramsey taking a bit of punishment here - Kalashnikov scoring with strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ramsey knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ramsey looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ramsey is pushing Kalashnikov's head away, looking to escape. Kalashnikov manages to hold on to the position though.
Ramsey knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kalashnikov on the ground.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3##SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ramsey has escaped the position, nice work there.
Check out the look on Kalashnikov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ramsey to see if he's OK.
My spies in Killer Instinct inform me that Kalashnikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kalashnikov scoring with punches from side control.
Kalashnikov looks up at the clock and then as Ramsey takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kalashnikov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #ROC2#
Ramsey is rocked!#SUB2#
Kalashnikov in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Ramsey is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
During a confident post fight interview, Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Kenny Ramsey stepped up to the mic, saying 'i ll be back stronger'.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 86
Date: Dec 31, 2016

#R1#
Venables swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Venables throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Kalashnikov counters with a single leg into guard. Venables didn't expect that.
Kalashnikov passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Venables is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kalashnikov cracks Venables with a big right hand but Venables just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position but Venables is working away.
Kalashnikov 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.
Kalashnikov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kalashnikov tries for a kimura but Venables is defending well.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Kalashnikov lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov throws an elbow but Venables slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Venables is keeping him busy.
Venables struggling a bit here.
Venables dodges the ground and pound from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Venables keeps working.
Kalashnikov lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov scoring with punches and elbows.
Venables is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing that Kalashnikov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2#
Kalashnikov working over Venables with some ground and pound. Venables looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalashnikov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Venables defending well though.
Well, if Kalashnikov 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. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura here.
Kalashnikov throwing shots but Venables is blocking nicely.
Kalashnikov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kalashnikov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kalashnikov not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3##SUB#
Venables is defending against the submission attempts here by Kalashnikov.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kalashnikov working over Venables with some ground and pound. Venables looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Venables trying to control but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kalashnikov controlling the pace.
Kalashnikov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Venables with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kalashnikov working Venables over with strikes.
Venables holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T4##SUB#
Kalashnikov is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Venables as he works his way to full guard.
Kalashnikov is in close to Venables's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Venables keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalashnikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kalashnikov lands a couple of digs.
Venables trying to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.
Kalashnikov is looking to work some ground and pound but Venables has wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov 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#
Kalashnikov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Venables stuffs the takedown.
Venables lands a front kick.
Venables turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Venables. #TD#
Kalashnikov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Venables is looking for a sweep.
Kalashnikov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Kalashnikov cracks Venables with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalashnikov dominating with strikes here.
The referee warns Venables that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T1#
Kalashnikov is landing with some decent strikes but Venables is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Venables is surviving well by controlling Kalashnikov's body position as best he can.
Venables is desperately trying to improve his position but Kalashnikov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kalashnikov dominating with strikes here.
Venables wants to control but Kalashnikov is having none of it.
The referee warns Venables that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kalashnikov lands with some strikes.
Kalashnikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kalashnikov lands a heavy elbow. #T2#
Kalashnikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Venables in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Venables is squirming around, avoiding Kalashnikov's attempts to control the action.
Kalashnikov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Kalashnikov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Venables looks a forlorn figure.
Kalashnikov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #CUT#
It looks like Joseph Venables has been cut.
Kalashnikov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Venables is looking to escape.
Kalashnikov cracks Venables with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #ROC#
Venables is rocked!#T3#
Kalashnikov tries to control but Venables wriggling away.
Kalashnikov with good strikes from the mount here!
Kalashnikov breaks from Venables's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kalashnikov tries to control but Venables wriggling away. #T4#
Venables is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Venables is surviving well by controlling Kalashnikov's body position as best he can.
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Venables can do to turn this around?
Kalashnikov punishing his opponent with strikes.
Venables takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Kalashnikov is landing with some decent strikes but Venables is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
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!
Kalashnikov looking to control but Venables is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joseph Venables's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Venables throws a quick inside leg kick.
Venables throws a low kick but Kalashnikov moves out of range easily. #TD#
Venables gets caught napping as Kalashnikov dives in and scores a takedown. Venables manages to retain guard.
Venables working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Venables is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov is looking to work some ground and pound but Venables has wrist control.
Kalashnikov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Venables looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kalashnikov landing with the ground and pound. #T1##SUB2#
Venables looking for a guillotine here but Kalashnikov defends easily.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Venables wants to hit a switch here but Kalashnikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Venables there! #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Venables has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Venables! #SUB#
Kalashnikov has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Venables doesn't defend quickly enough and Kalashnikov has managed to lock this one up! Can Venables escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kalashnikov on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 64
Date: Sep 22, 2016

#R1#
Kalashnikov fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Kalashnikov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Grimes sprawls well initially but Kalashnikov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kalashnikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kalashnikov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Grimes defending well though.
Ground and pound from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grimes keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nice strikes from Kalashnikov there. #T1#
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Grimes is working away.
Ground and pound from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kalashnikov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kalashnikov is keen to just control but Grimes is a slippery customer.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Grimes keeping hold of Kalashnikov's head, controlling as best he can.
Kalashnikov is keen to just control but Grimes is a slippery customer.
Grimes is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2##SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura here.
Kalashnikov with the ground and pound but Grimes uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Grimes looking for a sweep. Not yet Grimes, not yet.
Kalashnikov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kalashnikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Grimes can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes from guard but Grimes blocks nicely.
Kalashnikov 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.
Kalashnikov throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Grimes working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Kalashnikov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Grimes controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Grimes is defending against the submission attempts here by Kalashnikov. #T4#
Kalashnikov controlling the pace.
Grimes 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.
Kalashnikov is just content to waste time from the top position. Grimes takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Grimes is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov throws a strike but Grimes rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalashnikov trying to control the position. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grimes defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that round.
That's time! Kalashnikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Grimes leaves Kalashnikov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Grimes 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. #CUT2#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Grimes throws a body punch but Kalashnikov moves out of range. #TD#
Kalashnikov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grimes can do to turn this around?
Kalashnikov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position but Grimes is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov grinds an elbow into Grimes's temple.
Kalashnikov working away.#T1#
Kalashnikov trying to control the position but Grimes is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalashnikov lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Grimes sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kalashnikov lands a nice forearm strike.
Kalashnikov throws an elbow but Grimes slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound.
Grimes regains half guard there - taking advantage of Kalashnikov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalashnikov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Grimes with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Grimes tries to get to full guard but Kalashnikov has control of the leg.
Kalashnikov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Grimes defending well though.
Grimes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Grimes is defending the position.
Kalashnikov passes to side control.
Kalashnikov lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grimes keeps working.
Kalashnikov misses with the ground and pound.#T3#
Kalashnikov laying and praying for a moment but Grimes takes advantage and regains half guard.
Grimes really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kalashnikov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Grimes is keeping him busy.
Kalashnikov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kalashnikov is controlling the pace.
Kalashnikov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kalashnikov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalashnikov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Grimes regains full guard. Nicely done.
Grimes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kalashnikov throws a big right hand that misses.
Kalashnikov works over Grimes with some ground and pound from guard.
Kalashnikov passes into half guard.
Kalashnikov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalashnikov lands a nice short elbow.
Kalashnikov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mikhail Kalashnikov's cut.
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#
No luck for Kalashnikov with that takedown attempt.
Brian Grimes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheers as Grimes lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalashnikov doesn't seem phased though.#TD#
Kalashnikov gets the takedown into side control.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound but Grimes is defending the strikes.
An elbow from Kalashnikov crashes against the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound but Grimes is defending the strikes.
Kalashnikov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Kalashnikov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T1#
Grimes managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kalashnikov.
Grimes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kalashnikov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Grimes is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Kalashnikov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kalashnikov controls the position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Grimes is trying to control Kalashnikov's posture but Kalashnikov avoids it.
The ground and pound from Kalashnikov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kalashnikov tries to advance to mount but Grimes denies him.
Kalashnikov cracks Grimes with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kalashnikov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Kalashnikov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Grimes has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kalashnikov but great work by Grimes.
Kalashnikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Grimes trying to control the position but Kalashnikov is working away.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kalashnikov wants to control but Grimes postures up.
Kalashnikov tries to bench press Grimes off him but Grimes keeps the position.
Kalashnikov is trying to control Grimes's posture but Grimes avoids it.
Grimes trying to control the position but Kalashnikov is working away.
Brian Grimes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kalashnikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Grimes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kalashnikov is trying to control Grimes's posture but Grimes avoids it.
Kalashnikov is looking for a sweep.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kalashnikov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Grimes off and has taken his back!
Kalashnikov is not going to allow Grimes to sit and survive in this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov misses with a punch to the head.
Kalashnikov lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mikhail Kalashnikov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kalashnikov, 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 57
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Damballah throws a right and a left that Kalashnikov avoids nicely.
Damballah tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Damballah scores with a one two! Kalashnikov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Damballah swinging wildly here. #TD2#
Kalashnikov looking to score a takedown here. Damballah is defending well but Kalashnikov drives through and ends up in Damballah's guard.
Damballah preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
My spies in Netherlands Top Team & KT inform me that Kalashnikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Damballah wants to stand and escape but Kalashnikov is having none of it.
Kalashnikov works over Damballah with some ground and pound from guard.
Kalashnikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalashnikov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Damballah wants to stand and escape but Kalashnikov is having none of it.
Kalashnikov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kalashnikov prevents Damballah from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Kalashnikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Damballah knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kalashnikov on the ground.
Damballah seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Damballah wants to get back to his feet but Kalashnikov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kalashnikov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kalashnikov won't allow Damballah to get back to his feet.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalashnikov postures up and lands a big shot to Damballah's brow.
Kalashnikov prevents Damballah from getting back to his feet.
Kalashnikov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Damballah's head.
Damballah is looking to stand up but Kalashnikov isn't so interested in that idea.
Kalashnikov scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Kalashnikov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kalashnikov won't allow Damballah to get back to his feet.
Kalashnikov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Damballah wants to stand but Kalashnikov is controlling the position.
Kalashnikov slips nicely into half guard.
Damballah wants to get back to his feet.
Kalashnikov working over Damballah with some ground and pound. Damballah looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalashnikov prevents Damballah from standing back up.
Kalashnikov is controlling the pace. #T3#
Kalashnikov stops Damballah from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Damballah's temple.
Kalashnikov working Damballah over with strikes.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Damballah is trying to stand.
Kalashnikov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Damballah with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kalashnikov working the head and body with strikes.
Damballah tries to kick Kalashnikov off but Kalashnikov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Damballah defend it? Kalashnikov steps over the head and cranks it - Damballah is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Kalashnikov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
During a confident post fight interview, Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 48
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Kalashnikov scores with a takedown into Primicin's guard.
Primicin trying to control the position.
Kalashnikov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Primicin's head.
Primicin wants to get back to his feet but Kalashnikov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kalashnikov trying to control but Primicin is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov prevents Primicin from getting back to his feet.
Kalashnikov won't allow Primicin to sweep him here.
Kalashnikov stops Primicin from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kalashnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalashnikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Kalashnikov trying to control but Primicin is working from the bottom.
Kalashnikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Primicin trying to control the position.
Primicin is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kalashnikov is controlling him.
Primicin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalashnikov is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A cross from Kalashnikov lands.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Primicin sprawls well. Primicin wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kalashnikov gets slowly back to his feet.
Primicin throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Kalashnikov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kalashnikov throwing strikes from guard but Primicin blocks nicely.
Kalashnikov working some strikes from top position.
Primicin being controlled here, momentarily.
Primicin wants to stand up but Kalashnikov is controlling him. #T3#
Primicin wants to sweep here but Kalashnikov controlling him for the moment.
Primicin wants to stand up but Kalashnikov is controlling him.
My spies in Netherlands Top Team & KT inform me that Kalashnikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Primicin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov is looking to work some ground and pound but Primicin has wrist control.
Kalashnikov postures up in Primicin's guard and throws a big left but Primicin blocks it.
Primicin 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Primicin controls Kalashnikov momentarily but Kalashnikov frees himself.
Kalashnikov won't allow Primicin to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kalashnikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Primicin defends it nicely.
Primicin wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Primicin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kalashnikov is defended easily by Primicin.
Ivan Primicin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Primicin throws a shot from downtown. Kalashnikov moves away and avoids it.
Kalashnikov fails to land the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Primicin misses the target.
Nice takedown defense from Primicin. No joy for Kalashnikov on that attempt.
Kalashnikov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalashnikov with a poor takedown
enabling Primicin to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Kalashnikov misses.
Kalashnikov slips a straight right by Primicin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov 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#
Primicin misses with a straight right.
Kalashnikov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Primicin's waist but Primicin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kalashnikov off to one side.
Kalashnikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Primicin defends it nicely.
A swing and a miss from Kalashnikov.#TD2#
Kalashnikov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Primicin wants to sweep here but Kalashnikov controlling him for the moment.
Kalashnikov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Primicin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Primicin is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kalashnikov is controlling him.
Kalashnikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Primicin is retaining full guard.
Kalashnikov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Primicin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov stands up over Primicin, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mikhail Kalashnikov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Primicin wants to stand and escape but Kalashnikov is having none of it.
Kalashnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalashnikov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Primicin trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Primicin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #ES#
Primicin scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Kalashnikov shoots in but no luck this time.
Primicin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ivan Primicin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Nice shot by Kalashnikov.
Primicin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kalashnikov's hands.
A big left from Primicin misses.
Ivan Primicin is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Kalashnikov shoots and misses
and Primicin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalashnikov shoots in but no luck this time.
Kalashnikov ducks under a wild hook from Primicin.
Kalashnikov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Primicin cracks Kalashnikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Primicin stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT#
It looks like Mikhail Kalashnikov has been cut.
Kalashnikov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD2#
Kalashnikov drives through with a takedown into Primicin's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Primicin pushes Kalashnikov off and gets back to his feet.
Kalashnikov throws a jab but it's blocked by Primicin.
A little feinted left hand from Primicin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalashnikov throws the left hand but Primicin avoids the punch easily.
Primicin throwing a counter right hand but Kalashnikov manages to avoid it.#T3#
Primicin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Primicin wants it to stay on the feet.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Primicin but Primicin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kalashnikov shoots in but no luck this time.
Primicin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kalashnikov misses with a takedown attempt
and Primicin counters with a straight right hand.
Primicin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kalashnikov shoots and misses
and Kalashnikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Primicin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kalashnikov can do to turn this around?
Primicin stuffs the takedown attempt from Kalashnikov. Kalashnikov gets slowly back to his feet.
Kalashnikov misses with a takedown attempt - Primicin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nice straight punches there by Primicin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Primicin.#T4#
Kalashnikov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Primicin swivels and escapes.
Primicin tries to close the distance and clinch but Kalashnikov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kalashnikov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kalashnikov fails with the takedown
enabling Primicin to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalashnikov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Primicin counter with a right hand.
Kalashnikov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice cross by Kalashnikov.
A big right from Kalashnikov misses. #CL#
Primicin has closed the distance and engaged Kalashnikov in a clinch.
Primicin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kalashnikov backwards.
I was talking to Primicin's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kalashnikov wants a takedown but no success here.
Kalashnikov blocking some punches.
Kalashnikov is looking for a takedown.
Primicin lands a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Primicin dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mikhail Kalashnikov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kalashnikov misses with an uppercut. Primicin saw that one coming.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Primicin as he avoids it easily.
Primicin wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kalashnikov misses with a hook. Primicin ducked under it nicely.
Primicin is looking to clinch.
Kalashnikov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Primicin lands with a cross.
Kalashnikov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Primicin circles away.
Kalashnikov has a takedown stuffed.
A little feinted left hand from Primicin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ivan Primicin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov staying out of range there.
Kalashnikov with the counter takedown but Primicin avoids it easily.#TD2#
Kalashnikov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Primicin tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kalashnikov is in Primicin's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalashnikov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Primicin wants to stand and escape but Kalashnikov is having none of it.
Primicin trying to control the position.
Primicin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kalashnikov on the ground.
Primicin keeping full guard, as Kalashnikov tries to pass. #T1#
Kalashnikov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Primicin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalashnikov won't allow Primicin to get back to his feet.
Kalashnikov postures up in Primicin's guard and throws a big left but Primicin blocks it.
Primicin looking for a sweep. Not yet Primicin, not yet.
Primicin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kalashnikov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Primicin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov looks for a takedown but Primicin sprawls well.#T2#
Nice uppercut there from Primicin.#TD2#
Kalashnikov gets a double leg takedown into Primicin's guard.
Kalashnikov postures up in Primicin's guard and throws a big left but Primicin blocks it.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Primicin keeps moving.
Primicin is adopting a defensive guard.
Primicin keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kalashnikov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Primicin 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.
Kalashnikov stops Primicin from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kalashnikov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Primicin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice jab there from Primicin.
Primicin misses with a looping right.
Kalashnikov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Primicin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Primicin connects with a right hand. Kalashnikov shakes it off.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Primicin as he avoids it easily.
A cross from Primicin lands.
Kalashnikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
Kalashnikov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kalashnikov with a poor takedown
enabling Primicin to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalashnikov with a poor takedown
and Primicin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalashnikov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A cross from Primicin lands.
Kalashnikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kalashnikov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kalashnikov fails to land the takedown.
Kalashnikov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Primicin counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Kalashnikov! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Primicin!
An out of breath and clearly excited Ivan Primicin thanked Russian Bears Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: MMAHelsinki - 41
Date: Jun 12, 2016

#R1#
Kalashnikov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Javri pinned against the cage. Javri gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Javri seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown but Javri shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Kalashnikov gets a double leg takedown into Javri's guard.
Kalashnikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Javri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
My spies in Netherlands Top Team & KT inform me that Kalashnikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Javri escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kalashnikov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Javri keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov with a nice head shot there.
Javri working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalashnikov.
Javri is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Javri keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Javri wants to sweep but no luck.
Kalashnikov is working Javri over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kalashnikov won't allow Javri to sweep him here.
Kalashnikov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kalashnikov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kalashnikov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Javri trying to control the position.
Kalashnikov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Javri looking for a guillotine here but Kalashnikov defends easily.
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Javri's guard. #T2#
Javri trying to control but Kalashnikov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kalashnikov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Javri wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well.
Kalashnikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Javri has hold of Kalashnikov's hands but Kalashnikov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov lands with a punch from half guard.
Kalashnikov wants to take a breather but Javri is having none of it.
Kalashnikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Javri wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Kalashnikov lands with a punch from half guard.
Kalashnikov is controlling the pace.
Javri is trying to maintain the position but Kalashnikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Javri is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Javri is trying to stand back up but Kalashnikov is controlling him #SUB2#
Kalashnikov is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Javri is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
An out of breath Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Hillevi Javri spoke after the fight, saying 'Congratulations to Mamchenko tonight,He did good and got my belt,I Wish you all the luck in your future and hope we can face off sometime.'.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 32
Date: Apr 23, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Kalashnikov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Kalashnikov working over Hadry with some ground and pound. Hadry looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is working for a kimura but Hadry is defending it quite comfortably.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hadry looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kalashnikov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov seems to be working for a kimura but Hadry defends the submission attempt.
Hadry wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #T1#
Kalashnikov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Hadry taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov wants to work for an arm triangle but Hadry is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kalashnikov working over Hadry with some ground and pound. Hadry looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hadry is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kalashnikov content to control rather than advance.
Hadry is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kalashnikov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Hadry has hold of Kalashnikov's hands but Kalashnikov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Kalashnikov trying to control the pace.
Kalashnikov moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov tries for a kimura but Hadry is defending well.
Hadry is looking for a sweep.
Kalashnikov is working Hadry over with some ground and pound from side control.
Hadry takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kalashnikov controlling the position.
Kalashnikov working the ground and pound. #ROC2#
Hadry is rocked!#SUB2#
Kalashnikov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hadry is looking for a sweep.#T3##SUB2#
Kalashnikov is trying to get an arm triangle but Hadry is defending well.
Kalashnikov gets to mount! Hadry was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Hadry is surviving well by controlling Kalashnikov's body position as best he can.
Hadry is looking to improve his position but Kalashnikov isn't that keen on the idea.
A nice elbow there by Kalashnikov.
Oh Hadry is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#
It looks like Ed Hadry has been cut.
Kalashnikov lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Hadry! Kalashnikov sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Hadry and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
Mikhail Kalashnikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 27
Date: Mar 27, 2016

#R1#
Kalashnikov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Suopursu counters with a nice body shot.
Suopursu has been working on his boxing with his coaches at DiscoClub in the buildup to the fight.
Suopursu throws a lazy right hand but Kalashnikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kalashnikov darts in looking for a takedown but Suopursu gets double underhooks and turns Kalashnikov into the cage.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a double leg but Suopursu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sampo Suopursu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov shoots in and drives through. Suopursu sprawls well.
Suopursu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Suopursu leaves Kalashnikov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Suopursu throws a big shot that misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kalashnikov.
Suopursu appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Suopursu as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kalashnikov.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kalashnikov is defended easily by Suopursu.
Kalashnikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Suopursu. #T1#
Kalashnikov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
The fighters circling - Suopursu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Suopursu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kalashnikov.
Suopursu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Suopursu throws a lazy right hand but Kalashnikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kalashnikov tries for a takedown but Suopursu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Suopursu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalashnikov.
Suopursu throws a shot to the body.
Suopursu thumps Kalashnikov with a low kick.
Kalashnikov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Suopursu keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Suopursu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kalashnikov.
Suopursu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Suopursu tries to close the distance and clinch but Kalashnikov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kalashnikov has his takedown stuffed
and Suopursu counters with a stiff right hand.
Suopursu is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Kalashnikov's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kalashnikov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T2#
Suopursu misses with a straight right.
Suopursu looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalashnikov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Suopursu as he avoids it easily.
Suopursu cracks Kalashnikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Kalashnikov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Suopursu's half guard.
Suopursu tries to get to full guard but Kalashnikov has control of the leg.
Suopursu trying to control but Kalashnikov postures up.
Suopursu wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well.
Suopursu trying to control but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Suopursu's head. #T3#
Suopursu has hold of Kalashnikov's hands but Kalashnikov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kalashnikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura but Suopursu is defending well. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov wants to work for an arm triangle but Suopursu is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Suopursu is working away. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Suopursu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalashnikov. #T4#
Suopursu wants to control the action here but instead Kalashnikov manages to pass to full mount!
Kalashnikov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Suopursu is trying to escape the mount.
Suopursu in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #ROC2#
Suopursu is rocked!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Kalashnikov! Suopursu is hurt baaadly! Kalashnikov is firing away with more strikes - Suopursu is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mikhail Kalashnikov!

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