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Event:
KOFC 60 - Ball vs Kuznetkov
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Ball uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznetcov.
Ball swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kuznetcov misses with a takedown
and Ball counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetcov blocks a jab.
Kuznetcov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ball.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ball sprawls well. Ball wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kuznetcov gets slowly back to his feet.
Ball lands a two punch combo.
#CUT#
It looks like Ilya Kuznetcov has been cut.
Ball definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown but Ball shows good takedown defense.
Left Ball has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ilya Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Ball was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kuznetcov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice combination there by Ball.
Ball throws a series of punches but Kuznetcov avoids them all with ease.
Kuznetcov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetcov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ball is able to avoid easily.
Ball throws the left hand but Kuznetcov avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetcov slips a jab and a cross from Ball.
Ball throws a one two combo.
#T1#
Kuznetcov looks to throw the jab but Ball is out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov shoots in but Ball avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Ball misses its target.
Kuznetcov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ball checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ball checks a low kick from Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ball manages to avoid it.
Ilya Kuznetcov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ball throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetcov ducks down to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Ball.
Kuznetcov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big right from Ball misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kuznetcov.
Ball misses with an uppercut. Kuznetcov saw that one coming.
Ball misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown but Ball shows good takedown defense.
Ball ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetcov.
Ball misses with a looping left.
Kuznetcov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetcov. Ball does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetcov fails to land the takedown.
Ball jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetcov slips under a jab.
Kuznetcov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kuznetcov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kuznetcov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kuznetcov walks into a left hand. #CUT#
That has opened up Ilya Kuznetcov's cut even more.
Ball is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Ball ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov lands with an uppercut that bounces Ball off the cage and back into range.
Kuznetcov misses with an uppercut
letting Ball counter with a right hand. #KD#
Ball lands a left and a right that send Kuznetcov crashing to the mat, dazed. Ball thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Kuznetcov is rocked!
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ball but Ball pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Ball moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Kuznetcov! Ball continues to tee off on Kuznetcov, landing with a left and a right! Ball connects with a right hand that leaves Kuznetcov sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Ball!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Left Ball!
Left Ball took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
KOFC 54 - Sarducci vs Cheek
Date: Jun 28, 2017 |
#R1#
A big left from Kuznetcov misses.
Kuznetcov motions for Griffin to come forward. Kuznetcov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Griffin wants to counter the offense by Kuznetcov and move into the clinch position.
Kuznetcov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at VenDetta GYM in the buildup to the fight.
Griffin changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Griffin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetcov throws out a loose jab but Griffin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetcov sets himself, and Griffin steps forward looking for the clinch! Kuznetcov avoids it this time.
Kuznetcov scores with a sloppy right hand. Griffin should have avoided that one.
Kuznetcov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kuznetcov throws a shot from downtown. Griffin moves away and avoids it.
Ilya Kuznetcov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetcov slips a jab from Griffin.
Kuznetcov misses with an uppercut.
Griffin wants to counter with a clinch but Kuznetcov pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetcov has a takedown stuffed.
Kuznetcov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetcov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Griffin.
Kuznetcov feinted with a counter takedown.
Kuznetcov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Griffin throws out the jab. #T1#
Kuznetcov has a takedown stuffed.
Griffin tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kuznetcov misses with a low kick.
Kuznetcov throws a leg kick but Griffin sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kuznetcov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Griffin's waist but Griffin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kuznetcov off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ilya Kuznetcov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kuznetcov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Griffin is out of range.
Griffin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kuznetcov.
Griffin looks to land a combination. Kuznetcov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#
It looks like Ilya Kuznetcov has been cut.#TD#
Kuznetcov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kuznetcov stops Griffin from getting back to his feet.
Griffin is looking to control Kuznetcov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Griffin avoid being mounted?
Kuznetcov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Griffin trying to control here.
#T2##SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Kuznetcov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura but Griffin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kuznetcov to get the leverage.
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!#SUB#
Kuznetcov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Kuznetcov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3#
Griffin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kuznetcov is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Kuznetcov seems to be working for a kimura but Griffin defends the submission attempt.
Kuznetcov is thwarting Griffin's attempts to control the position.
Kuznetcov not doing much here.
#SUB#
Kuznetcov is working for a kimura but Griffin is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Kuznetcov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Griffin has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kuznetcov trying to control the action but Griffin is working from the bottom.
Griffin is trying to maintain the position but Kuznetcov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kuznetcov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Griffin defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ilya Kuznetcov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ilya Kuznetcov's cut.
That's time! Kuznetcov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kuznetcov throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Griffin holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kuznetcov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Griffin walks away with a smile on his face. Kuznetcov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kuznetcov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Griffin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kuznetcov somewhat.
Kuznetcov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Griffin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ilya Kuznetcov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetcov takes a swing at Griffin's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetcov misses with a wild body shot.
Griffin stuffs the takedown attempt from Kuznetcov. Kuznetcov gets slowly back to his feet.
Kuznetcov shoots for a takedown but Griffin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kuznetcov sets himself, and Griffin steps forward looking for the clinch! Kuznetcov avoids it this time.#T1#
Griffin scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kuznetcov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetcov dives in for a single leg takedown but Griffin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Kuznetcov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Griffin quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Griffin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kuznetcov.
Griffin trying to hold on to Kuznetcov's head to control him but Kuznetcov postures up.
#SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kuznetcov seems to be working for a kimura but Griffin defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Griffin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuznetcov works his way into side control. #SUB#
Kuznetcov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Kuznetcov tries for a kimura but Griffin is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Kuznetcov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Griffin, who protects the arm well.
Kuznetcov working away.
Kuznetcov trying to control the position but Griffin is working away.
Griffin is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Griffin has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Griffin has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kuznetcov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Kuznetcov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kuznetcov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Kuznetcov is trying to get an arm triangle but Griffin is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Griffin struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ilya Kuznetcov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ilya Kuznetcov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kuznetcov, as that shot connected.
Kuznetcov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetcov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Griffin was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetcov.
Griffin wants to counter the offense by Kuznetcov and move into the clinch position.
Kuznetcov throws a right hand that misses
#CL2#
and Griffin counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Griffin.
Griffin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kuznetcov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Griffin digs a right hand underneath Kuznetcov's ribcage. Kuznetcov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Griffin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Griffin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kuznetcov's defenses.
Griffin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#
Ilya Kuznetcov's cut is getting worse.
Kuznetcov fails to pull guard.
Griffin lands a left hand.
Griffin displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kuznetcov up against the cage.
Griffin is pushing Kuznetcov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Griffin receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kuznetcov is trying to pull guard but Griffin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ilya Kuznetcov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kuznetcov takes an elbow to the temple.
Griffin lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Griffin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Griffin scores with a hook to the body.
Griffin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Ilya Kuznetcov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Griffin lands an elbow inside.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Griffin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Griffin leaning against his opponent.
Griffin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The referee is keeping an eye on Griffin - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Griffin lands an elbow just above Kuznetcov 's eye. #CUT2#
Jeez, Ilya Kuznetcov's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Griffin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kuznetcov backwards.
Kuznetcov taking a breather.
Kuznetcov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Griffin up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Griffin lands an elbow just above Kuznetcov 's eye. #T2#
Griffin misses with a punch to the body.
Griffin lands an elbow that stopped Kuznetcov in his tracks for a moment.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Ilya Kuznetcov's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Austin Griffin!
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Event:
KOFC 48 - Murphy vs Sarducci
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Harris.
Kuznetcov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kuznetcov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Harris counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetcov. Harris does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetcov throws a head kick that misses
and Harris counters with a nice leg kick.
Kuznetcov throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Harris to counter with a crisp jab.
Harris tests Kuznetcov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A head kick by Kuznetcov misses
and Harris counters with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetcov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Harris.
Harris misses with a hook. Kuznetcov ducked under it nicely.
Harris chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kuznetcov can pounce on him.
Kuznetcov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice side step and Harris releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kuznetcov misses with a body punch
and Harris counters with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetcov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuznetcov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Harris scores with a body shot.
Kuznetcov misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Kuznetcov looks for a takedown but Harris sprawls well.
Kuznetcov misses the shot to the body.
Harris is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kuznetcov with a body shot.
Harris lands with a shot to the body.
Kuznetcov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Harris manages to avoid it.
Kuznetcov has his takedown stuffed
and Harris counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ilya Kuznetcov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kuznetcov misses with a shot to the body
and Harris counters with a low kick, right behind Kuznetcov 's knee.
Kuznetcov is looking to wear down Harris with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kuznetcov throws a sloppy body shot
and Harris counters with a straight right hand.
Harris misses with an uppercut. Kuznetcov saw that one coming.
Kuznetcov misses with an uppercut
and Harris counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuznetcov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Harris.
Harris is looking to slow Kuznetcov down with leg kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Harris. Kuznetcov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Robert Harris is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kuznetcov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetcov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Harris swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Kuznetcov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Kuznetcov tries for a kimura but Harris is defending well.
Kuznetcov tries to move to mount but Harris blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
Kuznetcov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Harris rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kuznetcov's guard! Nice work there by Harris! #SUB#
Kuznetcov looking for a guillotine here but Harris defends easily.
#SUB#
Kuznetcov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Harris uses it to pass to side control.
#T3#
Kuznetcov is trying to improve his position.
Harris tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Kuznetcov tries to bench press Harris off him but Harris keeps the position.
Kuznetcov can't do much from the bottom here.
Harris controlling from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuznetcov wants to control but Harris postures up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kuznetcov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Harris wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Harris tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Kuznetcov is looking for a sweep.
Kuznetcov holds on to Harris's head and controls the position momentarily.
Kuznetcov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Kuznetcov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kuznetcov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Harris dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kuznetcov with a poor takedown
letting Harris counter with a right hand.
Kuznetcov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kuznetcov misses with a body punch
letting Harris counter with a right hand.
Kuznetcov with a poor takedown
and Harris counters with a straight right hand.
A head kick by Kuznetcov misses
letting Harris counter with a right hand.
Kuznetcov misses with a jab to the body
and Harris counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kuznetcov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Harris misses the target.
Kuznetcov shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ilya Kuznetcov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Harris swings for the body but Kuznetcov moves out of range.
#TD#
Kuznetcov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Harris has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Kuznetcov swings around for an armbar but Harris sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Kuznetcov's guard.#SUB#
Kuznetcov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Harris is aware though and is defending well.
Harris has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Kuznetcov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Harris doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Harris manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Kuznetcov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Harris passes into side control.
#T1#
Kuznetcov can't do much from the bottom here.
Kuznetcov tries to bench press Harris off him but Harris keeps the position.
Kuznetcov is trying to escape the position but Harris is controlling the position.
Kuznetcov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Harris's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kuznetcov is not content to let Harris control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Harris moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Kuznetcov is looking to regain half guard here but Harris keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Kuznetcov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kuznetcov manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Harris slows the pace down in half guard.
Kuznetcov wants to control the action here but instead Harris manages to pass to full mount!
Kuznetcov wants to hold on but Harris pushes him away.
Kuznetcov tries to reverse the position but Harris maintains control.
Kuznetcov tries to hold on but Harris pushes him away.
Robert Harris has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kuznetcov manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Kuznetcov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4##SUB#
Kuznetcov looking for submissions off his back.
Harris keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kuznetcov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Harris is working away from the top position though.
Harris wants to pass to mount but Kuznetcov is defending the position. #SUB#
Kuznetcov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Harris passes into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kuznetcov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Harris wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Harris showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Harris fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kuznetcov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kuznetcov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Harris throws a shot to the body.
Kuznetcov throws a head kick but Harris moves out of range.
Harris scores with a hook to the body. Kuznetcov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kuznetcov misses with a shot to the body
and Harris counters with a left to the body.
Harris cracks Kuznetcov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Harris has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Harris lands a glancing blow to the side of Kuznetcov's head.
A head kick misses from Kuznetcov.
Harris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harris misses with a wild body shot.
Nice body punch from Harris.
Kuznetcov fails with the takedown
and Harris counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Harris gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kuznetcov to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T1##SUB#
Kuznetcov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Harris dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Kuznetcov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Harris is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov tries to improve position but can't.
Kuznetcov wants to control but Harris postures up.
Kuznetcov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kuznetcov is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Harris taking a breather here.
Kuznetcov is trying to control Harris's posture but Harris avoids it.
Kuznetcov is looking for a sweep.
Harris working away.
Harris is looking to take a break and control but Kuznetcov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kuznetcov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3##SUB#
Kuznetcov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Harris defends it well. #SUB#
Kuznetcov seems to be looking for submissions.
Kuznetcov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Harris knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kuznetcov wants to take a breather but Harris is having none of it.
Kuznetcov is pressing down on Harris's thigh, looking to free his foot. Harris is holding on for now.
Harris keeping hold of Kuznetcov's head, controlling as best he can.
Ilya Kuznetcov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Harris tries to get to full guard but Kuznetcov has control of the leg.
Kuznetcov is looking to stall here but Harris recovers full guard.
Robert Harris is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kuznetcov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Harris is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kuznetcov off and has taken his back!
Kuznetcov tries to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert Harris comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Harris has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Harris!
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Event:
KOFC 43 - Obama vs Diehard
Date: May 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Wrestler blocks a head kick by Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov looks to score with a jab to the body but Wrestler is just out of range.
Kuznetcov moves forwards but Wrestler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kuznetcov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#
It looks like Ilya Kuznetcov has been cut.
Kuznetcov tries for a takedown but Wrestler circles away easily
and Wrestler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kuznetcov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wrestler throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetcov moves out of range of the strikes.
Kuznetcov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kuznetcov throws a head kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Wrestler misses the target.
Kuznetcov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Wrestler counters with a stiff right hand.
Senegalese Wrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ilya Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetcov was well out of range. Poor timing from Wrestler.
Kuznetcov feints the counter takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kuznetcov.
Ilya Kuznetcov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kuznetcov throws a head kick but Wrestler moves out of range.
Wrestler is looking to counter punch.
Nice jab there from Wrestler.
Wrestler lands a right hook to the body.
Wrestler scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetcov misses with a looping left.
Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
Wrestler is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nice sprawl there from Wrestler as Kuznetcov shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from Wrestler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetcov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kuznetcov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wrestler scores with a decent looking hook.
Kuznetcov throws a sloppy head kick and Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Wrestler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wrestler bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kuznetcov's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wrestler connects with a nice looking jab.
#TD2#
Kuznetcov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Wrestler is trying to defend but Kuznetcov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Wrestler has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Kuznetcov looks winded!#SUB2#
Kuznetcov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wrestler is just riding it out for now. Kuznetcov eventually gives up the hold. #T2##SUB2#
Kuznetcov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Kuznetcov wants to work for an arm triangle but Wrestler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Kuznetcov is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Wrestler is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ilya Kuznetcov!
Our winner, Ilya Kuznetcov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
KOFC 36 - Leonidas vs Karelin
Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Kuznetcov drives through and clinches with Chang against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kuznetcov.
Chang goes for a takedown attempt but Kuznetcov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Kuznetcov pushes Chang up against the cage in a clinch.
Kuznetcov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Chang is trying to pull guard but Kuznetcov has him pressed against the cage.
Kuznetcov prevents the takedown attempt.
Ilya Kuznetcov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Chang.#TD#
Kuznetcov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Kuznetcov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chang doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chang manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chang controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Kuznetcov looking for a guillotine here but Chang defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetcov has momentary wrist control but Chang slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Chang thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Kuznetcov has his foot on Chang's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chang works his way back into a safe position though.
Chang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Kuznetcov pushes a forearm under Chang's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Chang is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ilya Kuznetcov!
A relieved looking Ilya Kuznetcov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
KOFC 29 - Crusher vs Superboy
Date: Feb 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Kuznetcov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A telegraphed right hand from Janssen misses the target.
Janssen avoids the head kick by Kuznetcov.
It looked like Janssen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kuznetcov misses with a head kick.
No luck for Kuznetcov with that takedown attempt.
Kuznetcov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetcov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Janssen avoids a kick to the body.
Kuznetcov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Janssen.
Kuznetcov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A clash of legs there as Janssen blocks the low kick.
Kuznetcov scores with a hook to the body. Janssen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kuznetcov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetcov fails to land the takedown.
Kennet Janssen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ilya Kuznetcov.
Janssen scores with a nice head shot.
Kuznetcov throws an overhand right that lands on Janssen's shoulder, as Janssen tries to avoid the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Janssen misses the target. #T1#
Nice sprawl there from Janssen as Kuznetcov shoots in.
Kuznetcov throws out a loose jab but Janssen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Janssen misses with an uppercut. Kuznetcov saw that one coming.
Kuznetcov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kuznetcov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Janssen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Janssen blocks the low kick.
Janssen moves out of range of the body kick from Kuznetcov.
Janssen throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetcov manages to avoid it.
Kennet Janssen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Janssen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kuznetcov in his tracks.
Janssen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kuznetcov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Janssen throws out the jab.
A head kick misses from Kuznetcov.
A little feinted left hand from Janssen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Janssen throws a lazy right hand but Kuznetcov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Janssen misses its intended target.
Janssen swings for the body but Kuznetcov moves out of range.
Kuznetcov feints the counter takedown.
Janssen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Janssen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kuznetcov fails with the takedown.
A jab from Kuznetcov misses. #T2##TD2#
Kuznetcov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Janssen did well to prevent Kuznetcov getting side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Kuznetcov seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Janssen is looking to control Kuznetcov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Janssen avoid being mounted?
Kuznetcov prevents Janssen from improving his position.#SUB2#
Kuznetcov is working for a kimura but Janssen is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kuznetcov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Janssen could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Kuznetcov has cracked it and Janssen is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Kuznetcov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ilya Kuznetcov!
A very excited looking Ilya Kuznetcov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
KOFC 24 - Jones vs Obama
Date: Jan 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Larson connects with a single shot there.#CUT#
It looks like Ilya Kuznetcov has been cut.
A big right from Larson misses. #CL#
Larson moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetcov.
Larson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kuznetcov backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Larson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kuznetcov is trying to pull guard but Larson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Larson lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetcov backwards.
Kuznetcov jumps guard but Larson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kuznetcov is trying to maintain a safe position but Larson gets an underhook and turns Kuznetcov into the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Larson. #TD2#
Kuznetcov successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Kuznetcov working for a triangle but Larson defends it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Kuznetcov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Larson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Rabid Dog that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Kuznetcov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Kuznetcov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kuznetcov is trying to control the position but Larson postures up.
Larson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Kuznetcov working for a triangle but Larson defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Kuznetcov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Kuznetcov is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Larson rolls with it to try and escape but Kuznetcov cranks on the arm and Larson is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ilya Kuznetcov!
After winning the bout, Ilya Kuznetcov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Kuznetcov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Werner throwing a counter right hand but Kuznetcov manages to avoid it.#CL#
Werner moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetcov.#BC#
Werner's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A head kick misses from Kuznetcov.
No luck for Kuznetcov with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Kuznetcov gets tackled into the cage by Werner. Werner maintains the clinch. #BC#
Werner breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Werner closes the distance and pushes Kuznetcov back into the cage.
Werner has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A right hand to the body from Werner.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Werner.
Kuznetcov tries to throw a body punch but Werner avoids it by throwing Kuznetcov back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Werner - that landed with a thud.
#BC#
Werner's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A left and a right from Werner both land. Nice combination. #CUT#
It looks like Ilya Kuznetcov has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kuznetcov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kuznetcov there as he acknowledges the shot.
James Werner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Werner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kuznetcov. #CL#
Werner moves into the clinch successfully.
Werner wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kuznetcov is trying to force a seperation but Werner has the dominant position.
Kuznetcov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Werner lands with a left to the head.
Kuznetcov is trying to force a seperation but Werner has the dominant position.
Werner cracks Kuznetcov with a nice body shot.
Kuznetcov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Werner to keep the fight standing.
James Werner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ilya Kuznetcov.#BC#
Werner breaks the clinch.
Kuznetcov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Werner as he avoids it easily. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Werner wants to break free but Kuznetcov has control.
Werner lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kuznetcov blocks an elbow strike.#T2#
Kuznetcov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Werner walks away with a smile on his face. Kuznetcov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kuznetcov throws a body shot but no joy.
Werner misses with a wild combination.
Kuznetcov feints the counter takedown.
Werner goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Werner has closed the distance and engaged Kuznetcov in a clinch.
Werner is struggling to control the position.
Werner being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Werner manages to break the clinch.
Danga de danga de dang - Werner scores with a four punch combination!
Werner blocks a head kick by Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Kuznetcov walks into a stiff left hand from Werner.
Kuznetcov tries to clinch up but Werner circles away and keeps his distance.
Werner throws a series of punches but Kuznetcov moves out of range. #CL2#
Kuznetcov closes the distance and pushes Werner back into the cage.
Werner stalling.
Werner lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Werner digs a right hand into Kuznetcov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kuznetcov's gas tank.
Stalling in the clinch from Werner.
#BC#
Werner's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetcov moves away from the strike by Werner.
Werner connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kuznetcov's hands.
Kuznetcov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A left and a right from Werner both land. Nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Werner scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
That has opened up Ilya Kuznetcov's cut even more.#T4##CL#
Werner has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kuznetcov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kuznetcov is trying to pull guard but Werner turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Werner misses with a hook to the ribs.
Werner looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Come on Werner - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Werner stalling.
Werner seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Werner.
Kuznetcov fails to pull guard.
Werner wants to break free but Kuznetcov has control.
Kuznetcov blocks an elbow strike.
Kuznetcov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC#
Werner breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Werner rushes Kuznetcov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Werner leaning his opponent against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Werner dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ilya Kuznetcov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kuznetcov moves away from the strike by Werner.
Kuznetcov tries to clinch up.
Werner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kuznetcov can do to turn this around?
Werner leaves Kuznetcov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Werner seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kuznetcov has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Werner takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Werner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Werner as he jumps to the side.
James Werner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ilya Kuznetcov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kuznetcov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Werner is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Kuznetcov dives into side control.
#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Werner wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T1##SUB2#
Kuznetcov has hold of Werner's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Werner seems comfortable defending it but Kuznetcov has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Werner is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Werner is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Kuznetcov couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ilya Kuznetcov!
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