Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: EFA 75 Vermeulen vs Hyang
Date: Jun 17, 2018

#R1#
Jackson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kozlov checks it well.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
Kozlov misses with a jab to the body
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kozlov misses the body punch
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Kozlov misses with a two punch combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jackson! But no joy.
Jackson misses with a right hand
and Kozlov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kozlov staying out of range there.
Jackson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jackson throws a wild body kick that Kozlov sees coming a mile off.
Some wild striking there from Kozlov.
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Jackson.
Kozlov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jackson just manages to avoid it.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut. Jackson saw that one coming.#T1#
Kozlov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
As Jackson backs away, Kozlov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
The crowd cheers as Kozlov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jackson doesn't seem phased though.
Kozlov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kozlov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jackson takes one to the side of the head.
Kozlov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kozlov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jackson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kozlov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kozlov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jackson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kozlov throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Kozlov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kozlov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Jackson has Kozlov up against the cage in a clinch.
Kozlov swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kozlov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kozlov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jackson misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kozlov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kozlov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jackson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Jackson blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Jackson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Ninja Jackson has been cut.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kozlov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kozlov lands a right hand.
A short left from Kozlov.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kozlov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice elbow from Kozlov.
Jackson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jackson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
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!
Jackson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kozlov.
Kozlov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jackson backwards. #T4#
Kozlov scores with a shot to the side of Jackson's head.
Kozlov lands a nice uppercut.
Jackson lands with a short shot to the head.
Kozlov lands a nice shot to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Jackson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Jackson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson throws a head punch that misses.
Kozlov throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Kozlov misses with some punches.
Kozlov tries to break the clinch but Jackson is controlling the position.
Jackson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jackson lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kozlov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kozlov blocking some punches.
Jackson has a couple of punches blocked by Kozlov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Kozlov slips the punch.
Kozlov throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Kozlov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kozlov throws a head kick that misses.
Kozlov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kozlov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jackson counters with a right hand to the body.
Kozlov defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Kozlov misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Kozlov.
Jackson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kozlov has time to react.#T1#
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
Kozlov throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Jackson counters by clinching up.
Kozlov throws a head punch that misses.
Kozlov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Jackson misses with a punch to the body.
Kozlov misses with an elbow strike.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jackson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kozlov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards.
Ninja Jackson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jackson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC2#
Kozlov is rocked!
A short right from Jackson on the inside.
Oh Kozlov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kozlov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jackson blocks an elbow strike from Kozlov.
Jackson pushes Kozlov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jackson lands a big right hand that drops Kozlov! The killer instinct kicks in and Jackson finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Jackson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ninja Jackson!
Ninja Jackson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: EFA 61 Vasilevskiy vs Kingi
Date: May 11, 2018

#R1#
Kozlov lands with a nice combination. Micalinni backs away looking to recover.
Micalinni tries a head kick but it misses.
Micalinni looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
Kozlov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And Micalinni tries to counter it with a takedown but Kozlov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Micalinni misses with a looping left.
Kozlov cracks Micalinni with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sam Micalinni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Micalinni turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL2#
Micalinni has closed the distance and engaged Kozlov in a clinch.
Micalinni is working Kozlov over against the cage.
Micalinni can't break the clinch.
Kozlov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short uppercut from Kozlov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Micalinni.
Micalinni trying to control the position but instead, Kozlov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Micalinni into the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kozlov. #T1#
Kozlov prevents Micalinni from breaking the clinch.
Micalinni is trying to break the clinch but Kozlov is controlling him.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Kozlov.
Micalinni wants to break the clinch but can't.
Micalinni landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Kozlov blocks an uppercut.
Kozlov throws an elbow that misses.
Micalinni blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Micalinni looking for a takedown.
Kozlov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Micalinni or not.
Kozlov misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Micalinni.
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov gets underhooks to prevent Micalinni's takedown attempt.
Kozlov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2#
Kozlov gets through Micalinni's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kozlov throws a punch but it's blocked by Micalinni.
Kozlov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kozlov lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Micalinni has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kozlov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#ES#
Micalinni has his opponent's back but Kozlov is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Micalinni.
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!
Micalinni throws a sloppy head kick and Kozlov moves out of range easily.
Micalinni slips a jab and a cross from Kozlov.
Micalinni shoots and misses
and Kozlov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ivan Kozlov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sam Micalinni.
Micalinni takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Micalinni ducks right into an uppercut from Kozlov.
Kozlov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Micalinni has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Micalinni throws a leg kick which misses Kozlov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kozlov tries to avoid it.
Kozlov throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Kozlov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Micalinni throws an overhand right that lands on Kozlov's shoulder, as Kozlov tries to avoid the shot.
Micalinni takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ivan Kozlov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kozlov jabs Micalinni to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kozlov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A punch combination from Kozlov misses.
Micalinni looks for a takedown but Kozlov sprawls well.
Kozlov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Micalinni momentarily.
Kozlov Throws a clean left jab. Kozlov Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Micalinni's chin! Micalinni crumbles to the ground and Kozlov follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Kozlov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: DUEL#137 Champion vs Champion
Date: Mar 17, 2018

#R1#
Dorrance Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dorrance Jr lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#CL2#
Dorrance Jr gets tackled into the cage by Kozlov. Kozlov maintains the clinch.
Kozlov misses with the head strike.
Dorrance Jr working aggressively here.
Dorrance Jr lands a body punch.
Dorrance Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
I was talking to Dorrance Jr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kozlov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kozlov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Dorrance Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with the head strike.
Kozlov working aggressively here.
Dorrance Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Dorrance Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dorrance Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kozlov's elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dorrance Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Kozlov controls his hands.
Kozlov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kozlov blocks a body shot from Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr pushes Kozlov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dorrance Jr tries a body shot but Kozlov blocks it.
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dorrance Jr scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Good body shot from Dorrance Jr.
Kozlov throws a head punch that misses.
Dorrance Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dorrance Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kozlov looks winded!
Dorrance Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dorrance Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kozlov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dorrance Jr.
Kozlov swings wildly with an uppercut but Dorrance Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
Dorrance Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dorrance Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dorrance Jr blocks the elbow strike.
Kozlov swings wildly with an uppercut but Dorrance Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hook to the body lands for Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Dorrance Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dorrance Jr.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dorrance Jr digs a right hand underneath Kozlov's ribcage. Kozlov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2#
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Dorrance Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dorrance Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dorrance Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Dorrance Jr lands with a left to the head.
Dorrance Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dorrance Jr misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Dorrance Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dorrance Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action.
Dorrance Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action.
Dorrance Jr tries to throw a body punch but Kozlov avoids it by throwing Dorrance Jr back against the cage.
Dorrance Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dorrance Jr tries to throw a body punch but Kozlov avoids it by throwing Dorrance Jr back against the cage.
Dorrance Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kozlov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
A short body shot lands from Dorrance Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Dorrance Jr tries to throw a body punch but Kozlov avoids it by throwing Dorrance Jr back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Dorrance Jr - that landed with a thud.
A right hook to the body lands for Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action.
A right hand to the body from Dorrance Jr.
Kozlov blocks a body shot from Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Dorrance Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kozlov working aggressively here.
Dorrance Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dorrance Jr dodges an elbow strike from Kozlov.
A right hand to the body from Dorrance Jr.
Kozlov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dorrance Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dorrance Jr tries to work over Kozlov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dorrance Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dorrance Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dorrance Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kozlov's elbow.
Dorrance Jr misses with a body punch.
Dorrance Jr misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Good body shot from Dorrance Jr.
A short right from Dorrance Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dorrance Jr tries a body shot but Kozlov blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dorrance Jr.
Kozlov blocks a body shot from Dorrance Jr.
A short uppercut from Dorrance Jr. #ROC#
Kozlov is rocked!
Dorrance Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kozlov is still on wobbly legs! Can Dorrance Jr finish him?
Dorrance Jr is leaning against Kozlov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dorrance Jr creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Kozlov with a big uppercut! Kozlov tries to clinch up but Dorrance Jr pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Kozlov to the mat! Kozlov covers up and Dorrance Jr unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Edmund Dorrance Jr!
A very excited looking Edmund Dorrance Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Gladiators 75 Cedric v Pato
Date: Feb 03, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Morgan shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kozlov's guard.
Morgan wants to control from the top but Kozlov keeps moving.
Kozlov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kozlov wants to stand up but Morgan is controlling him.
Morgan throwing strikes from guard but Kozlov blocks nicely.
Morgan trying to control but Kozlov is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Morgan controls the pace.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Morgan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kozlov holds on and takes a little breather.
Kozlov is looking to stand up but Morgan isn't so interested in that idea.
Morgan wants to control from the top but Kozlov keeps moving.
Morgan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kozlov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kozlov pulls Morgan in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kozlov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Morgan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from Kozlov.
Kozlov 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.
Kozlov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Morgan.
Morgan shoots in for a double leg but Kozlov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T2#
Kozlov blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Kozlov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Morgan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Morgan or perhaps it was just good defense by Kozlov, which made it look bad.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Morgan slips a jab from Kozlov.
Morgan lands with a good body shot.
Morgan misses with an uppercut.
Kozlov defending well as Morgan loads up on a big left hand.
Morgan lands a jab to the nose.
Morgan stuns Kozlov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morgan misses the jab.
Morgan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kozlov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kozlov scores with a nice right hand.
Kozlov ducks under a wild hook from Morgan.
Morgan misses with a body shot
and Kozlov counters with a nice body shot. #T3#
Morgan misses with a looping right.
Kozlov throws a hook but Morgan blocks it.
Morgan clobbers Kozlov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Morgan throws a good cross that connects. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Morgan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kozlov.
Morgan scores with a hook.
A jab from Morgan does it's job there.
Kozlov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Morgan momentarily.
Morgan moves out of range of the strikes.
Chase Morgan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kozlov with a hook.
A big right from Kozlov misses.
Morgan looks to throw the jab but Kozlov is out of range.
Kozlov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kozlov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
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!
Morgan scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nice shot by Kozlov.#T4#
Morgan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morgan misses with an uppercut. Kozlov saw that one coming.
A jab from Morgan misses.
Kozlov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ivan Kozlov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kozlov walks into a straight right hand from Morgan.
Kozlov jabs Morgan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kozlov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Morgan on the side of the head.
Morgan throws a shot from downtown. Kozlov moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Morgan moves into range and clinches up with Kozlov.
Kozlov tries to break free but Morgan pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Kozlov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kozlov looks to throw the jab but Morgan is out of range.
Kozlov misses with a left hand
and Morgan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kozlov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Morgan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chase Morgan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Morgan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Good shot there by Kozlov.
Morgan misses with a looping right.
Morgan takes a swing at Kozlov's ribcage but misses.
Morgan throws a hook but Kozlov blocks it.
Morgan throws an off balance right hand
and Kozlov counters with a nice uppercut.
Chase Morgan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Morgan ducks down to avoid it.
Morgan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Morgan closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Kozlov counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan slips under a jab.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Morgan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kozlov. Morgan does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kozlov throws a jab when Morgan was well out of range.#T1#
Kozlov looks to throw the jab but Morgan is out of range.
Morgan misses with a looping left.
Kozlov throwing a counter right hand but Morgan manages to avoid it.
Morgan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Morgan throws out a loose jab but Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kozlov throws a right hand that Morgan ducks under and follows up with a left that Morgan also avoids with ease.
Kozlov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Morgan.
A leg kick checked by Morgan.
Morgan throws a looping overhand right but Kozlov ducks down to avoid it.
Morgan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kozlov slips a jab from Morgan.
It looked like Kozlov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kozlov looks to throw the jab but Morgan is out of range.
Kozlov throws a hook but Morgan blocks it.
Kozlov throws a big shot that misses.
Morgan misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kozlov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Morgan throws a jab but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Kozlov misses the jab.
Morgan ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Morgan moves away from the strike by Kozlov.
Morgan ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Morgan throws a lazy uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kozlov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kozlov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Morgan.
Morgan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kozlov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kozlov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Morgan throws a low kick, looking for Kozlov's leg but Kozlov calmly moves out of range.
Morgan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Morgan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Morgan scores with a hook to the body. Kozlov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut. Morgan saw that one coming.
Morgan misses with a double jab
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Kozlov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Morgan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Morgan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Morgan.
Morgan tries to clinch but Kozlov is having none of it.
Kozlov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kozlov throws a right hand that Morgan ducks under and follows up with a left that Morgan also avoids with ease.
Morgan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kozlov misses the jab.
Morgan misses with an uppercut.
Kozlov is looking to counter punch.
Kozlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Morgan darts in looking for a takedown but Kozlov gets double underhooks and turns Morgan into the cage.
Kozlov lands with an overhand left.
Morgan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ivan Kozlov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chase Morgan.
Morgan scores with a nice head shot.#T4#
Kozlov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Morgan throws out a counter right but Kozlov avoids it with no problem.
Morgan slips under a jab.
Kozlov cracks Morgan with a good jab.
Morgan tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kozlov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morgan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Morgan as he connects with a hook.
Kozlov looks to land a right hand but Morgan moved out of range.
Kozlov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Morgan.
Kozlov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It seemed like Morgan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Morgan fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Kozlov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kozlov lands with a good body shot.
Kozlov swats away the attempt to clinch by Morgan.
Morgan thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Morgan tries for a takedown but Kozlov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kozlov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kozlov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kozlov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kozlov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morgan slips a jab from Kozlov.
Morgan looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
Morgan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kozlov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Morgan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Morgan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Morgan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kozlov throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kozlov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Morgan shoots in for a takedown but Kozlov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Morgan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kozlov staying out of range there.
Kozlov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A big left from Kozlov misses. #T1#
Morgan slips under a jab.
Morgan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Morgan throws a looping overhand right but Kozlov ducks down to avoid it.
Kozlov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Morgan throws a right hand that Kozlov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kozlov also avoids with ease.
Morgan misses with a body shot.
Morgan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kozlov as he jumps to the side.
Kozlov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ivan Kozlov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chase Morgan.
Morgan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kozlov.
Kozlov connects with a right hand. Morgan shakes it off.
Morgan throws a jab but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Morgan misses with a lunging right hand
and Kozlov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab lands there for Morgan.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
Kozlov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Morgan misses with a looping right.#T2#
Morgan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morgan misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Morgan lands with a nice body punch.
Morgan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kozlov.
Kozlov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Morgan tries a low kick but Kozlov avoids it.
Kozlov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kozlov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Morgan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kozlov throws a good cross that connects.
A decent looking cross lands there for Morgan.
Kozlov misses with a looping right.
Morgan throws a hook but Kozlov blocks it.
Morgan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kozlov is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Morgan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Morgan throws out a loose jab but Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Morgan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A cross from Morgan lands.
Morgan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Morgan throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Morgan misses.
Morgan misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Kozlov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kozlov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kozlov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Morgan doesn't seem bothered though.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Morgan now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Kozlov misses with a double jab.
Kozlov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Morgan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Kozlov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kozlov lands a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kozlov misses with a hook. Morgan ducked under it nicely.
Kozlov lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Morgan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kozlov holds on and takes a little breather.
Kozlov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Morgan sitting in guard here, content to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Kozlov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kozlov 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Gladiators 66 Bravo v Rockwell
Date: Dec 22, 2017

#R1#
Kozlov misses with a left hand
and Magufuli I V counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Magufuli I V misses with a body shot.
Magufuli I V has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kozlov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Magufuli I V throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kozlov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Magufuli I V gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magufuli I V scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kozlov.
Magufuli I V tries to work over Kozlov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kozlov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magufuli I V keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kozlov's efforts to push away.
Kozlov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Magufuli I V misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Kozlov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kozlov cracks Magufuli I V with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Magufuli I V throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Magufuli I V closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magufuli I V is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Magufuli I V blocks an uppercut. #T1##BC#
Kozlov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kozlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magufuli I V throws a body punch but Kozlov moves out of range.
Kozlov misses with a looping right.
Magufuli I V waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kozlov.
Kozlov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kozlov throws a lazy uppercut
and Magufuli I V counters with a straight right hand.
Kozlov swats away the attempt to clinch by Magufuli I V.
Kozlov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kozlov tests Magufuli I V's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magufuli I V slips a jab from Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut
and Magufuli I V counters with a left to the body.
Kozlov scores with a jab.
Kozlov missing with a left hand there. Magufuli I V was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kozlov backing away here, and Magufuli I V unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T2#
Kozlov sizes up Magufuli I V with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magufuli I V misses with an uppercut. Kozlov saw that one coming.
Magufuli I V misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kozlov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magufuli I V ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a right hand that misses
and Magufuli I V counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Magufuli I V lands with a hook. Kozlov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magufuli I V bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magufuli I V is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kozlov rather than just go for the knockout.
Kozlov throws a big shot that misses.
Magufuli I V swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kozlov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Magufuli I V darts in and clinches Kozlov up against the cage.#BC#
Kozlov breaks from the clinch.
Kozlov connects with the punch.
Kozlov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V connects with a body shot.#T3#
Magufuli I V moves out of range as Kozlov strikes.#CL2#
Magufuli I V moves into the clinch.
Magufuli I V works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magufuli I V misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V pushes Kozlov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magufuli I V lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magufuli I V has a couple of punches blocked by Kozlov.
Magufuli I V scores with a shoulder strike.
Magufuli I V can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action.
Magufuli I V softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Magufuli I V misses with a punch to the body.
Kozlov tries to break free but Magufuli I V pushes him back against the cage.
Kozlov takes a shot to the head.
Magufuli I V lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Kozlov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kozlov keeps the fight on the outside.#T4#
Magufuli I V is looking to clinch but Kozlov is avoiding it.
Kozlov missing with a left hand there. Magufuli I V was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kozlov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magufuli I V circles away quickly and effectively.
Kozlov throws an overhand right that lands on Magufuli I V's shoulder, as Magufuli I V tries to avoid the shot.
Kozlov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Magufuli I V staying out of range there.
Magufuli I V tries to clinch but Kozlov moves away
and Kozlov counters with a stiff right hand.
Magufuli I V tries to clinch up
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
Kozlov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magufuli I V counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Magufuli I V throws an overhand right that lands on Kozlov's shoulder, as Kozlov tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Magufuli I V, right into the meat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kassim Magufuli I V will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Magufuli I V tries to clinch but Kozlov moves out of range.
Magufuli I V uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kozlov.
Kozlov slips under a jab.
Magufuli I V ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kozlov moves away.
Kozlov throws a right hand that misses
and Kozlov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kozlov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magufuli I V staying out of range there.
Magufuli I V slips under a jab.#CL2#
Magufuli I V gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Magufuli I V.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Kozlov manages to break the clinch.
Kozlov catches Magufuli I V with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ivan Kozlov is winning the standup battle so far.
Kozlov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Magufuli I V looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kozlov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Magufuli I V uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kozlov.
A countering left hand to the body from Magufuli I V misses.
Kozlov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kozlov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slow jab from Magufuli I V misses its intended target.
Kozlov is looking to counter punch.
Kozlov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V doesn't manage to clinch there - Kozlov circles away.
Kozlov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kozlov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magufuli I V counters with a stiff right hand.
Magufuli I V misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kozlov.
Magufuli I V thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kozlov throwing a counter right hand but Magufuli I V manages to avoid it.
Kozlov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kozlov throws a shot from downtown. Magufuli I V moves away and avoids it.
Magufuli I V lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Kozlov jabs Magufuli I V to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Magufuli I V lands with an overhand left.
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V looks to throw the jab but Kozlov is out of range.
Magufuli I V slips a straight right by Kozlov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kozlov scores with a nice strike.
Magufuli I V looks to land a left hand but Kozlov moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov swats away the attempt to clinch by Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V swinging wildly here.
Kozlov throws a shot from downtown. Magufuli I V moves away and avoids it.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Kozlov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kozlov looks to land a right hand but Magufuli I V moved out of range.
Kozlov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kozlov takes one to the chin there.#CUT2#
Ivan Kozlov's cut is getting worse.
A telegraphed right hand from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov throws an off balance right hand
and Magufuli I V counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#
Kozlov is rocked!
Magufuli I V scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Oh Kozlov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Magufuli I V throws a pinpoint strike between Kozlov's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Kozlov crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Magufuli I V scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kassim Magufuli I V!
A very excited looking Kassim Magufuli I V made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Gladiators 59 Cedric v Jacks
Date: Nov 10, 2017

#R1#
Petrovs connects with a body shot.
Kozlov's coach down at Cats Killers Academy Mma was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kozlov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Petrovs looks to land a combination but Kozlov avoids it well.
A punch combination from Kozlov misses.
A little feinted left hand from Petrovs on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petrovs scores with a nice strike.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Kozlov slips under a jab from Petrovs.
Kozlov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kozlov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Petrovs looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kozlov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petrovs moves away.
Petrovs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petrovs misses with a double jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kozlov, as that shot connected.
Kozlov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petrovs moves away.
Petrovs swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kozlov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Petrovs on the side of the head.
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!
Petrovs scores with a jab. Kozlov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Petrovs takes a swing at Kozlov's ribcage but misses.
Petrovs takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
Petrovs lands a two punch combo.
Kozlov scores with a sloppy right hand. Petrovs should have avoided that one.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrovs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kozlov moves away.
A cross from Kozlov lands.
Petrovs has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Petrovs there as he acknowledges the shot.
Petrovs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kozlov.
Petrovs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kozlov.
Kozlov moves out of range of the strikes.
Petrovs wants to clinch up but Kozlov keeps it at a distance.
Kozlov misses with a right hand
and Petrovs makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kozlov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Petrovs counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kozlov misses with a body shot
and Petrovs counters with a three punch combo that has Kozlov backing up. Kozlov nods at Petrovs to acknowledge the strikes.
Petrovs fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T2#
Petrovs takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Petrovs slips a straight right by Kozlov.
Kozlov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Petrovs.
Petrovs drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petrovs.
Kozlov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kozlov moves out of range of the strikes.
Petrovs on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Petrovs slips a jab from Kozlov.
Kozlov connects with a crisp jab.
Kozlov misses with a hook
and Kozlov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
That has opened up Ivan Kozlov's cut even more.
Petrovs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Kozlov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Petrovs misses the jab.
Petrovs blocks a jab.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Petrovs.
Kozlov throws a right hand that misses
and Petrovs counters with a big right hand! Oh Kozlov is in trouble here! Petrovs follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kaspars Petrovs!
A very excited looking Kaspars Petrovs made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Gladiators 55 Wesley v Goose
Date: Oct 22, 2017

#R1#
Kozlov misses the jab.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Kozlov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirage misses with a kick to the body.
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov backing away here, and Mirage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mirage checks a low kick from Kozlov.
Mirage misses the jab.
Kozlov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mirage.
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a front kick aimed at Kozlov's knee but Kozlov avoids it well.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kozlov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
Mirage tries to land a front kick but Kozlov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov wants to clinch.#CL#
Kozlov clinches up with Mirage and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Kozlov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov misses with an elbow strike.
Kozlov avoiding damage.
Kozlov has Mirage pressed against the cage.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Mirage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kozlov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mirage's brow.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kozlov misses with the head strike. #BC#
Kozlov manages to break the clinch.
Mirage connects with a leg kick. Kozlov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws out a loose jab but Mirage uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Kozlov misses the shot to the body.
Kozlov throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kozlov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
That kick from Mirage tenderised Kozlov's leg. Kozlov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kozlov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kozlov ducks under a wild hook from Mirage.
Mirage has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kozlov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kozlov throws a body punch but Mirage moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kozlov throws the left hand but Mirage avoids the punch easily.
Mirage now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mirage misses with a low kick.
Mirage slips a straight right by Kozlov.
Mirage uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Mirage tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Mirage.
Kozlov throws a leg kick but Mirage checks it. #T3#
Kozlov throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirage.
Mirage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mirage connects with a body shot that sends Kozlov's belly button to the back.
Mirage thows a leg kick but Kozlov checks it
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
Mirage looks to land a body kick but Kozlov moved away.
Mirage drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL2#
Mirage closes the distance and clinches.
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mirage cracks Kozlov with a nice body shot.
Mirage misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Mirage.
Mirage lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mirage manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Mirage misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Kozlov.
Kozlov takes a shot to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
A short right from Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mirage lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mirage lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards.
Mirage keeps control of Kozlov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Kozlov breaks from the clinch.
Mirage misses with a hook
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a leg kick
and Mirage finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kozlov is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Mirage clinches up with Kozlov and pushes him back against the cage.
Mirage dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kozlov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL#
Kozlov instigates a clinch.
Mirage misses with some punches.
Kozlov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mirage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage lands a nice uppercut.
Mirage lands a shoulder strike.
Kozlov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
Kozlov working aggressively here.
Mirage lands a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside.
Kozlov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mirage working aggressively here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kozlov throws an elbow but misses.
Mirage lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Kozlov misses with an elbow over the top.
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage struggles to land a body shot inside as Kozlov controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
Mirage throws a head punch that misses.
Mirage scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mirage misses with the head strike.
Alphonzo Mirage seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kozlov blocking some punches.
Mirage lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kozlov takes a shot to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kozlov blocking some punches.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mirage scores with a hook to the body.
Kozlov blocks an uppercut. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Kozlov fails to land.
A short right from Mirage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mirage.
Kozlov lands a nice elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mirage goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage has a couple of punches blocked by Kozlov.
Mirage blocking some punches.
Kozlov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Mirage swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kozlov throws an elbow that misses.
Mirage tries a body shot but Kozlov blocks it.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kozlov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mirage's brow.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mirage in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Kozlov tries to break free but Mirage pushes him back against the cage.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage lands with a light punch inside.
Mirage stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mirage misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Mirage.
Kozlov scores with a shot to the side of Mirage's head.
Mirage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Mirage.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Mirage throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kozlov blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Mirage.
Mirage lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards. #ROC2#
Kozlov is rocked!
Kozlov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirage dodges an elbow strike from Kozlov.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kozlov.
A head punch on the inside from Mirage fails to land. #T4#
Kozlov has a couple of punches blocked by Mirage.
Mirage throws a punch but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from Mirage.
Mirage misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mirage makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kozlov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mirage tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kozlov's elbow.
Kozlov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mirage scores with a shoulder strike.
Mirage lands a shot to the body.
Kozlov is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Mirage's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kozlov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Mirage as the two fighters clinch.
Mirage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kozlov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mirage's brow.
Mirage misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alphonzo Mirage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Kozlov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Mirage ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mirage! But no joy.
Kozlov wants to clinch up but Mirage keeps it at a distance.
Decent striking displayed by Kozlov there.
Mirage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mirage misses with a low kick as Kozlov jumps back.
Kozlov throwing a counter right hand but Mirage manages to avoid it.
Mirage drops Kozlov with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Kozlov! Mirage dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alphonzo Mirage!
Alphonzo Mirage is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Alphonzo Mirage thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Gladiators 49 Jawbreak v Money
Date: Sep 22, 2017

#R1#
Van Buren thows a left - swing and a miss!
Van Buren lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kozlov's sensitive parts.
Kozlov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Van Buren scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Van Buren lands a leg kick that knocks Kozlov off balance momentarily.
Van Buren misses with a looping right.
A jab from Kozlov misses.
A jab from Kozlov misses.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Kozlov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Van Buren checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Van Buren fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Van Buren takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Van Buren misses with a wild body shot.
Van Buren swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kozlov scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Buren misses the shot to the body.
Van Buren scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Van Buren misses the target.
Kozlov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kozlov jabs at Van Buren's body.
Van Buren works the jab nicely.
A low kick from Van Buren misses
and Kozlov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kozlov throws an off balance right hand
and Van Buren counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Kozlov clinches up with Van Buren and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Van Buren manages to break the clinch.
Van Buren motions for Kozlov to come forward. Van Buren throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kozlov throws a counter combo.
No joy there for Van Buren, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kozlov!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kozlov throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kozlov is looking to chop away at Van Buren's legs.
Van Buren lands with a good body shot.
Van Buren swings for the body but Kozlov moves out of range.
Van Buren throws a lazy body kick
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kozlov with a nice cross.#T2#
Kozlov misses with a series of wild punches.
We've been informed that Kozlov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Kozlov thows a leg kick but Van Buren checks it
and Van Buren counters with a stiff right hand.
Van Buren throws a sloppy body shot
and Kozlov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Van Buren clobbers Kozlov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Van Buren looks to land a right hand but Kozlov moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kozlov.
Van Buren is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Van Buren defending well as Kozlov loads up on a big left hand.
Kozlov connects with a looping right hand.
Van Buren throws a right hand that Kozlov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kozlov also avoids with ease.
Kozlov throws the left hand but Van Buren avoids the punch easily.
Kozlov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A left lands for Van Buren.
Van Buren lands a head kick!
Van Buren looks to throw a body kick
and Kozlov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
Kozlov slips under a jab.
Van Buren throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kozlov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kozlov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Buren throws out the jab.
Van Buren lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kozlov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Van Buren.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kozlov swinging wildly here.
Good standup being displayed there by Kozlov as he connects with a hook.
Kozlov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Van Buren moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Van Buren misses its target.#CL2#
Kozlov forces Van Buren back against the cage and clinches.
Van Buren pressing his opponent against the cage.
Van Buren digs a right hand into Kozlov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kozlov's gas tank. #T4#
Kozlov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A shot in the inside from Kozlov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Buren tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Buren is looking to control Kozlov's arms but Kozlov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Van Buren has his back to the cage.
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Buren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Buren blocks an uppercut.
Van Buren misses with a punch on the inside.
Kozlov tries a body shot but Van Buren blocks it.
Van Buren manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Van Buren can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kozlov lands a left hand.
Van Buren misses with a punch on the inside.
Van Buren misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivan Kozlov 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#
Kozlov connects with a right hand. Van Buren shakes it off.
Van Buren misses with a few strikes there.
Van Buren finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kozlov moves out of range of the body kick from Van Buren.
Kozlov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Buren.
Kozlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kozlov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kozlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Van Buren.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Buren.
Van Buren rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Van Buren steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
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!
Van Buren misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kozlov.
Kozlov throws an overhand right that lands on Van Buren's shoulder, as Van Buren tries to avoid the shot.
Kozlov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kozlov is looking to clinch.
Kozlov misses with a wild combination.
Kozlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kozlov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A slapping leg kick lands for Van Buren.
Van Buren lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice defenses there by Van Buren.
It looked like Van Buren wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kozlov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Van Buren stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kozlov slips a straight right by Van Buren.
Van Buren misses with a leg kick
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Van Buren misses with a left hand
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A left and a right from Kozlov both land. Nice combination.
Kozlov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kozlov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Buren lands a nice looking body shot.
Van Buren lands a lovely overhand right.
Kozlov checks a leg kick nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kozlov! But no joy.
Kozlov tries to bum rush Van Buren with a series of wild strikes but Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kozlov throws a good cross that connects.
Van Buren is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kozlov.
An inside leg kick lands from Van Buren.
Kozlov needs to keep his hands up - Van Buren had a free shot at his head there.
Van Buren digs a good hook to Kozlov's body.
Van Buren connects with a leg kick. Kozlov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T3#
A jab from Kozlov misses.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Van Buren is looking for a counter combo.
Van Buren lands a jab to the head.
Kozlov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A low kick from Van Buren is predictable there
letting Kozlov counter with a right hand.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kozlov thumps Van Buren with a low kick.
Van Buren defending well as Kozlov loads up on a big left hand.
Kozlov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Van Buren avoids the body shot from Kozlov.
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kozlov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Van Buren with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Van Buren misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A countering left hand to the body from Kozlov misses.
Van Buren looks to throw a body kick
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Buren misses with a looping left.#T4#
Van Buren waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kozlov.
Kozlov scores with a nice right hand.
Van Buren swinging wildly here.
Kozlov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Buren.
Van Buren fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kozlov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Van Buren fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kozlov on the side of the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Kozlov. That snapped Van Buren's head back.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kozlov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kozlov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kozlov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A quick step to the side and Van Buren tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kozlov throws a chopping leg kick but Van Buren manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A big right from Van Buren misses.
Kozlov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Van Buren with a body punch. A glancing blow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivan Kozlov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3##CL2#
Kozlov moves into the clinch.
Kozlov misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Van Buren manages to break the clinch.
Kozlov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Buren.
Van Buren slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kozlov throws a leg kick which misses Van Buren's front leg but catches the back leg as Van Buren tries to avoid it.
Van Buren will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Van Buren looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kozlov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Van Buren paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kozlov wants to clinch
and Van Buren counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Buren throws a hook to the side of Kozlov's head but Kozlov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Buren misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circling - Kozlov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Buren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Kozlov misses
and Van Buren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Kozlov slips under a jab.
Van Buren throws a sloppy head kick and Kozlov moves out of range easily.
Van Buren misses with a hook
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheers as Kozlov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Van Buren doesn't seem phased though.
Van Buren fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Van Buren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kozlov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Van Buren ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kozlov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Van Buren on the side of the head.
Kozlov misses with a body shot.
Kozlov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Buren is looking to slow Kozlov down with leg kicks.
Van Buren misses with an uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kozlov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T2#
Van Buren fakes the leg kick and cracks Kozlov in the body.
Van Buren tried to score with a low kick but Kozlov checks it.
Kozlov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kozlov misses the jab.
Van Buren lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Buren pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kozlov throws an overhand right that lands on Van Buren's shoulder, as Van Buren tries to avoid the shot.
Van Buren tried to counter with a leg kick but Kozlov avoided it.
Nice shot lands for Kozlov.
Van Buren scores with a jab.
Kozlov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Van Buren takes one to the side of the head.
Kozlov looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Buren is just out of range.
Van Buren misses with the combination. #T3#
Van Buren defending well as Kozlov loads up on a big left hand.
Kozlov throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kozlov is looking to chop away at Van Buren's legs.
Van Buren checks a leg kick nicely.
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Van Buren slips under a jab from Kozlov.
Van Buren checks a leg kick.
Van Buren pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses.
Van Buren slips a jab from Kozlov.
Van Buren keeps Kozlov at a distance using the push kick.
Van Buren misses with a kick to the body
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Van Buren scores with a sloppy right hand. Kozlov should have avoided that one.
Kozlov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T4#
Van Buren stalks Kozlov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kozlov's face. Kozlov staggers backwards, shaken.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Buren takes one to the side of the head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kozlov.
Van Buren connects with a body shot.
Kozlov looks to land a left hand but Van Buren moved out of range nicely.
Kozlov staying out of range there.
Kozlov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kozlov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Buren sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kozlov is looking to clinch but Van Buren is avoiding it.
Kozlov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kozlov misses with a wild combination. #CL2#
Kozlov moves into range and clinches up with Van Buren.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Ivan Kozlov just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Van Buren's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4##CL2#
Kozlov instigates a clinch.
Van Buren fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Buren takes a shot to the head.
Kozlov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Buren lands with a short shot to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Van Buren swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Buren tries to circle away but Kozlov has him pinned against the cage.
A short right from Van Buren on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Buren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kozlov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Buren. Kozlov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice shot by Kozlov.
Van Buren displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kozlov throws out the jab.
Van Buren throws an overhand right that lands on Kozlov's shoulder, as Kozlov tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Kozlov throws a series of punches but Van Buren moves out of range.
Kozlov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Van Buren thows a leg kick but Kozlov checks it
letting Kozlov counter with a right hand.
Kozlov misses the jab.
Kozlov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kozlov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Van Buren takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Van Buren misses with a low kick as Kozlov jumps back.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut.
Van Buren throws a leg kick which misses Kozlov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kozlov tries to avoid it.
Kozlov blocks the body kick.
That kick from Van Buren tenderised Kozlov's leg. Kozlov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kozlov misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
Kozlov thuds his right hand into Van Buren's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Van Buren throws a leg kick
and Kozlov counters with a nice uppercut.
Van Buren just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Buren lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Van Buren throws a solid leg kick but Kozlov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Van Buren.
Van Buren takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#ROC2#
Van Buren is rocked!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Van Buren, as that shot connected.
Kozlov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Van Buren just misses with a punch to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kozlov.
Van Buren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Kozlov moves out of range as Van Buren strikes.
Van Buren with a nice cross.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kozlov wants to clinch up but Van Buren keeps it at a distance.
Van Buren throws out a loose jab but Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kozlov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Van Buren throws the kick towards the body but Kozlov avoids it.
A left lands for Van Buren.
Kozlov throws a right hand that Van Buren ducks under and follows up with a left that Van Buren also avoids with ease.
Kozlov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Van Buren.
Kozlov stuns Van Buren with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kozlov tries to clinch but Van Buren is having none of it.
Kozlov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Van Buren misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Kozlov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Van Buren to counter with a crisp jab.
Kozlov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Van Buren.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Buren moves away.
Van Buren feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kozlov throws a shot from downtown. Van Buren moves away and avoids it.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Buren takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kozlov throws an overhand right that lands on Van Buren's shoulder, as Van Buren tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheers as Kozlov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Van Buren doesn't seem phased though.
Van Buren misses with a looping right.
Van Buren throws a jab but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Van Buren tries to land a leg kick but Kozlov saw it coming and moves away.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Van Buren ducks down to avoid it.
Van Buren scores with a nice body kick.
Kozlov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Ivan Kozlov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
That's time! Van Buren's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Kozlov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Van Buren is looking to slow Kozlov down with leg kicks.
Van Buren moves out of range of the body kick from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Van Buren ducks down to avoid it.
Van Buren lands a slapping body shot.
Kozlov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Van Burens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Van Buren throws a leg kick
and Kozlov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Buren throws a leg kick
and Kozlov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oh Van Buren is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Buren throws a body shot but no joy.
Van Buren is looking to score with low kicks.
Kozlov throws a chopping leg kick but Van Buren manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Van Buren seems to have got his legs back now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlov throws a hook to the side of Van Buren's head but Van Buren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Buren throws a jab but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Van Buren misses with an uppercut. Kozlov saw that one coming.
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Van Buren looks to land a right hand but Kozlov moved out of range.
Van Buren takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Van Buren scores with a leg kick.
Kozlov tests Van Buren's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kozlov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Buren throws a combination that misses #KD2#
and Kozlov counters with a beautiful punch that sends Van Buren to the canvas!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kozlov stopping the sweep attempt from Van Buren.#T2#
Kozlov is stalling in the full guard.
Kozlov is continuing to stall.
Van Buren on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Van Buren tries to get out of the position.
Kozlov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Van Buren's guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Van Buren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kozlov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Buren.
Van Buren looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ivan Kozlov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Van Buren scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Van Buren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Van Buren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kozlov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a series of punches but Van Buren moves out of range.
Kozlov thuds a left hand into Van Buren's body.
Van Buren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kozlov manages to avoid it.
Kozlov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Van Buren misses with a shot to the body
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kozlov checks a leg kick.
Kozlov misses with a few strikes there.
Kozlov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kozlov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Buren throws out the jab.
Van Buren throws an overhand right that lands on Kozlov's shoulder, as Kozlov tries to avoid the shot.
Van Buren lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sloppy strikes from Kozlov. Those never looked like landing.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kozlov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Van Buren to score with a decent uppercut.
Kozlov throws a hook but Van Buren avoids it easily.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut.
Van Buren looks to land a right hand but Kozlov moved out of range.
Kozlov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Van Buren throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kozlov counters with a nice leg kick.
Kozlov cracks Van Buren with an open hand slap.
Nice defenses there by Van Buren.
Kozlov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Buren avoids the body shot from Kozlov.
Van Buren stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kozlov.
Joost Van Buren has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Kozlov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kozlov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 45:50
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 45:50
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov is the new light heavyweight champion!
Ivan Kozlov tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Gladiators 40 Knutsson v Kingi
Date: Aug 04, 2017

#R1#
Kozlov missing with a left hand there. Holm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An attempted straight right counter from Holm misses the target.
Holm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
A little feinted left hand from Holm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kozlov's coach down at Russian Bears Elite Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kozlov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Kozlov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Holm counters with a stiff right hand.
Kozlov jabs Holm right on the nose. Holm blinks but takes it well.
Kozlov misses with a left hand
and Holm counters with a straight right hand.
Kozlov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kozlov throws a series of strikes that have Holm backpedaling. #CUT2#
It looks like Martin Holm has been cut.
Kozlov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Holm under the eye.
A clash of legs there as Holm blocks the low kick.
It looked like Holm was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kozlov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kozlov throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Holm colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Kozlov as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Holm is left battered and dazed whilst Kozlov and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: Gladiators 34 Snot v Knutsson
Date: Jul 02, 2017

#R1#
Kozlov throws a big shot that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Kozlov there.
Ross throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ross misses with an uppercut. Kozlov saw that one coming.
Ross throws a shot from downtown. Kozlov moves away and avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Ross.
Ross appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Ross.
Ross misses with a body shot.
Ross looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ross misses with a hook. Kozlov ducked under it nicely.
Ross connects with a nice looking jab.
Ross thumps Kozlov with a low kick.
Ross ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Ross rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kozlov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ross looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
It seemed like Kozlov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kozlov throws a body shot but no joy.
Ross throws a lazy right hand but Kozlov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A low kick from Ross misses
and Kozlov counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ross connects with a leg kick. Kozlov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Ross throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Ross waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kozlov.
Ross uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov walks into a jab.
Ross throws a right hand that Kozlov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kozlov also avoids with ease.
A slow jab from Ross misses its intended target.
Ross fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kozlov manages to avoid it.
Kozlov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Ross ducks down to avoid it.
Ross rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kozlov counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Kozlov clinches. #BC#
Ross breaks the clinch.
Kozlov scores with a jab. Ross acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ross throws an overhand right that lands on Kozlov's shoulder, as Kozlov tries to avoid the shot.
Kozlov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ross fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kozlov manages to avoid it.
Ross misses with a body shot.
Luther Ross seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ross throws a right and a left that both miss.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ross jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kozlov has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T2#
Ross looks to land a left hand but Kozlov moved out of range nicely.
Kozlov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ross looks to land a combination but Kozlov avoids it well.
Ross cracks Kozlov with an open hand slap.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ross. Kozlov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Ross.
Ross throws a jab but it's blocked by Kozlov.
Ross thuds a left hand into Kozlov's body.
Kozlov misses with a body shot.
Ross moves out of range of the strikes.
Kozlov slips under a jab from Ross.
Ross throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ross scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Kozlov with a jab.
Ross uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
Ross throws a looping overhand right but Kozlov ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Ross uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Ross swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kozlov slips under a jab.
Ross misses with a jab to the body
and Kozlov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kozlov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ross.
Kozlov throws out a counter right but Ross avoids it with no problem.
Ross fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kozlov is out of range.
Ross throws a body punch but Kozlov moves out of range.
Ross uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kozlov.
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Ross.
Kozlov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ross misses with a lunging right hand
and Kozlov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ross throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from Ross misses.
Ross looks to land a combination but Kozlov avoids it well.
A big left from Ross misses.
Ross misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kozlov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ross swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ross takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ross digs a good body shot into Kozlov's ribs.
Kozlov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kozlov throws a chopping leg kick but Ross manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ross fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kozlov just manages to avoid it.
Ross throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Kozlov counter with a right hand.
Ross moves out of range as Kozlov strikes.
Ross misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kozlov counters with a left to the body.
Ross throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kozlov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ross's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kozlov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ross scrambles back to his feet.
Ross staying out of range there.
Kozlov ducks under a wild hook from Ross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kozlov moves forwards but Ross connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ross slips under a jab from Kozlov.
Ross throws a right hand that Kozlov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kozlov also avoids with ease.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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 Luther Ross will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ross rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kozlov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kozlov clobbers Ross with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kozlov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Kozlov needs to keep his hands up - Ross had a free shot at his head there.
Kozlov misses with a low kick.
Ross misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kozlov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ross circles away quickly and effectively.
Ross throws a solid leg kick but Kozlov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ross. Kozlov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ross fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kozlov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ross finds it's way round the side to connect with Kozlov's head.
A slow jab from Kozlov misses its intended target.
Ross uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ross.
Kozlov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ross is out of range.
Ross throws a sloppy body shot
and Kozlov counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Ross throws an overhand right that lands on Kozlov's shoulder, as Kozlov tries to avoid the shot.
Ross pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kozlov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kozlov throws the left hand but Ross avoids the punch easily.
Kozlov misses with a hook.
Kozlov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Ross misses with a hook
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kozlov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A big left from Kozlov misses.
Kozlov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ross.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kozlov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kozlov lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Ross manages to break the clinch.
Kozlov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kozlov is looking to clinch but Ross is avoiding it.
Ross is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Kozlov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ross jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the liver by Kozlov. Beautiful body shot.
Kozlov throws a body punch but Ross moves out of range.
Kozlov throws a hook to the side of Ross's head but Ross sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ross waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kozlov.
Ross throws a hook to the side of Kozlov's head but Kozlov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Ross misses.
Kozlov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kozlov scores with a hook to the body. Ross takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kozlov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ross sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kozlov throws a poor cross that misses
and Ross counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kozlov throws a hook but Ross avoids it easily.
Kozlov throws a jab but it's blocked by Ross.
Ross throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Kozlov throws a jab when Ross was well out of range.
Luther Ross is winning the standup battle so far.
Ross on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ross throws a lazy uppercut
letting Kozlov counter with a right hand.
Kozlov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ross with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kozlov to score with a decent uppercut.
Kozlov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ross.
Kozlov scores with a jab. Ross acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ross throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Kozlov moves into the clinch.
Kozlov looking to slow down the pace here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Ross throws an elbow but misses.
Ross trying to stall but Kozlov improves his position. #BC#
Ross breaks from the clinch.
Ross lands with a right hand.
Kozlov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Kozlov blocks a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov defending well as Ross loads up on a big left hand.
Kozlov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ross's hands.
A big left from Ross misses.
Kozlov misses with a series of wild punches.
Ross lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ross misses with a low kick.
Ross ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ross bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kozlov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ross connects with a nice looking jab.
Kozlov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ross misses with a body shot.
Ross staying out of range there.
Ross throws the left hand but Kozlov avoids the punch easily.
Ross loads up on a big right hand but Kozlov slips the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kozlov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ross slips a straight right by Kozlov.
Kozlov defending well as Ross loads up on a big left hand.
Ross looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ross swings for the body but Kozlov moves out of range.
Ross throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kozlov.
A jab from Kozlov misses.
Kozlov throws a hook but Ross blocks it.
A quick step to the side and Ross tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Ross misses with a body kick.
Kozlov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ross looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Ross there.
Ross throws a big shot that misses.
Ross tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ross tests Kozlov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kozlov misses the jab.#T1#
Kozlov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ross circles away quickly and effectively.
Kozlov cracks Ross with a good jab.
Kozlov defending well as Ross loads up on a big left hand.
Kozlov moves away from the strike by Ross.
Ross throws a hook but Kozlov avoids it easily.
Kozlov throws the left hand but Ross avoids the punch easily.
Ross throws out a loose jab but Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kozlov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kozlov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A low kick from Ross is predictable there
and Kozlov counters with a one-two to the body.
Ross swats away the attempt to clinch by Kozlov.
Kozlov catches Ross with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kozlov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A big right from Ross misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kozlov swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T2#
Ross throws a series of strikes that have Kozlov backpedaling.
Ross scores with a shot to the body.
Ross misses with a wild body shot.
Kozlov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ross looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kozlov loads up on a big right hand but Ross slips the punch.
Kozlov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ross.
Ross throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kozlov jabs Ross to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ross ducks right into an uppercut from Kozlov.
Kozlov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Ross looks to throw a body kick
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kozlov scores with a decent looking hook.
Ross throws a poor cross that misses
and Kozlov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kozlov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T3#
Kozlov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ross throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
Kozlov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kozlov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ross throws a shot from downtown. Kozlov moves away and avoids it.
A clash of legs there as Kozlov blocks the low kick.
Ross needs to keep his hands up - Kozlov had a free shot at his head there.
Kozlov lands a nice shot that snaps Ross's head back. #ROC2#
Ross is rocked!
Kozlov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Oh Ross is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Kozlov rushes Ross and presses him up against the cage.
Ross tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Ross escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Kozlov clinches up with Ross and pushes him back against the cage.
Kozlov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ross seems to have got his legs back now.
Ross is trying to push Kozlov away but Kozlov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Ross breaks from the clinch.
Kozlov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ross under the eye.
Kozlov throws a right and a left that both miss.#T4#
Ross ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kozlov moves away.
Kozlov walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Ross drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Kozlov swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Ross's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: FFA 22: Bagov vs Galanos
Date: May 28, 2017

#R1#
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kozlov.
McGuire takes one on the button.
McGuire definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McGuire moves out of range as Kozlov strikes.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from McGuire misses the target.
Kozlov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#CL#
McGuire moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Kozlov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice uppercut there from Kozlov.
Kozlov scores with a one two! McGuire had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kozlov tries to land a leg kick but McGuire saw it coming and moves away.
McGuire was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kozlov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
Kozlov throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
Kozlov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kozlov.
Kozlov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Kozlov cracks McGuire with an open hand slap.
McGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGuire scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kozlov doesn't seem bothered though.
We've been informed that Kozlov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
McGuire misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Kozlov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kozlov tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Kozlov back against the cage.
Kozlov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
Kozlov stalling against the cage.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from McGuire.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kozlov.
McGuire lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards.
A short body shot lands from Kozlov as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Kozlov breaks the clinch.
Kozlov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nice straight punches there by Kozlov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kozlov.
Kozlov slips a jab and a cross from McGuire.
McGuire is looking to wear down Kozlov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kozlov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGuire. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kozlov connects with a good right hand that stumbles McGuire. McGuire circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kozlov ducks under a wild hook from McGuire.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kozlov! But no joy.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
A telegraphed right hand from Kozlov misses the target.
Kozlov misses the shot to the body.
Kozlov throws the left hand but McGuire avoids the punch easily.
McGuire fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kozlov avoids it really well and circles away.
McGuire takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kozlov moves out of range of the leg kick from McGuire.
Kozlov lands a jab.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kozlov. #T3#
McGuire tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kozlov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McGuire somewhat.
Kozlov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kozlov was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
Kozlov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! McGuire had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
McGuire looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
McGuire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kozlov.
McGuire ducks right into an uppercut from Kozlov.
Kozlov fails to land with a series of punches.
McGuire thuds a left hand into Kozlov's body.
McGuire lands with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Kozlov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McGuire on the side of the head.
McGuire misses with a head kick. #T4#
Kozlov misses with an uppercut.
Kozlov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab. #CL#
McGuire fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kozlov, pushing him back against the cage.
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!
McGuire working aggressively here.
McGuire scores with a shot to the side of Kozlov's head.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action.
Kozlov prevents a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire digs a right hand underneath Kozlov's ribcage. Kozlov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
McGuire throws a head punch that misses.
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
McGuire lands with a left to the head.
Kozlov lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Kozlov lands with a light punch inside.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kozlov lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
McGuire breaks the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
McGuire decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Kozlov kicks McGuire off and gets back to his feet.
Kozlov throws a low kick but it's checked well by McGuire.
A lazy body kick from McGuire
and Kozlov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McGuire cracks Kozlov with a good jab.
McGuire tries to land a body kick
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov avoids the body shot from McGuire.
The crowd cheers as Kozlov lands an impressive looking overhand right. McGuire doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#
It looks like James McGuire has been cut.
McGuire is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kozlov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kozlov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McGuire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kozlov throws out the jab.
Kozlov digs a good body shot into McGuire's ribs.
Kozlov throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
Kozlov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Kozlov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Kozlov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kozlov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kozlov is looking to score with low kicks.
Kozlov lands with a straight right. McGuire didn't see that one coming.
Kozlov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McGuire at a distance.
Kozlov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McGuire scores with a nice head shot.
Kozlov looks to throw the jab but McGuire is out of range.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a right hand that misses
and McGuire counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McGuire is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McGuire. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kozlov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McGuire wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McGuire will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kozlov defending against the ground and pound.
Kozlov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McGuire asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Kozlov is looking for a sweep.
McGuire is putting a hurting on Kozlov here, landing some big shots from side control. #ROC#
Kozlov is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Ivan Kozlov's cut even more.
McGuire lands a strong strike to the head of Kozlov. That's dazed him! McGuire looking to finish here. Kozlov is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - McGuire lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James McGuire!
James McGuire seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: FFA 17: Studge vs Waves
Date: Apr 28, 2017

#R1#
Khan misses with a wild body shot.
Kozlov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Khan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kozlov cracks Khan with a good jab.
Khan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kozlov.
Kozlov cracks Khan with an open hand slap.
Khan misses with a hook. Kozlov ducked under it nicely.
Khan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Khan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kozlov 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.
Khan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#
It looks like Billy Khan has been cut.
Khan throws a hook but Kozlov avoids it easily.
Kozlov scores with a nice head shot.#ROC#
Khan is rocked!
Kozlov lands with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kozlov throws a jab when Khan was well out of range.
Kozlov lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Khan can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from Kozlov and Khan drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by Kozlov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Kozlov!
A victorious Ivan Kozlov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: FFA: Wednesday Night Delight 2
Date: Mar 15, 2017

#R1#
McPunchface showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kozlov.
McPunchface swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kozlov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McPunchface looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
McPunchface rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
McPunchface jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McPunchface swings widly with a right hand
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
McPunchface is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kozlov.
Kozlov throwing a counter right hand but McPunchface manages to avoid it.
Kozlov throws a hook to the side of McPunchface's head but McPunchface sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McPunchface moves in looking to clinch but Kozlov pushes him off.
McPunchface staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McPunchface throws a jab when Kozlov was well out of range.
McPunchface wants to clinch.
McPunchface throws the left hand but Kozlov avoids the punch easily.
McPunchface is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Kozlov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kozlov misses the jab.
McPunchface misses with an uppercut
and Kozlov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McPunchface jabs Kozlov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Darren McPunchface seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kozlov lands with a right hand. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McPunchface swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Kozlov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McPunchface tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kozlov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kozlov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kozlov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McPunchface jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Kozlov misses the target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kozlov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
McPunchface tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
McPunchface closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #KD#
Kozlov lands a big shot that drops McPunchface! Can he finish him? #ROC#
McPunchface is rocked!
Kozlov wants to get up but he can't break McPunchface's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
McPunchface is still in real trouble! Can Kozlov finish him?
Kozlov tries to free his leg and advance position but McPunchface is retaining full guard.
Kozlov sitting in guard here, content to control.
McPunchface seems to have recovered his senses.
Kozlov continues to stall.
McPunchface looking to control. #T3#
McPunchface being controlled here, momentarily.
Kozlov tries to stand but McPunchface is controlling from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
McPunchface closes the distance and pushes Kozlov back into the cage.#BC#
Kozlov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kozlov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McPunchface bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
McPunchface takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Kozlov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McPunchface slips a jab and a cross from Kozlov.
Kozlov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McPunchface manages to avoid it.
Kozlov loads up on a big right hand but McPunchface slips the punch.
McPunchface throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
McPunchface shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McPunchface throws a sloppy head kick
and Kozlov counters with a nice body shot. #CL2#
McPunchface moves into range and clinches up with Kozlov.
Kozlov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McPunchface misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kozlov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McPunchface misses with the head strike.
McPunchface can't find room to land a body shot as Kozlov controls the action. #BC#
Kozlov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McPunchface moves out of range as Kozlov strikes.
Kozlov ducks under a wild hook from McPunchface.
McPunchface moves forwards but Kozlov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McPunchface throws a right and a left that Kozlov avoids nicely.
McPunchface fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kozlov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McPunchface throws a poor cross that misses
and Kozlov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kozlov tries to bum rush McPunchface with a series of wild strikes but McPunchface uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McPunchface swings widly with a right hand
and Kozlov counters with a straight right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
McPunchface forces Kozlov back against the cage and clinches.
Kozlov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Kozlov breaks from the clinch.
Kozlov looks to land a right hand but McPunchface moved out of range.
McPunchface throws out a counter right but Kozlov avoids it with no problem.
Kozlov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McPunchface can do to turn this around?
Nice defenses there by Kozlov.
McPunchface throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kozlov's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Kozlov connects with the punch.
McPunchface tries to clinch but Kozlov is having none of it.
Kozlov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
McPunchface fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looks like Kozlov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
McPunchface is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kozlov.
McPunchface is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McPunchface.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McPunchface misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McPunchface rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kozlov counters with a stiff right hand.
Kozlov cracks McPunchface with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! McPunchface falls to his knees and Kozlov doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Kozlov!
A very excited looking Ivan Kozlov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: FFA 8: Bishop vs Waves
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1#
A big left from Kozlov misses.
Kozlov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Khan misses with a straight left.
Kozlov gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Kozlov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Khan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kozlov with a jab.
Kozlov throws a hook but Khan avoids it easily.
Khan staying out of range there.
Billy Khan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Khan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kozlov slips a jab from Khan.
Khan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Khan looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
Khan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kozlov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kozlov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Khan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Khan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Khan misses with a right hand
and Kozlov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Kozlov.
Khan takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kozlov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Khan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Kozlov misses.
Khan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kozlov slips under a jab from Khan.
Kozlov takes a swing at Khan's ribcage but misses.
Khan throws a big shot that misses.
Kozlov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kozlov misses with a double jab.
A big right from Kozlov misses.
Kozlov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Khan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Khan loads up on a big right hand but Kozlov slips the punch.
A slow jab from Khan misses its intended target.
Khan steps in with a hook that catches Kozlov right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Khan follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Kozlov looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Khan! Billy Khan retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: LFC 19
Date: Jan 28, 2017

#R1#
Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
Kozlov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jones swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kozlov counters with a one-two to the body.
Jones slips a straight right by Kozlov.
Jones wants to counter the offense by Kozlov and move into the clinch position.
Jones lands a jab to the head.
A left and a right from Kozlov both land. Nice combination.
Kozlov walks into a jab.
Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones swings for the body but Kozlov moves out of range.
Kozlov lands a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kozlov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones.
Kozlov connects with a nice looking jab.
Kozlov looks to throw the jab but Jones is out of range.
Kozlov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jones lands a body shot.
Jones tries to clinch up.
Cael Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kozlov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones misses with an uppercut
and Kozlov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Kozlov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jones is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kozlov rather than just go for the knockout.
Jones misses with a hook
and Kozlov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A lazy left from Kozlov finds it's target.#ROC#
Jones is rocked!
Jones gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Kozlov gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Jones is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: LFC 14
Date: Dec 31, 2016

#R1#
Nice cross by Kozlov.
Kozlov scores with a shot to the body.
Hayes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kozlov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hayes misses with a leg kick
and Kozlov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hayes tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kozlov counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#
Hayes is rocked!
A big right followed by a crushing left from Kozlov knocks Hayes out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Ivan Kozlov!
Ivan Kozlov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Junior Masters of MMA Round 2
Date: Nov 19, 2016

#R1#
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kozlov.
A swing and a miss from Kozlov.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jackson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Jackson moves into the clinch successfully.
Jackson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kozlov is looking to break free of the clinch but Jackson has double underhooks.
A short uppercut from Jackson. #CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Jackson throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Kozlov manages to break the clinch.
Kozlov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Kozlov misses.
Jackson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jackson. Jackson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jackson seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#CL#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
Kozlov is trying to break free.#T1#
Jackson scores with a shot to the side of Kozlov's head. #BC2#
Kozlov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kozlov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Jackson darts in and clinches Kozlov up against the cage.
Kozlov lands a hook that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Jackson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kozlov is looking to break free of the clinch but Jackson has double underhooks.
Kozlov is trying to break free.
Kozlov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kozlov tries to circle away but Jackson has him pinned against the cage.
Kozlov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kozlov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kozlov is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Jackson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jackson lands with a right to the head.
Kozlov lands with a right to the head.
Jackson gets through Kozlov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Kozlov wants to get back to striking at distance but Jackson won't allow it.
Kozlov blocks an uppercut.
Kozlov working hard to break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kozlov.
Kozlov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jackson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kozlov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kozlov can't break the clinch.
Kozlov tries to circle away but Jackson has him pinned against the cage.
Kozlov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jackson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kozlov can turn it around.
A left hand lands to the body for Jackson.
Jackson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jackson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jackson scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Kozlov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T3#
Jackson lands with a short shot to the head.
Jackson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kozlov tries to circle away but Jackson has him pinned against the cage.
Jackson lands with a light punch inside.
Jackson lands with a light punch inside.
Kozlov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
Jackson creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Kozlov with a big uppercut! Kozlov tries to clinch up but Jackson pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Kozlov to the mat! Kozlov covers up and Jackson unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rambo Jackson!

Event: LFC 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016

#R1#
Ban Gbus moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kozlov lands a jab to the head.
Kozlov missing with a left hand there. Ban Gbus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kozlov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ban Gbus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ban Gbus avoids the body shot from Kozlov.
Kozlov lands a jab.
Ban Gbus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kozlov throws a jab when Ban Gbus was well out of range.
Ban Gbus was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ban Gbus could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Ban Gbus lands with a straight right. Kozlov didn't see that one coming.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kozlov has been cut.
Ban Gbus walks into a stiff left hand from Kozlov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ban Gbus jabs at Kozlov's body.
Ban Gbus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kozlov.
Ban Gbus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a looping overhand right but Ban Gbus ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Ban Gbus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ban Gbus works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Decent striking displayed by Kozlov there.
Kozlov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ban Gbus.
A big left from Kozlov misses.
Ban Gbus misses the shot to the body.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Ban Gbus moves forwards but Kozlov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kozlov lands a jab to the head.
Ban Gbus misses with a body punch
enabling Kozlov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kozlov dips to his left and cracks Ban Gbus with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ban Gbus looks to land a left hand but Kozlov moved out of range nicely.
Kozlov lands a nice shot that snaps Ban Gbus's head back. #T2#
Kozlov takes a swing at Ban Gbus's ribcage but misses.
Ban Gbus misses the shot to the body.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kozlov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kozlov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ban Gbus.
Kozlov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kozlov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kozlov misses with a hook.
Kozlov misses the jab.
Kozlov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kozlov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ban Gbus tries to move into range but Kozlov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kozlov looks to land a left hand but Ban Gbus moved out of range nicely.
Nice cross by Kozlov.
Kozlov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T3#
Ban Gbus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ban Gbus looks to land a right hand but Kozlov moved out of range.
Kozlov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kozlov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ban Gbus misses with a looping right.
Jab by Ban Gbus.
Kozlov cracks Ban Gbus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kozlov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ban Gbus.
The crowd cheers as Kozlov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ban Gbus doesn't seem phased though.
Kozlov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kozlov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ban Gbus.
Ban Gbus looks to score with a jab to the body but Kozlov is just out of range.
Ban Gbus slips under a jab.
Ban Gbus takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
Ban Gbus ducks right into an uppercut from Kozlov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kozlov lands with a nice body punch.
Ban Gbus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #KD2#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Kozlov and Ban Gbus goes tumbling to the canvas! Kozlov follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard. #ROC2#
Ban Gbus is rocked!
Kozlov is controlling the pace.
Kozlov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kozlov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
That's time! Ban Gbus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kozlov lands with a hook. Ban Gbus tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ban Gbus stuns Kozlov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kozlov in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Sloppy strikes from Kozlov. Those never looked like landing.
Ban Gbus takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ban Gbus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ivan Kozlov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice cross by Ban Gbus.
Kozlov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kozlov cracks Ban Gbus with a good jab.
Kozlov connects with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ban Gbus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kozlov tests Ban Gbus's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kozlov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Kozlov takes a swing at Ban Gbus's ribcage but misses.
Ban Gbus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kozlov was well out of range. Poor timing from Ban Gbus.
Ban Gbus misses with the combination.
Ban Gbus misses with a hook to the body
and Kozlov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kozlov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Ban Gbus to counter with a crisp jab.
Ban Gbus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kozlov manages to avoid it.
Kozlov avoids the body shot from Ban Gbus.
Kozlov throws out a powerful jab.
Kozlov connects with a single shot there.
Oh Ban Gbus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kozlov connects with a body shot.
Ban Gbus seems to have got his legs back now.
Kozlov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kozlov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ban Gbuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Kozlov throws a right hand that Ban Gbus ducks under and follows up with a left that Ban Gbus also avoids with ease.
Ban Gbus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ban Gbus misses with a straight right.
Kozlov misses with the combination.
Ban Gbus swings for the body but Kozlov moves out of range.
Ban Gbus smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ban Gbus walks into a left hand.
Some wild striking there from Ban Gbus.
Ban Gbus throws an off balance right hand #KD2#
and Kozlov counters with a series of strikes that sends Ban Gbus to the canvas! Kozlov follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight!
Kozlov advances to half guard.
Ban Gbus is trying to control but Kozlov passes into side control! #T3#
Ban Gbus looking for a sweep but Kozlov has passed into full mount! Oh no!#SU2#
Kozlov stands up from mount. Strange move.
Kozlov cracks Ban Gbus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ban Gbus throws a right hand that misses #KD2#
and Kozlov counters with a left hand that sends Ban Gbus to the canvas!
Kozlov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU2#
Kozlov gets to his feet. Ban Gbus looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ban Gbus lands the left hand.
Ban Gbus just misses with a punch to the body.
Ban Gbus is looking to wear down Kozlov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kozlov slips under a jab from Ban Gbus.
Kozlov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kozlov feints a jab promting Ban Gbus to slip. Kozlov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Ban Gbus slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Kozlov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kozlov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#KD2#
Kozlov throws a left that rocks Ban Gbus and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Kozlov dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Ban Gbus regain composure! #SU2#
Kozlov decides to stand back up.
Kozlov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ban Gbus thuds a left hand into Kozlov's body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kozlov punishes Ban Gbus's body with a nice straight punch.
Kozlov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ban Gbus throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kozlov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kozlov's cut.
That's time! Ban Gbus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kozlov lands a nice looking body shot.
Kozlov lands a nice hook to Ban Gbus's body. Ban Gbus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kozlov lands the left hand.
Kozlov throws a shot to the body.
Kozlov thuds a left hand into Ban Gbus's body.
Ban Gbus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kozlov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ban Gbus walks into a straight right hand from Kozlov.#KD2#
Kozlov drops his shoulder and cracks Ban Gbus with a huge uppercut! Ban Gbus goes down! Can Kozlov finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kozlov forces his way into half guard.
Kozlov moves nicely into side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SU2#
Kozlov stands up and beckons Ban Gbus to his feet. #T1#
Ban Gbus misses with a shot to the body
and Kozlov counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Ban Gbus out cold! What a finish! Kozlov is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ivan Kozlov!

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